JANUARY/FEBRUARY
2012
NEWSLETTER
ANNOUNCEMENTS and CURRENT
ENROLLMENT OPENINGS
ALAMO
Alamo Country School
As
of January 2, 2012 Alamo Country School will open enrollment for
the Summer and/or Fall 2012 start dates. Please contact Lisa
Page to set up a tour at
alamocountryschool@att.net or (925)
406-4332.
Creative Learning Center
Current PM Jr. Kindergarten openings +
limited AM openings. Also accepting applications for the 2012-13
school year and Summer Camp 2012. We invite parents to tour our
facility, see our program in action and observe our strong, yet
developmentally appropriate, academic program. Learn first hand
about our parent participation option (for tuition credit), low
child to teacher ratio (1:5 to 1:7), mature, stable staff,
strong focus on self-esteem, building social skills, and
creative, hands-on, kindergarten readiness skill building
activities. Our weekly Science, Perceptual Motor and Music
Specialists add additional richness to our program. Please see
website, clcalamo.com, and call (925) 837-4044 to set up a tour.
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ANTIOCH
Cornerstone Christian Preschool
March 1st, kicks off Cornerstone Christian
Preschool's open enrollment for the 2012/2013 school year which
begins August 27th. Cornerstone Christian Preschool has high
spiritual and academic standards. "A Beka" curriculum,
developmentally appropriate activities, and top notch-loving staff
create an environment which supports the growth of the "whole child"
(spiritually, mentally, socially, physically, and emotionally). Open
spots fill very quickly! Please contact Marni Lutes, Director at
(925) 754-8058 to schedule a tour.
Hilltop Christian Preschool
We have three openings for the pre-kinder
program. Currently we are accepting summer enrollment act quickly as
we have limited space for this program. Please contact the school
for more information. Happy New Year, from Hilltop Christian
Preschool Staff!
La Petite Academy
We currently have limited openings. Please
contact the school for details.
Pearlite Montessori House of Children
We are accepting enrollment for the current
school year. Please call to arrange a tour of the facility.
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BRENTWOOD
Childhaven Preschool
We
currently have openings in our morning 3s Program on Tuesday and Thursday which
will be opening in January. Registration for the 2012/13 school year will begin
in late January for families with prior siblings at Childhaven. Will open to new
students mid-February. Please go to our website www.childhavenpreschool.com for
more information and call to schedule a tour.
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CONCORD
Beginnings & Beyond Montessori Christian Preschool and
Kindergarten
GRAND REOPENING was November 1st!
We incorporate a Christian emphasis in a Montessori environment
to prepare for your child's lives now and beyond. We accept
children ages 2 years 9 months through age 6. Call today to
schedule a tour (925) 676-6244. Visit our website at
www.beginnings-and-beyond.com for more information.
The Concordia School
We are accepting
applications for the current and upcoming school year. We invite
families to call us to set up a tour of the campus. Also, we're
having an Elementary Information Night on January 12, 2012;
6:30-8 p.m. at our Concord Campus. People will meet the
Elementary teachers, and hear about how Montessori works at the
Elementary level. We also welcome families to join us at our
Science/Book Fair on Saturday, January 28th, 10-Noon at the
Concord Campus. It's a hands-on event for parents and children 2
years and up.
St. Michael's Preschool
We have been an
asset to our community for 32 years. We provide experiences that
enrich and enhance your child's cognitive, language, social,
emotional, physical and creative development. Our teachers are
fully qualified preschool teachers and are CPR and First Aide
certified. With the staff, parents and children working
together, we set the foundation for the beginning of your
child's education. We welcome all God's children. We have
openings for children 2 years to first grade entry. In diapers
is ok. We help with potty training. We provide both full and
part time care 2-5 days a week. We are open from 6:15am-6pm.
We offer an outstanding Pre-K Program, using the Writing Without
Tears Curriculum, and Raising a Reader Literacy program. Please
call (925) 685-8862 or email us at for more information.
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DANVILLE
Cozy Bear Childcare
We are currently accepting enrolment for
our infant and toddler program. Parents are encouraged to visit
our facility and learn more about the program. Please contact
Liz Dimov if you are interested and would like to set up an
appointment - cozybear6@yahoo.com or (925) 855-8268. Feel free
to check out our informative website
www.cozybearchildcare.com.
Fountainhead Montessori School
We are dedicated to the education of
children in an environment designed to stimulate and develop the
child's love of learning. The Montessori philosophy leads to the
development of a child's strong sense of self esteem, dignity,
independence, self direction, and awareness of the community.
Social and emotional development is fostered in a nurturing
atmosphere. Fountainhead has been serving children since 1972
and offers flexible programs for children ages 18 months to 6
years depending on location. Find more about us at www.fms.org
or contact us at (925) 820-1343.
Garden Montessori School
We currently have 2 afternoon openings.,
12:00-2:30. We are having an OPEN HOUSE on SUNDAY, JANUARY 29,
10:00-1:00 for parents who are looking for a school for now or
for Fall 2012. Please call 837-8964 to arrange a visit and see
how Garden School has been providing a quality enrichment
program to area children since 1978 or come to our OPEN HOUSE on
SUNDAY, JANUARY 29.
Starlight School
Special Parent Night featuring Patricia
Chambers. Wednesday, January 18th at 7pm at Starlight School.
Come find out what Montessori considers the single most
important outcome of Montessori education. Patricia has been the
Program Director of the Montessori Teacher Training Program at
St. Mary’s College for the last 10 years. Previously, she had
been a Montessori Preschool Director for 15 years as well as the
executive director of a private Montessori training program.
Patricia will shed some light on some very important aspects of
Montessori education as well as answer any questions you may
have. Light refreshments will be served.
Tassajara Learning Center
Our Summer 2012 and School Year 2012/13
Registration starts on Monday, February 6, 2012 at 7am. Please
call (925) 648-8600 for more information.
Valley Parent Preschool
Looking for a fun, loving place for your
child to explore and make friends? The only co-operative
preschool in the SR Valley is registering for Preschool (2-day),
Pre-Kindergarten (3-day) and Kinderprep (4-day) programs. A
perfect place for learning, growing, creative play and
friendships! We are getting ready for our 2012-2013 School Year!
Join us for our OPEN HOUSE on January 13 from 12-2 pm. Interest
List Registration begins January 28 from 10am to 1pm at the
school. Visit valleyparent.org for more information.
Registration will be open to the public on February 6th.
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DUBLIN
Fountainhead Montessori School
We are dedicated to the education of
children in an environment designed to stimulate and develop the
child's love of learning. The Montessori philosophy leads to the
development of a child's strong sense of self esteem, dignity,
independence, self direction, and awareness of the community.
Social and emotional development is fostered in a nurturing
atmosphere. Fountainhead has been serving children since 1972
and offers flexible programs for children ages 18 months to 6
years depending on location. Find more about us at www.fms.org
or contact us at (925) 820-1343.
Little Genius Montessori Preschool
We have 5 spots open in 3 - 4 yrs old
classroom. In February we have Open enrollment for Toddlers,
Preschool, Pre-k and Kindergarten for the academic year
2012-2013. For more information they can contact the school
"Little Genius Montessori." Ph: (925) 803-5867. Email:
info@littlegeniusmontessorilc.com. Website:
www.littlegeniusmontessorilc.com.
Valley Christian Preschool
Please join us at our Open House on
Wednesday, January 18 at 9:30 AM. We currently have spaces
available in both our Junior Kindergarten (8:30am-2: 30pm) with
the option of before and after school care (7:00am-8: 30am
and/or 2:30pm-6:00pm) as well as in our full day
Pre-Kindergarten (7:00am-6:00pm). Spaces are limited. We invite
you to tour our facility, see our classes in action, and learn
about our wonderful early education programs and curriculum that
support children in all learning domains with a Christian
emphasis. Please call the Preschool at (925) 560-6235 for a tour
or visit our web site at
www.valleychristianschools.org.
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LAFAYETTE
Diablo Valley Montessori School
We have a few openings for our 2 year old half
day class that meets Monday through Friday from 8:30-11:30. This
nurturing program provides the older toddler with a gentle
transition between home and school. It offers a rich and stimulating
environment focusing on movement, language development, daily living
skills, music, and art. Also, we offer a summer program taught by
our regular academic staff for children ages 2.5 to 6. These short
session programs augment the academic year. The summer brochure is
available in March. Please call the DVMS office to be put on our
mailing list.
Joyful Beginnings
We have a few openings in the Tuesday-Thursday
3's class. We are beginning enrollment for the 2012-13 school year.
Please contact the school for more information.
Michael Lane Preschool
Two rare openings in our Tuesday/Thursday
Class!! Nestled in the beautiful hills of Lafayette, find a warm and
wonderful environment for your child to spend the day exploring and
learning through developmentally appropriate play! We accept
children 2 years 9 months to 5 years old. Michael Lane Preschool
offers a developmental program two days per week from 9 a.m. to noon
(with an option for lunch from noon to 1 p.m.). For more
information, a tour and/or an application, please contact Kim Olson,
Director, at (925) 284-7244 or michaellanepreschool@mail.com .We are
located at 682 Michael Lane, Lafayette.
TOT DROP
Have a NO
COMMITMENT Summer. TOT DROP Preschools, in Lafayette, Pleasanton
and Livermore, offer the area's only drop-in, pay as you go
Preschool. "Only Come When You Want. Only Pay When You Come."
Ages 1- 5yrs., weekdays 9am - 1pm, $10/hour. Appointments booked
in quarter hour increments, minimum reservation: 1 hour.
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LIVERMORE
Fountainhead Montessori School
We are dedicated to the education of
children in an environment designed to stimulate and develop the
child's love of learning. The Montessori philosophy leads to the
development of a child's strong sense of self esteem, dignity,
independence, self direction, and awareness of the community.
Social and emotional development is fostered in a nurturing
atmosphere. Fountainhead has been serving children since 1972
and offers flexible programs for children ages 18 months to 6
years depending on location. Find more about us at www.fms.org
or contact us at (925) 820-1343.
Holy Cross Lutheran School
Registration packets are available
beginning January 30th for our fall programs. Please call (925)
447-1864 for a tour of our program. The lottery for open
registration is February 29th. We have a few openings for our
current year if you would like to enroll now. Currently enrolled
families have priority registration for the fall programs.
TOT DROP
Have a NO COMMITMENT Summer. TOT DROP Preschools, in Lafayette,
Pleasanton and Livermore, offer the area's only drop-in, pay as
you go Preschool. "Only Come When You Want. Only Pay When You
Come." Ages 1- 5yrs., weekdays 9am - 1pm, $10/hour. Appointments
booked in quarter hour increments, minimum reservation: 1 hour.
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MARTINEZ
Bayside Montessori Children’s Center
We are accepting enrollment applications
for the current term and for fall 2012. We offer flexible,
weekly enrollment for the summer term. Bayside Montessori
offers an enriched learning environment where children have fun
while they strengthen their academics, their social skills, and
their creative and artistic expression and gain an understanding
of human’s responsibility of caring for our planet. Invest in
your child’s future and enroll today! Please visit our website,
bayside-montessori.com or call (925) 228-0116 to schedule a
tour, observe a class, and get your questions answered. You are
cordially invited to attend our Open House event on January 19
at 4 – 5:30 pm.
The Concordia School
We are accepting applications for the
current and upcoming school year. We invite families to call us
to set up a tour of the campus. Also, we're having an Elementary
Information Night on January 12, 2012; 6:30-8 p.m. at our
Concord Campus. People will meet the Elementary teachers, and
hear about how Montessori works at the Elementary level. We also
welcome families to join us at our Science/Book Fair on
Saturday, January 28th, 10-Noon at the Concord Campus. It's a
hands-on event for parents and children 2 years and up.
St. Catherine Preschool
We are currently accepting applications
for our upcoming school year. We invite you and your child to
attend our Open House on Sunday, January 29th from 10:00 to
12:00. Please join us to learn more about our program. We are
located at 1125 Ferry St. Martinez. (925) 229-2255.
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MORAGA
The Saklan School
Openings NOW - Pre-K (ages 3-5) & Kdg.
Full day programs (8:30-2:00) blend hands-on learning
experiences with developmental academic activities so children
thrive. Our enrichment program includes Spanish, Music, Library
and PE. Call for a tour or come to a Pre-K Preview Morning with
your child: Jan 11, 18, Feb 1, 15, 22; 9:00-10:15am. Call (925)
376-7900x16 or visit www.saklan.org.
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OAKLEY
Shipp's Shapes Family Childcare and Preschool
We have one infant opening left and
some preschool openings as well. Call Riccie at (925) 679-9122.
We have a comprehensive preschool program. We also read the
Children's Holy Bible and to Bible Story activities as well
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ORINDA
Fountainhead Montessori School
We are dedicated to the
education of children in an environment designed to stimulate
and develop the child's love of learning. The Montessori
philosophy leads to the development of a child's strong sense of
self esteem, dignity, independence, self direction, and
awareness of the community. Social and emotional development is
fostered in a nurturing atmosphere. Fountainhead has been
serving children since 1972 and offers flexible programs for
children ages 18 months to 6 years depending on location. Find
more about us at www.fms.org or contact us at (925) 820-1343.
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PITTSBURG
Nonie's Treehouse Preschool
We have availability in
January 2012. Nurturing your loved ones based on the
belief that children learn by doing. Age appropriate
curriculum designed to enlighten body, soul and mind.
Organic meals. Conveniently located off HWY 4 Railroad Ave
or Loveridge exits. Contact Tonia at (925) 432-2874 or
email noniestreehouse.com for more information.
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PLEASANT HILL
Discoveryland Preschool
We currently have openings. Please contact
the school for details.
Fountainhead Montessori School
We are dedicated to the education of
children in an environment designed to stimulate and develop the child's love of
learning. The Montessori philosophy leads to the development of a child's strong
sense of self esteem, dignity, independence, self direction, and awareness of
the community. Social and emotional development is fostered in a nurturing
atmosphere. Fountainhead has been serving children since 1972 and offers
flexible programs for children ages 18 months to 6 years depending on location.
Find more about us at www.fms.org or contact us at (925) 820-1343.
Peter Pan Preschool
Please join us at our Open House on
Thursday, February 2nd from 12:30 to 2pm. Registration for the
upcoming school year begins during this Open House. Also, we
currently having limited openings in our Preschool and Pre-K
classes. Please contact the school for details.
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PLEASANTON
TOT DROP
Have a
NO COMMITMENT Summer. TOT DROP Preschools, in Lafayette, Pleasanton and
Livermore, offer the area's only drop-in, pay as you go Preschool. "Only Come
When You Want. Only Pay When You Come." Ages 1- 5yrs., weekdays 9am - 1pm,
$10/hour. Appointments booked in quarter hour increments, minimum reservation: 1
hour.
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SAN RAMON
Gale Ranch Preschool
We are now enrolling children ages 2-6 for
our morning and full day programs. Our low ratios, competitive
tuition rates, and free enrichment programs allow us to provide
quality care to children in our community. You can also visit
our website at www.ymca-cba.org or call (925) 648-1201 to set up
an appointment to see the school.
Gracie’s Place Preschool
Gracie's Place is "a pay as you go
preschool". Offering drop in playtime as well as Preschool hours
for 3 and 4 year olds. Year round enrollment with siblings
welcome to come together. $10 per hour with a discount for
siblings and frequent use punch card.
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WALNUT CREEK
Kindercare Learning Center
We have openings in all of our
classes. Some space is limited (2's and PreKindergarten.) We are
offering FREE registration through the Month of November. Call
anytime for a tour or just stop on by!
NorthCreek Preschool
We are currently has openings in our
morning 3s and afternoon 4s programs. Registration for the
2012/13 school year will begin in late January. Please go to our
website www.ncapschool.org for more information.
St. Mary's Pre-Kindergarten Program
Open House on
Sunday, January 29th from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Please come visit
us and see that our program is dedicated to educating the whole
child in a warm and caring atmosphere. Applications for the Fall
will be handed out that day. Hope to see you then!
Trinity Lutheran School
Please join us at our OPEN HOUSE
on Saturday, March 10th, 2012 from 3 to 5 pm. Families are
welcome to bring their children to our Open House. Our
classrooms will be open and staff available to answer any
questions you might have.
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