Buffum Total Learning Center (Buffum TLC) is an early learning center in Long Beach that provides developmental early-education and assessment services for young children, including early intervention and preschool-age supports.
Buffum Total Learning Center is an early learning site serving young children with a focus on developmentally appropriate instruction and supports. The center describes a mission of providing a safe, nurturing environment where school staff, families, and the community collaborate to support each child’s learning.
Instruction is framed around developmentally appropriate practices and includes on-site assessment services for speech and interdisciplinary evaluations. Staff listings include classroom teachers, instructional aides, health and nursing staff, custodial and cafeteria personnel, and school support and office staff; bilingual staff are included among these roles.
Meals are provided through the district Nutrition Services with menu options and diet modification accommodations available. The center uses a digital classroom communication platform for family updates and notes district volunteer opportunities for parents through the district's VIP program.
Early Start: Infant & Toddler program
The LBUSD Preschool Assessment Center provides comprehensive speech and interdisciplinary evaluations to children who received Early Start services through LBUSD or the Regional Center prior to age 3 and are involved in the transition planning process to determine their eligibility for Special Education services. The Preschool Assessment Center also accepts parent/guardian referrals for interdisciplinary evaluations for children ages 3 to 4 who are suspected to have a disability and may require Special Education services.
Preschool Special Day Classes: Ages 3 to 5
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