Orange Crescent Preschool

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Overview

Orange Crescent School operates a Montessori early‑childhood program that combines Montessori teaching methods with age‑appropriate Islamic instruction. The program emphasizes child‑centered learning in prepared classrooms where children are encouraged to move freely, select activities, and develop independence.

Curriculum and approach

The program uses Montessori materials and methods adapted to include Islamic studies. Curriculum areas named include practical life, sensorial materials, language development, mathematics, cultural studies (history, geography, music, art), and basic Qur’an memorization and Islamic songs; activities listed include stories, songs, and creative art.

Staff, licensing and schedule

Leadership and staff qualifications reported: the director holds degrees in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, and Sociology and a California Director's Permit; teachers have Early Childhood Education units, Montessori training, and BA/MA credentials.
The program is licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services (Facility #300605670).
The academic year and scheduling model described: the program traditionally runs August through mid‑June, offers full‑day and half‑day options, provides extended care and an optional summer session with a summer camp offered based on enrollment.

Programs

Kindergarten

A Montessori kindergarten program for children aged 5 to 6 years focusing on hands‑on experiences that support reading, writing and math development while fostering independence and social connections.

Full Day and Half Day options; Five days a week (Monday–Friday) or three days (Monday, Wednesday, Friday); Extended care available; year runs August to mid‑June with an optional summer session. · 5-6 years

Preschool

A Montessori preschool program for children aged 3 to 5 years that uses Montessori materials to teach practical life, sensorial work, language, mathematics and cultural studies, and includes basic Islamic knowledge, short Quran verses and celebration of Islamic holidays.

Toddler

A toddler environment described as a nurturing Montessori community for children aged 18 months to 3 years, emphasizing socialization, practical life activities, language development, and motor‑skill support while assisting with toilet training.

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