St. Andrew'S Children'S Center

Overview

Saint Andrew's Children's Center provides early childhood care and education for children from infancy through the pre-kindergarten years. The center is operated as a non-profit mission of Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church and identifies itself as licensed by the California Department of Social Services under Title 22 (the site lists the preschool license #300605894 with a capacity of 124 and the infant/toddler license #300605470 with a capacity of 64).

Curriculum and staff

The center uses the HighScope curriculum and implements the Zoo-phonics® method in its language program. A School Readiness Team and pre‑kindergarten staff focus on preparing children for kindergarten. Teaching staff are described as teacher‑qualified with many holding college degrees; staff training includes HighScope, Zoo-phonics®, Baby Signs®, First Aid & CPR, disaster preparedness, WestEd Primary Infant Toddler Caregiving training, and behavioral management training.

Facilities and family services

Separate classrooms and playgrounds for different developmental stages.
Perimeter fencing and gated entry with security key pads; annual disaster preparedness and staff training in emergency procedures are stated.
On-site cook and meal program that includes organic items; regular health screenings and developmental screenings are offered for children.
Additional family-focused services and activities such as parent seminars, parent-teacher conferences, monthly family events, and a selection of specialty academies (art, music, dance, yoga, computer, fitness/soccer, cooking and gardening) are described.

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