Santa Maria, CA
805-922-KIDS (5437)Early Years
2 years to 3 years
Our Early Years program in Santa Maria serves children between the ages of 2 and 3 years. Our teacher to child ratio is 1:9 to ensure that each child receives individual attention and support in a safe, nurturing classroom.
To ensure that each child receives the attention they need, we keep our group size at a maximum of 18 children. Our structured, yet flexible approach, allows children to thrive and reach their full potential.
Our Early Years classroom is designed to be both stimulating and age-appropriate, with a variety of activities and toys that encourage exploration and learning.
Children are encouraged to communicate their wants and needs. We focus on creating learning and social experiences through play. We introduce children to circle time activities including alphabet, colors, counting, songs and story time. The age appropriate activities promote socialization, taking turns, sharing and expressing feelings in an appropriate manner.
We believe that play-based learning is the best way for young children to learn and we strive to provide an environment that is both fun and educational. Our experienced staff is dedicated to providing the best care and education for your child.
A day in our Early Years program
- 7:00 - 8:00 Arrival, Free Choice Activities, Diapering
- 8:00 - 8:45 Outside Play (Gross Motor Activities)
- 8:45 - 10:00 Snack, Free Choice
- 10:00 - 11:30 Rotation of Circle, Art, Outdoor Activities
- 11:30 - 12:15 Hand Washing, Diapering, Lunch
- 12:15 - 2:30 Nap
- 2:30 - 3:30 Wake from Nap, Toileting, Diapering, Snack
- 3:30 - 4:15 Rotation of Outside Play, Open Ended Art, and Story, Dance
- 4:15 - 5:30 Story Time, Finger Plays, Music, Free Choice Activities
Early Years Weekly Tuition Rates
Half Days (leave by 12:15)
2 days per week: $175
3 days per week: $225
4 days per week: $265
5 days per week: $295
Full Days (attend after 12:15)
2 days per week: $225
3 days per week: $280
4 days per week: $325
5 days per week: $385
There is an annual registration fee of $150 per child. A 10% discount will be given for each additional child in a family.
Single extra days may be arranged with the director at a rate of half day: $95, full day: $115.
Early Years FAQs
What age is the Early Years program for?
Our Early Years program is for children ages 2 to 3 years.
What skills do children practice in the Early Years classroom?
Children practice communication, independence, early circle time participation, socialization, taking turns, sharing, and early learning concepts such as colors, counting, songs, and story time.
How do you support social development in Early Years?
We support social development through play, guided group activities, communication practice, and age-appropriate routines that help children express feelings and interact with others in positive ways.
Vanessa Cabatan
Early Year's Lead Teacher
