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Our early learning programs offer children from ages 6 weeks to 5 years with engaging, age-appropriate curriculum that encourages physical, emotional, social, and academic development. The programs promote healthy development and future success while helping to build a sense of community and belonging for children of all abilities

Early Learning Enrollment Event

Join us on April 1 at our Early Learning Enrollment Event to meet our staff and learn all about our Early Learning program options.

• April 1, 2023
• 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• Santa Clara Adult Education, 1840 Benton Street, Santa Clara

The event will include the Santa Clara City Library Bookmobile, fun activities, information tables, and more.

Our Programs

Infant and Toddler 

Beginning at six weeks of age, the Infant and Toddler program provides children with hands-on, developmentally appropriate experiences based on current early childhood education, research, and practice. Children can learn through play, grow at their own pace, and feel valued and secure. 

The program has 2, 3, and 5-day schedules, including full-day and part-day options and no-cost, low-cost, and fee-based options. For more information about the schedule and applications, please visit our Infant and Toddler webpage.

Preschool

Starting at age 3, our preschool programs emphasize TK and kindergarten readiness skills, social and emotional development, and physical and creative development in an active participatory learning environment. Children have opportunities to engage in learning opportunities in small and large groups.

The preschools are offered full-day and part-days with options for ten or twelve months during the year. We also offer a parent-participation preschool called Wilson Preschool, where parents and guardians learn together with their children. To learn more, visit our preschool webpage.

Transitional Kindergarten

Our transitional kindergarten (TK) program provides an opportunity for children turning 5 years old between September 2 and April 2 with an optional additional year of high-quality early learning. Participation in the program helps children to be better prepared to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.

There is no cost for TK, and it’s offered at various sites throughout the district five days a week. Learn more on our TK webpage. 

Questions

You can find more information about all of our programs, including kindergarten and before and after school care, on our Early Learning Enrollment webpages or email fce_enroll@scusd.net.