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5 Years
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Bilingual Preschool in Alhambra, CA
Little Sunshine Preschool Alhambra has been dedicated to early childhood education since 2021, offering a holistic approach that nurtures young minds through bilingual (Mandarin/English) immersion and Montessori-inspired learning. Our team of experienced educators, including Director Sandy He with 17 years of leadership in early education, designs curricula aligned with State Learning Foundations across core subjects while emphasizing social-emotional development. As proud members of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), we maintain rigorous standards in educational practice, policy, and research.Our programs integrate daily Mandarin language instruction through music and interactive activities, structured outdoor play for motor skill development, and technology-enabled parent communication via our school app. We provide nutritious meal options and prioritize creating a warm, welcoming environment where children build foundational academic skills and interpersonal relationships. With operating hours from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday, we serve families in Alhambra, California, committed to preparing students for future educational success through evidence-based teaching methodologies.
Services
Bilingual Curriculum
Montessori Play
Social-Emotional Learning
Healthy Meals
School App Communication
Outdoor Playtime
Mandarin Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We offer NAEYC-accredited early childhood education programs
- Our bilingual Mandarin/English curriculum develops language proficiency through immersive activities
- Montessori-inspired play fosters creativity and logical thinking
- Experienced director with 17 years in early childhood education leadership
- Daily outdoor play enhances motor skills and peer relationships
Associations and certifications
- National Association for the Education of Young Children
What people say
Incredibly talented group
Warm and welcoming community
Fun fashion show
Wonderful learning environment
Truly thankful
Services
Bilingual Curriculum
Our dual-language program immerses children in Mandarin Chinese and English through interactive songs, poems, and conversations. Certified educators use research-based methods to develop language proficiency while meeting state educational standards. This approach builds cognitive flexibility and cultural awareness in a supportive learning environment.
Montessori Play
Montessori-inspired activities utilize age-appropriate educational toys to develop creativity and logical thinking. Our structured play sessions follow child-led exploration principles while promoting fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. Materials are carefully selected to match developmental stages and learning objectives.
Social-Emotional Learning
This program focuses on self-awareness, relationship-building, and emotional regulation through guided activities and peer interactions. Teachers implement evidence-based strategies to help children recognize emotions, practice empathy, and develop conflict resolution skills in a nurturing classroom environment.
Healthy Meals
We provide balanced meals and snacks including fresh fruits, low-sugar cereals, and cheese with crackers. The monthly lunch program offers nutritious Asian and American-style meals in individual portions. All food meets dietary guidelines for early childhood development and wellness.
School App Communication
Our digital platform keeps parents informed about daily activities and simplifies tuition payments. The app provides real-time updates on classroom experiences, schedules, and important announcements while maintaining secure data protection standards for family information.
People
Sandy He
Director
With a Montessori background and 17 years of preschool director experience, Sandy He leads our educational team in implementing developmentally appropriate practices that align with state standards and NAEYC guidelines.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide early childhood education for children aged 2 through 6 years old.
Is your program bilingual?
Yes, our curriculum includes daily Mandarin Chinese instruction through songs, poems, and conversations alongside English language development.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Do you offer meal programs?
We provide healthy snacks daily and offer a monthly lunch program with nutritious Asian and American-style meal options.
How do you communicate with parents?
Our school app provides daily activity updates and online tuition payment options for convenient parent communication.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are proud members of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), maintaining their quality standards.
Reviews (4)
B. M.
Dec 07, 2019
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This is one of the best preschools in the area that offer multicultural learning environment that foster a childs independence, emotional, and physical growth to help students achieve academic and character excellence.
Vivian Mai
Jan 20, 2018
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My daughter has been in this preschool for more than 1 year now and she had learned the ABCs, 123s, songs and how to perform in front of a group of people. The teachers here are very nice and caring.
Arthur Garrido
Oct 01, 2016
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Teachers are really good with the kids. Allows my daughter to interact with other kids and have fun. At 2 1/2 yrs old, all I want for her is to have people skills and learn to behave and follow good manners. This definitely beats baby sitters who only know to stick children in front of the TV all day. I highly recommend this school!! Very affordable and trustworthy!
Liza Lu
Nov 30, 2013
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I brought my child here to learn Chinese. Mostly mandarin and practice her Cantonese. This was the only school I found where all the teachers speak Chinese. I figure she will learn English when she starts Kindergarten and at home with us. But I agree lots of coloring and tracing. I don't see advance learning occurring. But you get what you pay for. It was one of the more affordable schools I found. Great hours 8am-6:30pm
