Children's Corner was founded in 1979 by the Los Altos-Mountain View branch of the American Association of University Women as a non-profit, drop-in childcare center. We were first located in the Los Altos Lutheran Church, with a modest capacity of up to fifteen two to five-year olds with three members of staff.
In 1981, we moved to Room C Hillview Community Center with facilities to care for 24 children. In response to parental requests, we provided an infant center in Room 6 for a brief period in the early 80s, but it closed in 1984 to allow a focus on preschool aged children. We acquired the use of Room 5 and our current office space to cater for increasing demand for preschool spaces.
In 1981, we moved to Room C Hillview Community Center with facilities to care for 24 children. In response to parental requests, we provided an infant center in Room 6 for a brief period in the early 80s, but it closed in 1984 to allow a focus on preschool aged children. We acquired the use of Room 5 and our current office space to cater for increasing demand for preschool spaces.
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Licensing and Accreditation
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The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is the nation's leading organization of early childhood professionals. Their accreditation system sets standards for early childhood education based on the latest research and best practices. This accreditation helps families identify high quality preschools, and childcare centers.
Our Programs
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Children are placed by age and birth year into one of our four main programs: 2s and Young 3s, 3s and Young 4s, 4s and Young 5s. Children in the 4s and Young 5s program can enroll in one of our popular afternoon programs: Passport to Adventure (with a Spanish option) or Young Explorers (science, art and geography).
2's and Young 3's
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Our 2s & young 3s program has 12 to 15 children and two to three teachers; a ratio of 1 teacher for every 4-6 students. Our focus throughout the year is developing language and communication skills, particularly as they relate to sharing, problem solving and making friends.
Our tables and interest areas are designed to promote and encourage conversation and interactions between the children and adults, while they explore the surroundings and materials offered.Our art is open ended and the children are encouraged to have fun and experiment. The process is important for their fine motor skills and creativity.
Our tables and interest areas are designed to promote and encourage conversation and interactions between the children and adults, while they explore the surroundings and materials offered.Our art is open ended and the children are encouraged to have fun and experiment. The process is important for their fine motor skills and creativity.
3's and Young 4's
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At the beginning of the school year Teachers introduce a variety of art materials so children become comfortable using various mediums. Many types of paint are offered including watercolor, tempera, glitter, foam, puffy, fluorescent etc. and also the tools used to paint with vary (small brushes, large brushes, toothbrushes, gadgets, sponges, flowers, branches, etc.).
4's and Young 5's
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We nurture a classroom community where each child feels safe, respected, supported, and challenged as they learn and grow. Families are important members of our community and we work closely with you to develop the unique potential of each child. Room arrangement and activities are planned to promote positive social interaction between the children, and between the children and their teachers.
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