About the Almansor Early Education Philosophy

The Almansor Center Early Education Program is designed to encourage the social, physical, emotional and intellectual growth and development of each child. Almansor strives to create an atmosphere that allows each child’s intellectual curiosity to flourish in a safe and nurturing environment. Almansor believes in the innate worth of each individual child and honors the cultural diversity that allows us all to learn from each other and become competent, caring and contributing members of society.

About Our Services

Our Early Education Program offers a full-array of services for young children, ages birth through 8 years of age, including:

• Developmental curriculum Pre-academic and academic instruction Supervised playground activities Enrichment activities
• Drama, art, music, computer skills Related services for eligible children
• Speech and Language Therapy; Occupational Therapy and Adaptive Physical Education
• Transportation for eligible children

About Our Parents and Caregivers

Parents and caregivers seeking Early Childhood Education services for young children are usually looking for a caring, quality program that meets the unique needs of their child. The initial intake process and program tour offers both the parent and child the opportunity to choose the most appropriate Early Education program, and to make a commitment to work together with Almansor professional and support staff to achieve the best possible outcomes for each child who enters our program. Parent involvement and input is invaluable and essential in developing an excellent educational program.

About Our Programs

Almansor Early Education Services include the following programs:

Infant Development—ages 8 weeks to 2 1/2 years
Providing a variety of activities that encourage children to grow at their own rate of development in an atmosphere of love and trust.

Toddler Program—ages 2 to 3 years
Emphasizing play and learning activities that allow each child to experience age-appropriate curriculum that is challenging and interesting.

Pre-school Transition Kindergarten
For children 3 years to Kindergarten offering preacademic activities at each child’s rate of learning and advancement.

Before and AfterSchool Childcare—ages 6 weeks through 5 years
Designed for the working parent, emphasizing socialization skills through play and structured activities.

Primary Program—ages 6 to 8 years
For children with multiple special needs including language, learning, developmental, behavioral or emotional challenges. Referred by public school districts.

Hours of Operation:
The Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Transition Kindergarten programs are
open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for Full-Day Care. Half-Day programs are
also available.
The Primary Program is open from 8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. during the
regular school year.

 

For further information, please contact:

The Institute for the Redesign of Learning
The Almansor Center
Early Education Services
1955 Fremont Avenue
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Tel: 323.341.7768 or 323.257.3006
Fax: 323.341.5642