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Alameda, CA
Sugar and Spice Center for Children (Alameda)
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Telephone: (510) 865-1055 · Website: www.sugarspice.com
Contact Info
Sugar and Spice Center for Children (Alameda)
2238 Mariner Square Drive
Alameda, CA
94501
www.sugarspice.com
Tel:
(510) 865-1055
Fax:
(510) 482-6343
Director:
Cali Ruffin
cespinello@hotmail.com
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General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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School Philosophy and Mission
The goal of Sugar and Spice childcare is to foster and promote the growth of each child. By promoting a positive self-image for each child we hope to enhance and stimulate his or her development. We s...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
MORNING PROGRAM 7:30 A.M. - 12 P.M.
During this time children participate in structured group activities, inside activities, breakfast, outside play, stories, singing, and lunch. Each week a lette...
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
2 years
to 5 years |
| Days: | |
| Mon 7:30am - 6:00pm | |
| Tue 7:30am - 6:00pm | |
| Wed 7:30am - 6:00pm | |
| Thu 7:30am - 6:00pm | |
| Fri 7:30am - 6:00pm | |
| Tuition: | $850/Month |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | No |
| School year | Year round program |
| Total enrollment | 35 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 9:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 years |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Daily drop in fee: $75 per day
PT after school care: $55 half day
3 classes with an average of 12 students each
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school |
| Wait list | Yes |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
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