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Alameda, CA
Fuzzy Caterpillar Preschool
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Telephone: (510) 769-1724 · Website: www.fuzzycaterpillarpreschool.com
Contact Info
Fuzzy Caterpillar Preschool
1510 Encinal Avenue
Alameda, CA
94501
www.fuzzycaterpillarpre...
Tel:
(510) 769-1724
Fax:
(510) 769-4914
Director:
Julie Cohen and Tali Risse
admin@fuzzycaterpillarpreschool.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
Our goal is to create an environment where children feel safe and comfortable, where play and learning become one. Our school creates opportunities that promote self help skills, such as
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
2 years
to 5 years |
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| Tue 7am - 6pm | |
| Thu 7am - 6pm | |
| Tuition: | $600/Month |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | Yes |
| School year | Year round program |
| Total enrollment | 40 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 8:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 years |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Two's through Five's together throughout the day with the exception of certain age and developmentally appropriate activities, maintaining a 1:9 ratio.
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school (tour, conversation with director, etc.) |
| Wait list | Yes |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
| Application Information | $0.00 |
| Acceptance criteria: | First-come basis based on sibling priority |
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