San Jose, CA
A Special Place (Union Ave.)
neighborhood: Willow Glen · Telephone: (408) 377-2342 · Website: www.aspecialplaceschools.com
Contact Info
A Special Place (Union Ave.)
3151 Union Avenue
San Jose, CA
95124
www.aspecialplaceschools.com
Tel:
(408) 377-2342
Director:
Ms. Tara
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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
A Special Place is a warm, comfortable setting for children to grow and develop at their own pace. It is a planed environment where curiosity, trust, helpfulness, understanding, challenge and respect...
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
2 years
to 5 years |
| Days: | |
| Mon 7am - 12pm | |
| Tue 7am - 12pm | |
| Wed 7am - 12pm | |
| Thu 7am - 12pm | |
| Fri 7am - 12pm | |
| Tuition: | $110/Week |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | Yes |
| School year | Year round program |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 years |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
2, 3 or 4-day programs also available.
Tuition for non-potty-trained children is slightly higher.
Contact school for more information.
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school (tour, conversation with director, etc.) |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
| Application Information | $75 |
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