Early Literacy
Children develop vocabulary, listening, storytelling, letter awareness, phonological awareness and early writing foundations.
Kaida Childcare Center, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Pre-Kindergarten: Building Confidence for Kindergarten
The years before kindergarten are an important time of growth.
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Pre-Kindergarten in Laguna Woods, CA
Kaida Childcare Center is located at 24442 Moulton Parkway in Laguna Woods, near Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo. We welcome developmentally ready children approximately 4 to 5 years old and are open Monday through Friday, 7am to 6pm.
A More Individualized Pre-K Environment
One of the advantages of Kaida's Pre-K program is our intentionally limited classroom capacity. California licensing standards establish minimum staffing requirements. Because Kaida's Pre-K classroom capacity is intentionally limited, our classroom structure can provide a more favorable teacher-to-child environment than the minimum licensing standard alone when the class is full. Our focus is on providing teachers with the opportunity to know their students, observe their development and provide meaningful interaction.
Why Class Size Matters
- Individual conversations
- Teacher guidance
- Small-group interaction
- Observation of developmental needs
- Questions and discussion
- Personalized support
- Meaningful teacher-child relationships
Our goal is not simply to prepare children academically. We want them to enter kindergarten with confidence.
Kindergarten Readiness Is More Than ABCs
A child preparing for kindergarten benefits from many different skills.
Early Mathematics
Children explore numbers, counting, patterns, shapes, measurement and problem-solving.
Science & Discovery
Children observe, ask questions, make predictions and explore the world around them.
Fine-Motor Development
Writing, drawing, cutting and manipulating materials help children strengthen the skills they need for classroom activities.
Social-Emotional Development
Children practice cooperation, communication, emotional regulation, empathy and confidence.
Independence
Children practice following routines, taking responsibility for age-appropriate tasks and working increasingly independently.
Your Child Does Not Move to Pre-K Simply Because of Age
This is an important part of Kaida's philosophy. Children remain in Preschool until they are developmentally prepared for Pre-K. We consider the whole child when determining readiness.
This includes:
- Full potty training
- Independence
- Social readiness
- Emotional readiness
- Ability to participate in classroom routines
- Ability to participate in group experiences
- Developmental readiness
- Overall readiness for the Pre-K environment
Once the child is ready, we can transition them into Pre-K. This individualized approach helps avoid putting a child into a classroom before they are ready for its expectations.
Our Daycare in Action
A peek into daily life at Kaida Childcare in Laguna Woods.
Pre-K Should Prepare Children Without Taking Away Their Childhood
Kindergarten readiness does not mean turning Pre-K into elementary school.
- Play
- Movement
- Creativity
- Imagination
- Outdoor experiences
- Social interaction
- Exploration
- Communication
We combine these experiences with intentional learning so children can develop important skills in a positive environment.
Confidence for Kindergarten
Our goal is for children to leave Kaida feeling:
"I can do it." "I can learn." "I can make friends." "I can solve problems." "I'm ready for what's next."
Pre-Kindergarten Questions
What ages does Kaida's Pre-K program serve?
Kaida's Pre-K program serves developmentally ready children approximately 4 to 5 years old.
How do you determine if my child is ready for Pre-K?
We consider independence, social and emotional readiness, communication, classroom routines, group experiences and overall developmental readiness.
How is Kaida's Pre-K different from other preschools?
Our intentionally limited classroom capacity gives teachers more opportunities for meaningful interaction, guidance and personalized support.
What does a typical day in Pre-K look like?
Children experience intentional learning alongside play, movement, creativity, outdoor experiences, social interaction and exploration.
Does Pre-K at Kaida prepare children for kindergarten academically?
Yes. Children build early literacy, mathematics, science, fine-motor, social-emotional and independence skills while preserving the joy of childhood.
What is the teacher-to-child ratio in Pre-K?
Kaida's intentionally limited classroom capacity can provide a more favorable teacher-to-child environment than the minimum licensing standard alone when the class is full.
Can my child stay in Preschool longer if not ready for Pre-K?
Yes. Children remain in Preschool until they are developmentally prepared for Pre-K expectations.
Do you offer half-day or full-day Pre-K options?
Please contact Kaida Childcare to learn about current Pre-K schedule options.
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Come meet our team, see the classroom and learn more about Kaida’s Pre-Kindergarten program.
Hours
Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm
Location
24442 Moulton PKWY, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
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