Empowering Children to Reach Their Highest Potential
At Hands On Fun Preschool and Infant Center, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to grow, learn, and thrive. With over 30 years of experience in child care and preschool, our director and owner, Dawn Speciale, has dedicated her life to creating a warm, loving, and safe space for children to flourish.
Our Philosophy
At Hands On Fun Preschool and Infant Center, we believe that children learn best through hands-on experiences and the Piagetian cognitive development approach. We incorporate direct exploration and handling of objects as vital elements of early childhood education. Our approach is centered around providing children with a well-balanced, comprehensive curriculum that combines consistency with flexibility.
Our Mission
Our mission is to ensure that every child's individual needs are met in the areas of social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and creative development. We strive to provide a comprehensive curriculum that is tailored to each child's unique style and pace of learning.
Services
We offer a range of services to meet the diverse needs of parents and guardians in the South Bay. Our services include:
- Infant Program: Our infant program is designed for children aged 6-18 weeks. Our activities include being held during feedings, being rocked to sleep, verbalizing throughout the day, listening to music, sensory experiences, and outdoor time.
- Toddler Program: Our toddler program is tailored to the unique needs of toddlers, with many hands-on experiences to help children understand the world around them. We offer choices for full-time, 2-day, or 3-day schedules.
- Preschool Program: Our preschool program is designed for children aged 3-5 years old. We use a research-based curriculum and on-going coaching to continuously improve the quality of our preschool program. Our small class sizes allow for extra attention to each child, and we provide 2 snacks and lunch for every child.
Financial Assistance
We are proud to be approved by subsidized childcare programs such as Crystal Stairs, Connections for Children, Children's Home Society, and the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services. We understand that financial assistance can be a significant burden on families, and we are committed to providing high-quality child care and preschool services to all families, regardless of their financial situation.
Drop-off and Pick-up Service
We now offer a drop-off and pick-up service from school, making it convenient for parents to pick up their children after school hours. Contact us for more information.
Testimonials
Don't just take our word for it! Our happy customers rave about our services, saying that we provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that allows their children to thrive. Check out our reviews on Yelp and Google to see what other families have to say about their experience with us.
Overview of the Child Care Center
The child care center has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents, with all reviewers giving it a 5-star rating. The reviewers praise the center's staff, environment, and care provided to their children.
Staff and Care
The reviewers consistently praise the staff at the child care center, calling them "amazing", "friendly", "caring", and "sweet". They appreciate the staff's enthusiasm and energy, noting that they are always fresh and attentive to the children's needs. The staff's patience and ability to provide individualized care to each child are also highlighted.
Environment and Learning
The reviewers describe the center's environment as "great", "safe", and "stimulating". They appreciate the center's ability to create a happy and engaging atmosphere, where children can learn and grow. The reviewers note that their children have learned new things every day and are always happy and well-fed when they come home.
Recommendations
All reviewers highly recommend the child care center, with one reviewer stating that they would recommend it "above all else". The reviewers express their trust and peace of mind in leaving their children in the center's care, knowing that they will receive the best possible care and attention.
