July

July 26, 2016 | Volume 24, Number 7

Hacienda Offers a Variety of Childcare and Educational Opportunities for Children

By Jay Hipps, Hacienda Network Staff Writer

Hacienda is well known as a hub of commerce but it is also a prime location for children. The park features a number of childcare providers and preschools in addition to tutoring centers, a music school, and a fully-accredited private school that offers pre-kindergarten through fifth grade curricula

Childcare and Pre-Kindergarten Education

Genius Kids
5698 Stoneridge Drive
(510) 713-2431
www.geniuskidsonline.com

Genius Kids was founded on the philosophy "Never 2 Little 2 Learn," based on the simple belief that every child is a genius and as educators and parents, it is their responsibility to awaken the inner genius in each child. Their curriculum was developed in-house and is based on "interactive learning recipes" incorporating the essential "ingredients of success" which are critical thinking, public speaking, language development, creativity, imagination and confidence building. Specialized programs are offered for ages three to 24 months; two to five years; four to six years; and kindergarten through fifth grade, as well as spring and summer camps.

Global Village Montessori
4807 Hopyard Road
(408) 956-8711
www.gvmontessori.com

Global Village Montessori provides a Montessori education for children aged two to six. In addition to subjects including reading, writing, math, science, culture, touch and feel, and practical life, its staff emphasizes a child's physical, emotional and creative development. The goal is to celebrate diversity and provide a unique experience for children and parents. Their facility has been carefully designed with the goals of providing an inviting, safe and stimulating space for children and includes a well-equipped outdoor play area.

Hacienda Child Development Center
4671 Chabot Drive
(925) 463-2885
www.headsup.org

HeadsUp! Child Development Centers offer parents the security of knowing that their children are receiving the finest care and development guidance available. They combine an innovative approach to early learning with traditional values and the joy of discovery. The HeadsUp! program encourages children to become conscious of and take pride in their emerging competence. By becoming aware of the skills he or she has, a young child is better able to use them. The Hacienda center has a capacity of 256 children and includes an infant-toddler room (up to two years of age); a twos room (two to three years old); five preschool rooms (ages three through six), including a bilingual Chinese-English classroom; and a kindergarten program. There are separate outdoor play yards for every age group. The nationally-recognized design features large windows and spacious indoor play spaces. A partially-covered outdoor play area and radiant heating provide for the children's comfort, even in extreme weather.

Pleasanton Bilingual Montessori Preschool
5724 W. Las Positas Boulevard, Suite 200
(925) 460-9920
www.pleasantonpreschool.org

Pleasanton Preschool is a bilingual Montessori school which instructs children aged two through kindergarten in both English and Mandarin Chinese. Their program is designed to help native as well as non-native English speakers become literate in both English and Chinese. Children learn Mandarin Chinese through the use of songs, poems, stories, and fables. Chinese is also taught in all academic subject areas, including math and science.

Yang Fan Preschool
4160 Hacienda Drive, Suite 100
(925) 426-8866
www.yfacademy.org

Yang Fan Preschool's mission is to enable academic excellence and prepare students for compassionate, effective, and ethical global citizenship by facilitating English and Chinese language acquisition and instilling a passion for lifelong learning. Their goal is to prepare the next generation to engage with a world in which bilingual fluency and an international view are not a luxury, but must-have skills.

School

Stratford School
4576 Willow Road
(925) 737-0001
www.stratfordschools.com

Established in 1999, Stratford School is a leading independent private school founded on the belief that education is a significant influence in the life of a child. Stratford offers an accelerated curriculum from preschool through eighth grade with an emphasis in the areas of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) that incorporates music, physical education, foreign language, and social skills development. The school's Pleasanton campus offers preschool through fifth grade classes. Stratford's goal is to prepare and mentor students for admission to competitive high schools and colleges. All students are provided the necessary tools to excel, and are encouraged to participate actively in leadership, community service, and extracurricular activities.

Tutoring

Growing Stars
4695 Chabot Drive, Suite 200
(925) 558-2283
www.growingstars.com

Growing Stars is a pioneer in affordable online tutoring. Their program is designed for convenient and effective tutoring, with individually tailored curriculum and one-on-one tutoring sessions. The goal is to help children develop a renewed interest in learning, with an eye towards better study skills and grade improvement in school. Because the tutoring is delivered online, it means that scheduling is flexible.

HS2 Academy
5690 Stoneridge Drive
(925) 460-9888
www.hs2academy.com

HS2 Academy provides college counseling, standardized test preparation, and academic help for thousands of students worldwide. Founded in 2002 by a Harvard University graduate, HS2 Academy is committed to making a difference in the lives of its students and maximizing their potential for success. Their test prep programs for the ACT and the New SAT I utilize an original and proven curriculum to maximize students' score improvement. They also offer Common Core-aligned instruction to help students improve or maintain their grades.

Huntington Learning Center
4855 Hopyard Road, Suite C-03
(925) 353-2877
www.pleasanton.huntingtonhelps.com

Founded in 1977, Huntington's mission is to give every student the best education possible. Their certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, algebra, calculus, chemistry, and other sciences. They provide preparation for the SAT and ACT as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards.

Ichen Art Academy
4430 Willow Road, Suite I
(925) 353-2877
www.ichenartacademy.com

Whether your objective is to cultivate an interest in art, to learn the techniques of painting or drawing, or to apply an art-related major for college, Ichen Art Academy can help you achieve your goal. Ichen Art Academy accepts children age 4 and up, adolescents, and adults for programs including Chinese Painting and Calligraphy, Children's Art Exploration, Children's Creative Painting and Drawing, Sketch, Water Color, Oil Painting, Cartoon and Design. Founded by experienced artist Ichen Wu, the academy is the first all-around, comprehensive and systematic art institute dedicated to Chinese-Western art education in the Bay Area.

JEI Self-Learning Centers
5990 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 116
(925) 468-0102
www.jeilearning.com

"A Better Life Through Better Education" is the philosophy behind the JEI Self-Learning Method, which enables all children to learn and reach their full potential with its unique individualized study program. With a belief in the unlimited potential of children, JEI strives to create an educational environment where all children have the ability to become strong leaders of tomorrow by helping to develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills. Their mission is to support, facilitate, and help children by providing a high quality supplementary education so that all children can achieve academic success.

JLS Academy
4695 Chabot Drive, Suite 200
(925) 999-8649
www.jlsacademy.com

The JLS Academy motto is, "uniting the world through English." Founded in 1986 in Seoul, South Korea, JLS has grown from one school to over thirty campuses in South Korea with over 40,000 students enrolled in our program annually. Their growth is a testament to the high quality of their programs and has positioned JLS as a leading provider of English language learning programs for K-12 students in South Korea. JLS has offered study abroad programs through the JLS Academies in Vancouver, BC since 2004, Seattle since 2009, and in the Bay Area since 2013.

New World Music Academy
4430 Willow Road, Suite M
(925) 462-5400
www.newworldmusicacademy.com

The New World Music Academy has proven its commitment to quality music education since opening its doors in 2005. Students of all ages and levels benefit not only from lessons and classes but also gain self esteem by participating in recitals, student projects, community outreach programs and special academy-sponsored events. Instruction is provided in areas including piano; voice; guitar; strings, including violin, viola, and cello; winds, including clarinet, sax, and flute; drums; and more.

Safari Kid
5627 Gibraltar Drive, Suite 200
(925) 264-9679
www.safarikidusa.com

Safari Kid began in 2005 in Silicon Valley and has grown remarkably, now boasting over 40 centers in the U.S., Canada, India, Hong Kong, Dubai, and Malaysia. The center lays a solid foundation for children by creating a happy, physical, social, and highly stimulating learning environment. Safari Kid offers both pre-school programs and a well-rounded, enriching, and comprehensive after school program for children in kindergarten through grade eight.

Summit Tutoring Center
4430 Willow Road, Suite C
(925) 251-9888
www.summittutoringcenter.com

Summit Tutoring Center, located just steps from Hart Middle School, offers individualized English and math tutoring for students in grades six through 12, with an eye towards both increased class performance and higher SAT scores. One-on-one tutoring is available in these subjects as well as chemistry and biology. A Homework Club is also offered after 3:30 pm Monday through Friday during the school year, with high school seniors serving as teaching assistants. Summit also offers instruction in art and Chinese.

Transition Learning Center
5980 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 102
(925) 399-5101
www.transitionlearningcenter.com

TLC is designed to help students achieve their own independent academic skills and aptitudes for preparation into adult living. Career and job readiness skills are taught along with academic skills so students can learn to become active contributing members within their community and society. The learning center provides tutoring services in both academic and vocational learning as required by California Department of Education to "deliver a high quality program that prepares students for career and academic success, postsecondary education and roles and responsibilities through a seamless learning experience resulting in master of career exploration and academic knowledge and skills."

TriValley Academy Heritage School
5925 W. Las Positas Boulevard, Suite 200
(925) 899-6799
www.trivalleyacademy.com

In the TriValley Academy after school program, a small group environment and customized curriculum is provided to help students build a strong foundation in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics and foreign languages. Their summer camp combines an immersive, exciting, and hands-on learning experience with structured academic programs, fun activities, field trips, and more. At TriValley Academy Tutoring Center, their principle is to instill solid learning habits while giving children the boost they need to master key academic subjects, with a goal of inspiring confidence in every student to achieve their best academic performance.

Yang Fan Academy
4160 Hacienda Drive, Suite 200
(925) 847-3023
www.yfacademy.org

The mission of Yang Fan Academy is to engage and empower students in a safe and fun environment through challenging academic programs combined with unique cultural learning experiences. Yang Fan believes that children's education thrives when an innovative and challenged curriculum is offered in a safe, nurturing and enriching environment, and offers daily Chinese or Spanish learning to instill a deep respect and enjoyment for languages and cultures. Their Common Core-aligned academic programs extend beyond regular public school curriculum to enhance academic and social capacity of school-aged children from kindergarten to eighth grade.

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