Simi Institute for Careers & Education
The Learning Garden
About The Learning Garden
"Where Children and Parents Grow Together"
Parent education classes are designed to acquaint parents with characteristics common to the toddler or preschool child, including the various stages of physical and mental development, plus effective discipline techniques for each stage. Classes provide parents with a unique hands-on involvement with their children’s education in a supportive environment with age appropriate materials and activities. A parent participation preschool is offered for children from birth to age five.
- All credentialed classroom teachers
- Affordable tuition
- Classrooms available for pre-registration visits
- Support and camaraderie for parents
- Developmentally appropriate curriculum along with parenting curriculum
- Common Core-based learning environment and learning through play
Programs
1-Day Program: Parent attends class with child.
2-Day Program: Parent attends one day a week, child attends both days.
3-Day Program: Parent attends one day a week, child attends three days a week. On parent’s attendance day, a discussion will be held in the classroom during school hours.
12 Months to Two Years Old
Provides opportunities to learn practical application of developmental theory and to explore child rearing techniques with other parents in a supportive environment.
Young Toddlers (12 Months - 18 Months old)
DOB: March 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Dates: January 15 - May 21, 2025
Day: Wednesday
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Room: Simi Institute - Room 507
Teacher: Kay
Course Fee: $250
Older Toddlers (18 Months - 24 Months old)
DOB: August 31, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Dates: January 16 - May 2, 2025
Day: Thursday
Time: 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Room: Simi Institute - Room 507
Teacher: Kay
Course Fee: $260
2 Years to 3 Years Old
Parents participate with the child in a preschool environment. Parents discuss child development, discipline, eating, toilet learning, sleeping and additional areas of interest. The classes are filled with opportunities for children to build self-esteem, make decisions, problem solve, develop fine and gross motor skills, and to practice language and social skills. Children explore art, science, music, stories, creative and physical play.
2 Years Old
Must be 2 years old by September 1, 2024
Dates: January 14 - May 20, 2025
Day: Tuesday
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Room: Simi Institute - Room 505
Teacher: Kay
Course Fee: $280
3 - 4 Years Old
Must be 3 years old by September 1, 2024
Dates: January 14 - May 22, 2025
Day: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Room: Simi Institute - Room 506
Teacher: Russell
Course Fee: $410
3.5 Years to 5 Years Old
These programs allow the parent and child to develop independence and competence through social interaction with other families. Parent discussion topics include application of child developmental theory, discipline techniques, self-esteem and the challenges of parenting. The classes are filled with opportunities for children to build self-esteem, make decisions, problem solve, develop fine and gross motor skills, and to practice language and social skills. Children will explore math, science, motor skills, art, music and language arts.
3.5 - 5 Years Old
MONDAY / WEDNESDAY / FRIDAY GROUP
Must be 3 years old by March 1, 2024
Dates: January 13 - May 23, 2025
Day: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Time: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Room: Justin Early Learners Academy
Teacher: Toole
Course Fee: $600
TUESDAY / THURSDAY GROUP (WAIT LIST ONLY)
Must be 3 years old by March 1, 2024
Dates: January 14 - May 22, 2025
Day: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Room: Justin Early Learners Academy
Teacher: Toole
Course Fee: $410
If you would like to join the wait list for the Tuesday / Thursday group, please contact Jose Posada:
- jose.posada@simivalleyusd.org
- 805.579.6200 x 1619
Program Flyer
Registration
Enrollment Begins December 4
To register, please visit our Business Office (Room 301) between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Tuition is required in full at time of registration.
Please Note
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Priority enrollment given to students currently enrolled
- Immunization records are required the first day of school
- No siblings over 4 months old allowed
Multiples
Parents of twins and triplets must work extra days in the classroom. If a child comes two days a week the parent must participate one extra day a month. If a child comes three days or more a week the parents must participate two extra days a month.
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Class Locations
Simi Institute for Careers & Education
1880 Blackstock Ave
Simi Valley, CA 93065
805.579.6200
Justin Early Learners Academy (JELA)
2245 N. Justin Ave
Simi Valley, CA 93065
805.520.6619