Children's Nature Academy

El Rancho Home-Based Claimed 5.0 Updated May 2026

Closed today Next open Tue 7:45 AM

This Pre-K readiness program offers part-day and full-day care inspired by Forest School, Waldorf, Montessori, and Reggio Emilia philosophies. The dual-language immersion curriculum in Spanish uses a constructivist approach that balances play-based STEM activities with academic interests. Children engage in sensory play, reading, felt board stories, and structured circle time to support early development.

Description provided by the business.

Location Info

El Rancho

Pico Rivera, CA 90660

(Mines Ave)

Monday Closed
Tuesday 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM
Wednesday 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM
Thursday 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM
Friday 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Military Assistance

  • Offers Military Subsidies/Benefits

Financial Aid

  • Free Meals
  • Scholarships
  • Sibling Discount

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location Details

  • Staff are CPR certified.
  • Staff are first aid certified.
  • Outdoor play space is available.
  • Program includes field trips.
  • Meals are provided.

Programs Offered

Preschool Program

Preschool 6 mo - 8 yr
  • Schedules

    Full Time, Part Time

  • Calendar

    Full Year

  • Languages Taught

    English, Spanish

Description

Offers preschool services in Pico Rivera.

Education Types

  • Academic-Based
  • Arts-Based
  • Blended Curriculum
  • Creative Curriculum
  • Bilingual
  • Emergent
  • Forest School
  • Language Immersion
  • Mixed Age
  • Montessori
  • Nature-Based
  • Play-Based
  • Project-Based
  • Reggio Emilia
  • STEAM
  • STEM
  • Waldorf

Licensing

Children's Nature Academy is a licensed child care home.

Type

Licensed Child Care Home

Identifier

198020935

Capacity

14

Issued

12/21

Last retrieved 05/31/24. More information about licensed providers in CA can be found at California Department of Social Services.

Parent Reviews

5.0 (4 Reviews)
Doris
May 07, 2023

Response from the provider May 29, 2023

Thank you for your review Doris! Appreciate it very much. Your little one holds a special place in my heart! 💛

Molly
Jul 30, 2022

Response from the provider May 29, 2023

Appreciate your review Ms. Molly! I miss both office & the extracurricular after school STEAM class! 💛

Joanie V.
May 20, 2022

Nubia is a fantastic caregiver! I worked with her at Hoag Hospital Child Care Center. Nubia is a very patient, and caring teacher. She works well with a group of children, and is also able to meet individual children's needs. She is creative, and an energetic fun teacher.

Response from the provider May 29, 2023

Thank you for your review Ms. Joanie! Appreciate it very much and miss working with you at Hoag! 💛

Alicia J.
May 20, 2022

Response from the provider May 29, 2023

Thank you for your review Ms. Alicia! Miss working with you at Hoag Hospital! 💛