Stratford School (Almaden)
Open today 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.Beginning in Preschool, our teachers create an encouraging learning environment that allows students to flourish. Stratford’s curriculum is designed to develop the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical building blocks. Hands-on, multi-sensory activities, encourage preschoolers to play and share with others so each child discovers the joy and excitement of learning.
Location Info
5200 Dent Ave
San Jose, CA 95118
| Monday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Languages Spoken
- Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese)
Location Details
- Offers camp programs.
- Has a kindergarten program.
- Offers summer care programs.
- Outdoor play space is available.
Programs Offered
Early Preschool
Preschool
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time, Before Care, After Care
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Our teachers provide a warm, caring, joyful environment that encourages preschoolers’ natural curiosity, and instills confidence in their innate abilities. By balancing traditional instruction in reading, writing, and math with art, music, and foreign language, the Stratford preschool curriculum teaches 21st century skills of communication, collaboration, and problem solving. The open, caring, family-oriented atmosphere at Stratford School helps preschoolers feel safe – physically and emotionally – and nurtures the whole child, both mind and heart. Note: Part-time programming is subject to availabilty.
Mandarin Bilingual
Schedules
Full Time, Before Care, After Care
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese)
Description
Stratford’s newly expanded Mandarin Bilingual program, beginning in Preschool*, builds upon foundational knowledge, skills, and concepts in our accelerated bilingual curriculum. Designed to promote consistency and continuity for young learners, Stratford’s rich STEAM-infused Preschool curriculum is taught by a two-teacher team, one speaking and instructing in Mandarin, and the other in English. This team teaching approach creates an inclusive and responsive space in which individual needs are met, ensuring students feel safe and secure to explore, take risks, and learn without limits. *Program and grades offered vary by campus.
Education Types
- Language Immersion
Pre-Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time, Before Care, After Care
Calendar
Full Year
Description
The Stratford pre-kindergarten curriculum teaches students to ask questions and think critically. Pre-K students begin their day with imaginative STEAM play, designed to develop their natural curiosity and problem-solving skills. They enjoy Spanish class several times a week, and progress at a faster rate than other pre-K students because of Stratford’s focus on English language fundamentals. You’ll find that your child’s teachers care deeply about each student and about their families. The relationships and friendships your child develops here will shape their future success. Note: Part-time programming is subject to availabilty.
Transitional Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time, Before Care, After Care
Calendar
School Year
Description
Our Transitional Kindergarten program is designed for children who are not quite ready for our Kindergarten program and their birthday falls between September 2 and February 2. It provides an exceptional opportunity for children to learn all of the Kindergarten essentials at a pace that helps build confidence and skills and sets them up for success in Kindergarten and beyond.
Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time, Before Care, After Care
Calendar
School Year
Description
In Stratford’s kindergarten program, students tackle math, grammar, phonics, and reading in the morning, while afternoon sessions feature music, writing, Spanish, and science several times each week. Kindergarten students learn to explore subjects more deeply – allowing for greater understanding, more critical thinking, and analysis. Kindergarteners begin formal recitation to develop public speaking skills, and teachers use poetry, music, and reading aloud to promote students’ self-assurance in front of a group. While academically challenging, Stratford kindergarten classes embody the pillars of Stratford School spirit – joyful warmth, sparkling intelligence, and passionate commitment.
Before & After Care
Schedules
Before Care, After Care
Calendar
School Year
Description
Stratford offers Extended Day programs to give parents the added convenience to meet their busy schedule. Dedicated and specially trained staff, experienced in working with students, oversees homework and facilitates creative and fun activities. Available as early as 7:00 a.m. before the school day begins and after the school day ends until 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, Extended Day provides students with structured time for finishing school work and ample time to socialize, read, play games, and enjoy team challenges or independent activities.
Elementary School
Description
Our accelerated, sequential, and cross-disciplinary elementary curriculum builds upon the fundamentals that students learn during their Preschool years. In our Elementary program, we integrate critical thinking and collaborative projects so that students discover the value of both independent thinking and working together. We complement our academic instruction with a focus on developing every child’s potential through social, emotional, and personal character education to help each student become articulate and respectful. We inspire our students to ask big questions about the real world, we challenge them to think beyond our classroom walls, and we show them how to learn from these experiences.
Summer Camp
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time, Before Care, After Care
Calendar
Summer Only
Description
Stratford offers a variety of summer camp options including Day Camps, Academic, Specialty, and Sports Camps. Our campers explore new activities, master new skills, and build lifelong friendships during their time with us in the summer. As our campers head back to school, we’re confident that the incredible experiences they’ve had will give them a head start in the new academic year. Note: Part-time programming is subject to availabilty.
Licensing
Stratford School (Almaden) is a grade school. K-12 programs at schools are not considered child care and are generally exempt from child care licensing.
The licensing information listed below pertains only to child care programs offered at this facility, which may include preschool, extended care, or care for children below the age of 5.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
434416990
Capacity
264
Issued
09/21
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