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Parent Resources
Partnering With Families. Supporting Success
We believe that a strong partnership between home and school lays the foundation for every child's success. At Head Start Prep Academy, we're committed to providing families with the resources, communication, and support needed to stay informed, engaged, and connected throughout their child's educational journey. Together, we create an environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
❤️ Individualized Attention
We maintain small class sizes to provide individualized attention, meaningful relationships, and personalized support for every child.
📱 Open Communication
Stay connected through Brightwheel with daily updates, photos, messages, classroom activities, and important announcements.
🏡 Home Learning Support
Weekly homework and engaging learning activities help reinforce classroom instruction and encourage family involvement at home.
Our Commitment to Families
🥞 Nutritious Meals & Snacks
Children enjoy a nutritious breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks each day to support their growth, health, and learning.
🛡️ Health & Safety
Your child's safety is our highest priority. We maintain a clean, secure, and nurturing environment while following California licensing standards.
🤝 Family Partnership
We believe parents are a child's first teachers and value open communication, collaboration, and mutual support every step of the way.
Meals & Nutrition
Nutritious breakfast served until 8:30 a.m.
Healthy morning snack
Well-balanced lunch served daily
Afternoon snack before departure
Meals planned to support healthy growth and development
Accommodations for dietary restrictions and food allergies (if applicable)
Daily reports and classroom updates
Photos and learning highlights
Secure teacher messaging
Attendance and daily check-ins
Important reminders and announcements
Progress updates and milestone celebrations
Daily Schedule
Our daily schedule provides a balanced blend of academic learning, creative exploration, outdoor play, nutritious meals, and rest. While routines may vary slightly based on age group and special activities, each day is thoughtfully designed to support every child's growth and development.
Breakfast (7:00 AM - 8:30 AM)
Children enjoy a nutritious breakfast while settling in for a positive start to the day.
Morning Learning (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM)
Teacher-guided instruction featuring literacy, math, STEM, creative arts, and hands-on learning activities.
Morning Snack (10:30 AM)
A healthy snack and time to recharge before the next activity.
Outdoor Play & Learning Centers (11:00 AM - 11:45 PM)
Children explore learning centers, enjoy outdoor play, develop social skills, and participate in hands-on discovery.
Lunch (12:00 PM - 12:45 PM)
Storytime (1:00 PM - 1:30 PM)
Healthy lunch followed by restful nap time.
Rest & Quiet Time (1:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
Enjoying engaging stories that inspire imagination and early literacy.
Children relax during nap or quiet time to recharge for the afternoon.
Afternoon Snack (4:00 PM)
A healthy afternoon snack before the day's final activities.
Enrichment & Departure (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Creative play, educational games, homework support (when applicable), and free choice activities while families arrive for pickup.
Home Learning Support
Learning Beyond the Classroom
At Head Start Prep Academy, learning continues beyond the classroom. Our Home Learning Activities reinforce essential skills, strengthen the connection between home and school, and encourage meaningful family involvement.
📚 Weekly Learning Activities
Each week, children receive engaging, age-appropriate activities that reinforce the concepts and skills introduced in the classroom.
👨👩👧 Family Involvement
We encourage families to learn together by creating opportunities to practice new skills, celebrate accomplishments, and make learning a fun part of everyday life.
🌱 Building Strong Learning Habits
Consistent learning at home helps strengthen academic skills, build confidence, and foster a lifelong love of learning.
Parent Communication
Staying Connected Every Step of the Way
We believe parents should never wonder how their child's day is going. Through Brightwheel and ongoing communication with our educators, you'll stay connected every step of the way.
label Everything
Ensure all extra clothes and personal items are clearly marked with your child's name.
Preparing for Your Child's First Day
Talk About Their First Day
Help your child feel excited by talking positively about school, meeting new friends, and having fun while learning.
Arrive Ready to Learn
A good night's sleep and arriving on time help children start their day feeling happy, confident, and ready to learn