La Casita Pre School And Kindergarten
- La Casita is a parent co-operative, child development program for children ages 3 to 5.
- We are inspired by the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy.
- At La Casita we strongly believe in play. Play is essential for children to learn.
- There are many types, all of which are valuable for young children.
- The best learning experiences for children happen when children choose what they want to do.
- This is called free or self-directed play. We offer a wide variety of play experiences, expressive materials, and learning experiences not available at home.
- The children are free to choose, observe, explore, create, and learn in a literacy rich environment especially designed for them.
- They are free to spend their time as they wish, provided they are not destructive and are not interfering with other children.
- The teacher provides a setting where each child can grow at his/her own pace, according to his/her own needs.
- Our concern is the total development of the child: social, emotional, physical, and intellectual.
- In an atmosphere in which the cooperative spirit is valued more than the competitive, each child gains a sense of his/her own worth.
- Open-ended questions are often asked to help children to think.
- It is hoped that each child will explore all areas of interest in the school as he or she is ready to.
- Preschool is recognized as a bridge between home and the child's first school experience.
- We emphasize the strong image of the child: seeing the child as a strong, competent being, who deserves respect and value as they are-not as vessels to pour information into in order for them to meet academic milestones.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Students: 18 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Early Childhood / Day Care |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 18 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 40% State avg.: 51% |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 3 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 14 students |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | 2 days a week half day: $250 per month 3 days a week half day:$370 per month 5 days a week half day: $605 per month 5 days a week full day: $930 per monthOther options available our operating hours are from 8:30-530pm. |
| Admissions Director | Helen McDonald |
Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school to La Casita Pre School And Kindergarten is Santa Fe Baptist Preparatory Academy (1.1 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is Journey Montessori School (1.1 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Dragonfly School (0.7 miles away)
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- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Santa FeDragonfly SchoolDaycare / PreschoolGrades: NS | 48 students
0.7 miles
935 Alto St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505)995-9869 0.7 NS
48 - Santa Fe Grades: NS-8 | 43 students
1.1 miles
1212 Unity Way
Santa Fe, NM 87506
(505)652-1986 1.1 NS-8
43 - Santa FeSanta Fe Baptist Preparatory Academy(Baptist)Grades: 2-12 | 20 students
1.1 miles
1101 Camino de la Cruz Blanca
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505)982-1829 1.1 2-12
20 - Santa Fe Grades: K-12 | 20 students
1.3 miles
702 Bishops Lodge Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505)954-1845 1.3 K-12
20 - Santa FeThe Childrens SchoolDaycare / PreschoolGrades: NS | 18 students
1.4 miles
1060 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505)983-8924 1.4 NS
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