Early Childhood — Tim's Teachers
🌱 Early Childhood Program

Where Little Minds Make Big Leaps.

Two joyful programs — Preschool and Kindergarten — each offered morning and afternoon to fit your family's IUSD schedule. Small classes. Big outcomes.

🍊 Preschool Ages 3–4
🍏 Kindergarten Ages 4–5
Happy preschoolers enjoying activities together

Daily Schedule

Each program runs twice daily — morning and afternoon — with separate Preschool and Kindergarten groups at each time.

☀️ Morning 9:00 – 11:00 AM
🌤️ Afternoon 1:00 – 3:00 PM
⏱️ Same schedule at both times
☀️ 9:00 – 11:00 AM
🌤️ 1:00 – 3:00 PM
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Phonics & Early Literacy 35 minLetter names A–Z, letter sounds, rhyme, blending, name writing, and handwriting practice
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Break 5 minStretch, movement, water & restroom
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Math Foundations 35 minCounting, number sense, patterns, shapes, comparing, and measuring
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Snack / Break 5 minStudent snack from home, restroom, and quick cleanup
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Story Time & Fine Motor 40 minRead-aloud, retell (B–M–E), vocabulary, predictions; then cutting, tracing, and letter printing
☀️ 9:00 – 11:00 AM
🌤️ 1:00 – 3:00 PM
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Phonics & Fluency 35 minSystematic phonics, consonant blends, sight words, and oral reading fluency
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Break 5 minStretch, movement, water & restroom
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Math Foundations 35 minCount to 100, numerals to 20+, early addition & subtraction, patterns, measurement
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Snack / Break 5 minStudent snack from home, restroom, and quick cleanup
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Reading & Spelling / Sentences 40 minGuided reading, decodable texts, comprehension; then spelling patterns, sentence writing, and punctuation

Tuition & Enrollment

Simple, transparent pricing. No hidden fees. Spots are limited — we keep classes small on purpose.

Same pricing for both Preschool and Kindergarten — choose the schedule that fits your family.

2 Days / Week

$600 / mo
Mon & Wed or Tue & Thu
  • 2-hour structured sessions
  • Phonics, math & literacy
  • Max 8 students per class
  • Morning or afternoon session
  • Great intro schedule

5 Days / Week

$1,500 / mo
Monday – Friday · Full immersion
  • 2-hour structured sessions daily
  • Fastest skill progression
  • Ideal for summer or intensive prep
  • Max 8 students per class
  • Morning or afternoon session
👨‍👩‍👧 10% sibling discount — enroll a second child and each sibling's monthly tuition is reduced by 10%. Applied automatically at enrollment.
⚠️ Minimum enrollment notice: Sessions with fewer than 5 enrolled students may be canceled. We will notify families in advance and offer a makeup session or prorated credit.

📞 Call us to find the right schedule for your family.

What Parents Say

Families who've seen the difference firsthand.

★★★★★

"My daughter went from not knowing her letters to reading simple sentences in just two months. The teachers are patient, structured, and genuinely caring."

JL
Jennifer L.
Preschool parent · Irvine
★★★★★

"We were nervous about starting early. Tim's Teachers made it feel like play while building real skills. Our son is so excited to go every day."

MK
Michael K.
Kindergarten parent · RSM
★★★★★

"The small class size is everything. The teacher actually knows my child's strengths and where she needs support. Worth every penny."

SC
Sandra C.
Preschool parent · Irvine

Two Programs, Side by Side

Same joyful structure. Curriculum tuned to each age. Kinder = Kindergarten only.

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Preschool

Ages 3–4 · Foundational Learning
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Phonics & Early LiteracyLetter names, sounds, rhyme, blending, name writing
🔢
Math FoundationsCounting, number sense, shapes, patterns, comparing
📖
Story TimeRead-alouds, retelling B–M–E, vocabulary, predictions
✏️
Fine Motor & PrintingCutting, tracing, letter printing, fine-motor builders
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Play & CharacterSharing, turns, routines, self-advocacy
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Kindergarten

Ages 4–5 · School-Ready Skills
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Phonics & Fluency KinderSystematic phonics, blends, sight words, oral fluency
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Math FoundationsCount to 100, numerals, early addition & subtraction
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Reading KinderGuided reading, decodable texts, comprehension
✏️
Spelling & Sentences KinderSpelling patterns, high-frequency words, sentence writing
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Play & CharacterIndependence, routines, problem-solving, stamina
Every child deserves a joyful, confident start. ⭐

Program Goals

What every child works toward. PS Preschool   K Kindergarten

🔤 Phonics & Literacy

  • Name uppercase & lowercase letters A–Z
  • Produce primary letter sounds PS
  • Blend CVC words; consonant blends K
  • Build sight word bank K
  • Write first name; proper pencil grip
  • Rhyme & identify beginning/ending sounds

🔢 Math

  • Count to 100 by ones and tens
  • Recognize numerals to 20+; sort & tally
  • Compare quantities; shapes & patterns
  • Compose/decompose within 10 PS
  • Early addition & subtraction K
  • Measure with non-standard units

📖 Reading & Story Time

  • Attend to read-alouds; answer who/what/where
  • Retell with beginning–middle–end PS
  • Read decodable texts with fluency K
  • Use new vocabulary in conversation
  • Make predictions & connections
  • Develop a genuine love of reading

✏️ Fine Motor, Printing & Writing

  • Cut, trace, and color with control PS
  • Print letters with correct formation PS
  • Spell CVC and high-frequency words K
  • Write complete sentences with punctuation K
  • Follow multi-step directions
  • Care for materials independently

🧩 Play & Character

  • Share, take turns, and problem-solve
  • Follow routines with minimal prompts
  • Build stamina for learning blocks
  • Self-advocacy & asking for help
  • Kind and safe choices indoors & out

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything parents want to know before enrolling.

How many children are in each class?
We keep classes intentionally small — a maximum of 8 students per session. This means your child gets real attention, not just a seat in a room.
What should my child bring on their first day?
Just a labeled snack and a water bottle. We provide all materials — pencils, workbooks, and activity supplies are included in tuition.
My child has never been in a structured class before. Is that okay?
Absolutely. Many of our students start with no prior classroom experience. The first week focuses on routines and relationship-building so children feel safe and confident before academic work begins.
Do you offer a trial class?
Yes — we offer a complimentary observation session so your child can experience the class before you commit. Schedule a conference to arrange it.
What is your schedule during school breaks and holidays?
We follow the IUSD school calendar for major holidays. We do offer enrichment sessions during some breaks — ask us about our break programs when you schedule your conference.
Can siblings attend together?
Yes — and enrolling a second child gets you a 10% discount on each sibling's monthly tuition. If you have a Preschool-age and a Kindergarten-age child, they attend separate groups but can share the same morning or afternoon session time, making drop-off simple.

Ready to give your child the best start?

Schedule a quick conference — we'll find the right program and session time for your family.

📅 Schedule a Conference

Enrollment Inquiry

Tell us about your child and we'll follow up with next steps.