Snell's Philosophy
A child is a child even though the world around them is in constant change. Snell's continues its educational excellence in helping to develop character and great abilities in each child by....
A child is a child even though the world around them is in constant change. Snell's continues its educational excellence in helping to develop character and great abilities in each child by....
- Offering a combination of old-fashioned values, new ideas, and a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Working with children to facilitate and expand his/her learning capabilities.
- Academic focused to provide the children with the skills needed upon entering Kindergarten.
- Maintaining a high priority for each unique child to understand and learn the life skills needed to become a good and happy productive citizen.
Snell's History
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In 1906 neighbors asked Mrs. Anna Snell, to organize a Kindergarten class in order to include their children who needed socialization with other children.
In the early years, children came by horse and buggy and the first class fee was fifty cents per week. A short time later, Stella (Anna's daughter) became a sole proprietor and continued to successfully organize and develop the program. It continued successfully until the State of California made Kindergarten a part of the school system and Snell's became a full-time Pre-Kindergarten program. In 1959, Miss Snell sold the school to a family friend, Mary Robinson. It was in the Robinson family from 1959 until her daughter, Jo Knickerbocker, sold the school in 2021. The school is now owned by Kids place2 Explore and Learn LLC /DBA Snell's Prek. Operated by Carina Diaz *See bellow for Carina's Mission, philosophy and goals |
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New owner's
Our Mission
Our mission is teaching through developmentally appropriate curriculum and practices with meaningful hands-on experiences and exploration of the child’s interests. We provide opportunities for children to develop self-regulation, physical motor skills, and communication skills with plenty of room for arts and creativity. We strive to teach school readiness skills through fun and exciting ways. Activities include constructive play, circle time, group time, and outdoor time. Success can only be achieved through the involvement of parents and we actively seek parents’ support. Our program includes a unique approachable center environment and staff that give that extra personal care and a family-like atmosphere. Let’s make a difference that will last a life time!
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is to be active role models to the children; children learn by example. We believe that Positive reinforcement is important for children to develop positive self-esteem. We feel no child is too young to learn to share, take turns, and participate, as well as learn good manners. Children need an environment that supports free expression and stimulate learning in all areas. By maintaining curriculum actively engaging for the children’s success we believe that everything can be taught during early childhood development.
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Each child is unique and develops at their own pace. In order to respect those individual needs, we will place each child in the appropriate classroom based on the child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development and age. It is our goal to make a safe place for all children, regardless of ability, to be challenged and grow. Classrooms will be assigned each August and the children will remain in their classroom for the entire year unless an unforeseen issue arises or in the case the child ages out of the classroom. We will also consider a move if the child is advanced and other unforeseen situation with the ultimate goal being the child’s best interest.
Our Mission
Our mission is teaching through developmentally appropriate curriculum and practices with meaningful hands-on experiences and exploration of the child’s interests. We provide opportunities for children to develop self-regulation, physical motor skills, and communication skills with plenty of room for arts and creativity. We strive to teach school readiness skills through fun and exciting ways. Activities include constructive play, circle time, group time, and outdoor time. Success can only be achieved through the involvement of parents and we actively seek parents’ support. Our program includes a unique approachable center environment and staff that give that extra personal care and a family-like atmosphere. Let’s make a difference that will last a life time!
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is to be active role models to the children; children learn by example. We believe that Positive reinforcement is important for children to develop positive self-esteem. We feel no child is too young to learn to share, take turns, and participate, as well as learn good manners. Children need an environment that supports free expression and stimulate learning in all areas. By maintaining curriculum actively engaging for the children’s success we believe that everything can be taught during early childhood development.
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Each child is unique and develops at their own pace. In order to respect those individual needs, we will place each child in the appropriate classroom based on the child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development and age. It is our goal to make a safe place for all children, regardless of ability, to be challenged and grow. Classrooms will be assigned each August and the children will remain in their classroom for the entire year unless an unforeseen issue arises or in the case the child ages out of the classroom. We will also consider a move if the child is advanced and other unforeseen situation with the ultimate goal being the child’s best interest.
Meet Our Current Staff
Ms Kim and Ms Sam are our 3’s AM teachers in Rainbow room & PM aftercare
Ms Tiana and Ms Erika are our 4’s-5's Teachers in Yellow Room
Ms Dalie and Ms Lina are our 2's teachers in Sunshine Room
Ms Yasmin is our school floater and works in all classrooms
Mr Ubaldo is our full time facility Maintenance Manager
Ms Carina owner/operator works multiple sites. Her availability is during operating hours M-F 730am-530pm.
Email at snellspreschool@gmail.com or info@kidsplace2exploreandlearn.com
or call Snell's phone (209) 478-6161 or Kids place phone (209) 834-5851
*Administrators-
Ms Mariah is currently in the process of completing her qualifications to be the Snells program director.
Ms Kim and Ms Sam are our 3’s AM teachers in Rainbow room & PM aftercare
Ms Tiana and Ms Erika are our 4’s-5's Teachers in Yellow Room
Ms Dalie and Ms Lina are our 2's teachers in Sunshine Room
Ms Yasmin is our school floater and works in all classrooms
Mr Ubaldo is our full time facility Maintenance Manager
Ms Carina owner/operator works multiple sites. Her availability is during operating hours M-F 730am-530pm.
Email at snellspreschool@gmail.com or info@kidsplace2exploreandlearn.com
or call Snell's phone (209) 478-6161 or Kids place phone (209) 834-5851
*Administrators-
Ms Mariah is currently in the process of completing her qualifications to be the Snells program director.