LEARNING THROUGH PLAY
MAGICAL HANDPRINTS PRESCHOOL
At Magical Handprints Preschool, we’re proud to provide a caring and safe environment for young children.
They receive the tools they need for future happiness and success. Our unique programs incorporate a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child’s best interests in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning.
ABOUT THE OWNER
About Rocio Calderon
I believe in teaching with love, patience and care. Having my own preschool was an unexpected but truly beautiful surprise. I love spending time with children. Teaching, guiding, and being part of their formative years, fills my heart with joy.
I have always had passion for working with children. Along with my passion for early childhood education; I bring experience in early childcare, ECE certification, CPR, Mandated Reporter and Health & nutrition certified.  I am fluent in English and Spanish and a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children
In my free time I love spending time with my family. We enjoy camping, hiking, outings at the beach until sunset and  watching movies at home.Â
I am dedicated to providing a nurturing, educational, stimulating and welcoming environment for all children.
OUR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
The educational programs at Magical Handprints Preschool were created with young children’s needs in mind: to mature and develop in a safe yet stimulating environment. Take a look below to learn more about each program.
OUTDOOR PLAY
Outdoor play is essential for children of all ages, especially preschoolers. Being able to run, jump and explore nature helps toddlers to grow and develop both physically and mentally. Outdoor play contributes to learning communication skills and social customs, as well as strengthening muscle tone and body coordination.
ARTS AND CRAFTS
By doing something creative, you allow for self-expression and this lets children express (and cope with) their feelings. It also fosters mental growth in children by providing opportunities for trying out new ideas, new ways of thinking and problem-solving.
IMAGINATIVE PLAY
Through pretend play, children learn about themselves and the world. Dramatic play experiences are some of the first ways children learn about their likes and dislikes, their interests, and their abilities. They experiment with role playing and work to make sense out of what they've observed.
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BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH)
Spanish is integrated into the daily routine.
For young children, learning or strengthening a second language comes more naturally than it does for adults. In preschool, on any given day, your child may hear countless new words in Spanish and unconsciously learn song lyrics. If your child hears Spanish in early childhood, they are more likely to pick up the language without realizing it’s a second language.
SOCCER
Playing soccer helps children build valuable life skills, such as hard work, decision-making, problem-solving, and communication. Through healthy competition, it also teaches the importance of teamwork and cooperation, balanced by good sportsmanship
MUSIC
Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional, motor, language, and overall literacy. It helps the body and the mind work together. Exposing children to music during early development helps them learn the sounds and meanings of words.
SCIENCE
Science helps children develop key life skills, including an ability to communicate, remain organized and focused, and they even get to form their own opinions based on observation.
FINE AND GROSS MOTOR DEVELOPMENT
Children develop 2 types of motor (movement) skills: 'fine' motor skills and 'gross' motor skills. Fine motor skills involve using hands and fingers to control smaller objects. Gross motor skills involve the coordination of larger muscles in the body to make larger movements (Outdoor play and soccer)
BAKING
Baking encourages children's thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. It also allows children the opportunity to use the knowledge they have and apply it by counting, measuring, following a sequence, following directions, and cause and effect.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
To provide a teaching curriculum through developmentally appropriate practices for young children. By supporting children to understand themselves as active learners and working together with peers, we help develop critical thinkers who are curious and socially responsible in a safe and nurturing environment.
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MISSION STATEMENT
Quality Education
From language and literacy development to social skills and creative expression, the children at Magical Handprints Preschool are constantly being exposed to new activities and environments in which to thrive. We build on the strengths and interests of each child to help build a solid foundation where they can develop their futures.
CONTACT US
LIC # 197494750
5963 West 86th Place
Westchester, CA 90045
(424)375-1198