Two schools exist in the preschool environment, with the younger and the older development groups separated, and with cross-aged groupings in both schools. The Blue School has children 2 1/2 to 4 years of age. The adult to child ratio in this group is 1 to 7. The Purple School has children 3 1/2 years to kindergarten. The adult to child ratio is 1 to 8.

Minimum contract for this program for student families is 3.5 hours per day and two days per week. Minimum contract for faculty, staff, alumni and community families is 3.5 hours per day and three days per week.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: When space is available for new children, parents are notified via email or phone by the Assistant Director. Parents will receive an email with a link to complete registration paperwork. A mandatory parent orientation is required. Parents must provide a copy of the child’s updated immunization record prior to the child’s first day. A Physician’s Report performed by a health professional is also required within two weeks of the child’s first day. Student parents must submit a current class schedule, Staff/Faculty parents’ status is verified through the university, and Alumni parents must submit proof of graduation from CSULB.