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Daily Schedule

A Day at Explorer Children's School

8am-9:00am/ Drop off & Center Exploration

Children settle in, connect with teachers and friends, and choose from thoughtfully prepared activities.

9:00-9:20am/ Circle and Group Time

Social-emotional learning, songs, stories, conversation, movement, and practice listening, sharing, and participating together.

9:20-10:05am/ Explorer's Learning Time

Hands-on experiences inspired by children’s interests—STEM, art, literacy, building, sensory exploration, and imaginative play.

10:15-10:45am/ Snack

A chance to refuel while practicing independence, conversation, and community at the table.

10:45-11:45am/ Explorer's Learning Time

Hands-on experiences inspired by children’s interests—STEM, art, literacy, building, sensory exploration, and imaginative play.

12:00-1:00pm/ Lunch Time

A shared meal that builds independence, social skills, conversation, and connection.

1:00-3:00pm/ Nap or Rest - Quiet Time

Children rest, recharge, or enjoy a peaceful quiet-time experience.

3:00-3:30om/ Snack

Children refuel, reconnect, and get ready for the afternoon.

3:30-4:30pm/ Explorer's Learning Time

More child-led play, small-group experiences, and hands-on discovery.

4:30-5:30pm/ Exploration & Group Time

Flexible exploration and play, revisiting favorite activities, continuing projects, and reflecting on the day’s discoveries.

Open Hours 
8 am - 5:30 pm
Monday - Friday

We are pleased to offer flexible scheduling options to meet your family's needs!

Extended Day: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Full Day: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Half Day: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Students can be enrolled for two, three, or five days per week. 

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School will be closed for all major holidays.

You may download the list of holidays & school closures for the 2026-27 school year here.

 

​Explorer Children's School will provide two healthy, balanced, organic snacks per day. 

See a sample menu and snack items here!

 

Students will bring lunch from home. Our Campus is peanut-free, but welcomes other tree nuts and nut butters.  

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ABOUT

Explorer Children’s School is a Reggio-inspired preschool in Castro Valley, CA, serving children ages 2–6 through play-based learning. We blend STEM, art, literacy, nature, outdoors, and hands-on exploration with a deep focus on social-emotional growth, nurturing curiosity, creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.

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20393 Anita Ave, Castro Valley, CA

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