ParadiseElementary School

Preparing Our Children for Their Future

588 Pearson Road, Paradise, CA 95969

(530) 872-6415 FAX (530) 872-6419

Andrea Lawson, Principal

Welcome to PES After Kindergarten Program...

ParadiseElementary School offers a half-day optional, fee-based After Kindergarten Program in addition to our half-day kindergarten class.The After Kindergarten Classis available for kindergartners needing care for the rest of the school day. After Kindergarten Program complements the school programs and is consistent with the guidelines of a developmentally appropriate curriculum.The After Kindergarten Program includes a balance of activities as well as structured and unstructured projects. Children experience literature, dramatic play, the visual arts, music, large and small motor games and the support to practice social skills. Qualified staff provide a child-centered early childhood program with a 1-to-15 teacher/child ratio.
The After Kindergarten Program provides full time (five days per week until 6:00 PM) and limited part-time care (five half days per week until 2:00 PM). Lunch may be purchased through the school lunch program or brought from home. Check with the school to determine the options.

In After Kindergarten Programchildren...

  • Develop a positive self concept and attitude toward learning.
  • Develop curiosity about the world.
  • Develop relationships of mutual trust and respect with adults and peers.
  • Understand and respect social and cultural diversity.
  • Explore the community and social roles.
  • Use language to communicate effectively and to facilitate thinking and learning.
  • Become literate individuals who gain satisfaction and information from the written word.
  • Think critically and creatively to reason and solve problems.
  • Represent ideas and feelings through play, drama, dance, movement, art activities.
  • Begin to construct knowledge of the physical world.
  • Acquire knowledge of and appreciation for the fine arts, humanities and science.
  • Practice self-control and personal initiative.
  • Grow in social competence.

...sustainthejoy of childhood!

Our Mission

The After Kindergarten Programrecognizes that play is the primary learning medium of childhood and age appropriate, appealing, challenging activities are provided to support the whole child's growth and development.The After Kindergarten Program provides high quality, developmentally appropriate, on-site care in a safe, nurturing environment.The After Kindergarten Program is an optional ParadiseUnifiedSchool District fee-based program offering an extended day experience for kindergarteners.

2014/15