Options — State Preschool at Azusa High is a California State Preschool Program provider on the Azusa High campus in central Azusa, serving 3- to 5-year-old children with a research-backed High Scope curriculum emphasizing active learning and reflection. As a free or low-cost option for income-qualifying working families, the program fills a critical gap in preschool access for Azusa's working-class neighborhoods and operates in half-day morning, afternoon, and twilight sessions (3-hour blocks) during the school year. Options for Learning's decades-long local presence and partnerships with Azusa schools, combined with a flawless inspection record and maximum capacity of 48 children, make this a stable, affordable option for families within the income threshold. The program is limited to preschool ages 3–5, so families with younger children will need separate infant care.
Safety6.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care3.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: High/Scope curriculum focusing on children actively involved in their learning environment, challenged to achieve the next level of development socially, emotionally, and educationally through intentional teaching. Classrooms set up with variety of learning centers focused on social and cognitive skill development.
Programs & activities: Free half-day preschool program for 3 and 4 year old children during school year. Offers morning, afternoon, and twilight classes (3 hour sessions). Part of California State Preschool Program.
What sets it apart: Free State Preschool program. Maximum capacity 48 children. Monday-Friday operations. Contact: (626) 854-3449. License #198017640.
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Azusa. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.</span>
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