Math & Language Arts for TK & Kindergarten
W E L C O M E
Critters & Crayons is an enrichment program focused on providing daily, short-hour ELA & Math academic classes for TK & kindergarten students. Our programs are offered Monday, Wednesday, Friday for TK and Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday for kindergarten. All curriculum meets California Department of Education standards. We prioritize small class groups and individualized learning.
Philosophy
Core Pillars of our Philosophy of Education
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Atmosphere: Refers to the educational environment (surroundings)
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Discipline: The development of good character and habits.
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Life: Nourishing the mind with "living ideas"(academics)
We believe that success breeds success, when children are able to see how much they can do, they will strive to do more.
PROGRAMS
Every child deserves
the right start.
Nurturing the whole child from three years old through Kindergarten. We offer 2-programs for TK & 1-program for Kindergarten, all programs include Language Arts (ELA) and math, providing a balanced approach to literacy and numeracy development. Students engage in reading, writing, phonics, problem-solving, and math fluency activities through interactive lessons and hands-on learning. We offer preschool for the 3 year old child, they must be potty trained & turn 3 by September 1st, inquire for more info.
3 – 4 YEARS
Preschool
Curiosity with direction.
PROGRAM FEATURES
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Weekly themed curriculum
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Small-group instruction
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HWT
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Art, music, science integration
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Social-emotional coaching
4 – 5 YEARS
Transitional Kindergarten
Getting ready for everything.
PROGRAM FEATURES
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Academic readiness assessments
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Small-group instruction
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Kindergarten transition support
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Dimension Math PKA & PKB
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All About Reading
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Explode the Code
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HWT
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Advanced social skills
4 – 5 YEARS
Kindergarten Enrichment
Ready for everything.
PROGRAM FEATURES
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Academic readiness assessments
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Public speaking practice
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Kindergarten Math w/Confidence
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All About Reading
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Explode the Code
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HWT
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Mastering High-Frequency Words
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Small-group instruction
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Advanced social skills
2026 - 2027 Tuition
Investing in your child's future
Our programs are a school year commitment. With that said, our tuition is based on an overall yearly rate September thru May. Tuition is due monthly (every 4-weeks), therefore each payment is the same amount regardless of school days. There is no adjustments made to tuition due to absents or vacations.
Tuition:
*Yearly Registration fee: $50.00
*Enrollment/Curriculum fee $275 (due July 29, 2026)
These fees are paid one time for the 9 month school year.
Fox Den & Bear Den
TK & Kindergarten Enrichment
Sage Oak Charter Students Cost:
$2,700.00 - $3,500.00/Yearly
Our school year:
August 31, 2026 - May 26, 2027
Applicable approved Sage Oak charter funds could apply to our TK & kindergarten enrichment fees ranging from $2700-$3500 per year to reduce out-of-pocket custodial costs per school year. Parents are responsible for all fees not covered by charter.
**Other fees do apply.
