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Solano Early Learning

Family Guide

Parents of 4-year-olds have a unique range of educational options for their children in
California. Attending a high-quality early education program prepares children to
develop critical social-emotional, cognitive, and early academic skills to be ready for
kindergarten and beyond. Finding the best option for your child takes time and
research. You know your child best.

This information will help you understand how UPK works, why it matters, and how you, as a family, can be involved.
Want to know more about your child’s development and growth: https://allaboutyoungchildren.org/ 
What 4 & 5 Year Old Children Need in an early learning environment:

What 4 & 5 Year Old Children Need in an early learning environment:

1. Identity & Inclusion
  • A learning environment that reflects their identities and families
  • Inclusion-focused spaces that celebrate each child's unique strengths
  • Teachers who honor cultural and language diversity

2. Relationships & Social-Emotional Growth
  • Warm, respectful interactions with caring adult
  • Social experiences to build friendships and cooperative learning skills
  • Opportunities to explore, question, and reflect

3. Play & Exploration
  • Hands-on, play-based learning that sparks curiosity
  • Teachers who guide and extend learning through play
  • Freedom to move and explore their environment
  • Playful learning that integrates literacy, math, science, and social-emotional growth
 
4. Development & Learning Experiences
  • Age-appropriate learning experiences based on developmental needs
  • Time to practice and develop new skills
  • A balance of small - and large-group learning
 
5. Creativity & Thinking Skills
  • Engaging activities that inspire creativity and problem-solving
  • Rich language experiences that build vocabulary and communication skills
 
When looking for the best preschool option for your child, it's important to keep in
mind things such as the cost or eligibility of the program, hours and months of
operation, transportation, meals, and length of the day or before and after care
options. UPK Solano respects the right of parental choice, acknowledging that every family is different and every child is unique.
Additional questions to consider when choosing Preschool or Transitional Kindergarten?

Additional questions to consider when choosing Preschool or Transitional Kindergarten?

  • How does the program make families feel valued, respected, and included in the school community? How are families involved?
  • What is the daily schedule? Is play integrated into daily learning?
  • Is the environment safe and healthy?  Does the outdoor space support learning and physical development? 
  • What is the teacher-to-child ratio?
  • How do teachers support children’s home language?

Partners for PreK and TK Resources  




Childcare Referrals and Subsidy Information
Solano Family & Children’s Services https://solanofamily.org 

TK - School Districts Contact Information
Benicia Unified School District https://beniciaunified.org    
Dixon Unified School District https://www.dixonusd.org 
Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District https://www.fsusd.org 
Travis Unified School District https://www.travisusd.org 
Vacaville Unified School District  https://vacavilleusd.org 
Vallejo Unified School District  https://www.vcusd.org