Welcome to Crystale’s Little Scholars!
Ms. Crystale, the founder of Crystale’s Little Scholars, earned her Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education from American River College in 2012 and holds a State Teaching Credential. With a lifelong passion for working with children, she began her career at a childcare center before opening her own program. She takes pride in designing her own curriculum and tailoring care to meet the unique needs of every child.
Ms. Crystale is deeply committed to excellence in early childhood education. She carefully selects and trains her staff, sharing her years of hands-on teaching experience and continuously growing her expertise through professional development at Placer County Office of Education Workshops. Together with her team, she has created a nurturing and enriching environment where children thrive.
Our Philosophy
At Crystale’s Little Scholars, we believe that a strong partnership between families and staff is key to every child’s success. We welcome and value your input and suggestions, and we strive to create a collaborative, supportive community for all. We understand that each family comes to us with different experiences and perspectives, and we are committed to working together to support your child’s development.
Learning Through Play
Our program emphasizes play-based learning, especially for toddlers, as play is a vital part of early development. We focus on building social-emotional skills and guiding children to solve problems using communication and reasoning. We use positive reinforcement to support behavior and help children grow into independent, confident individuals.
Your child will learn to:
- Clean up after themselves
- Serve their own meals
- Manage daily routines
- Collaborate with peers
- Communicate their needs effectively
Daily Routine & Structure
Children aged 2 and up participate in a structured preschool-style setting designed to prepare them for kindergarten. A typical day includes:
- Breakfast
- Morning group time
- Zoophonics
- Free play
- AM snack
- Art or sensory play
- Outdoor play
- Lunch
- Nap time
- PM snack
- Indoor/outdoor play
- Afternoon group time
Children under age 2 enjoy their own dedicated space with a flexible, on-demand schedule. Their day includes:
- Educational songs and flashcards
- Puppet play and story time
- Art and sensory activities
- Free play
- Zoophonics
- Outdoor time in a safe, age-appropriate area (weather permitting)
Communication & Technology
We use a family communication app that keeps you connected throughout the day. You’ll receive real-time updates on your child’s meals, naps, diaper changes or potty use, and see photos of their activities. The app also supports two-way messaging for daily updates, reminders, incident reports, and any questions or requests you may have.
Year-Round Care & Special Perks
Our academic year runs from September through May, but we also provide care during summer, winter, and spring breaks—something many preschools do not offer. As an in-home childcare provider, we offer full-day care for your convenience.
We participate in the CA Childcare Food Program, ensuring your child receives healthy, well-balanced meals every day.
We also offer an optional “Date Night” once a month—hosted on a Friday evening—where children can stay for dinner, snacks, and a movie while parents enjoy a night out. (Additional fee applies.)
We’re so excited to welcome you to Crystale’s Little Scholars!
Together, we’ll create a warm, supportive community where your child can learn, grow, and shine.