Welcome to AEC Preschool
Spanish & French
Full Immersion Programs
(562) 832 -1911
Monday to Friday
7:30am - 5:00pm
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Outdoors
Our New Playground ! We've been dreaming of this space for a long time, and it's finally here.
For young children, the outdoors is a classroom too. Out here they climb a little higher than they did yesterday. They try again after a tumble, and they discover that sand, water and sticks can become almost anything. They learn to wait their turn and lend a hand, and to look after the space they share.
It's also a place to slow down. We eat together in the fresh air, notice the light through the leaves and the bugs underfoot, and feel the seasons change. It's open and full of joy, a small reminder that children belong to the natural world and grow best when they're free to explore it.
Los Patitos
Our Baby Class welcomes our youngest learners, ages two to three, as they take their very first steps into school life. We hold this beginning with great tenderness, and every child is embraced just as they are.
The room is bathed in soft, soothing colors and has two spaces: a quiet one for naps and a bright one for art, crafts and play.
The children move gently between rest and discovery throughout the day. With just 12 to 13 children, each one is truly seen and cared for. Everything happens in Spanish, so the language grows as naturally as love, through songs, stories and everyday moments.
The class is guided by Miss Maribel and Miss Saba. Miss Maribel is the heart of the room, sweet, gentle and endlessly loving. Miss Saba brings a calm structure and steady routines that help little ones feel safe. Together they are the perfect pair, nurturing each child while helping them grow in confidence every day.
Los Colibries Class
This classroom welcomes children from three years old in a close, gentle group of just eight students. It's a special in-between place for little ones getting ready to move into our larger, older classrooms. We give early learning a bit more focus here than in our Los Patitos class, so each child can grow in confidence and independence and feel ready to take the next step.
Soft earth tones and mellow colors fill the room, creating a calm, grounded space where children feel at peace and free to flourish. The Spanish language and culture are part of everything the children do, woven gently into songs, stories and everyday moments so they feel like home.
The class is guided by Miss Paulina, who proudly shares her own culture with the children and brings it to life with warmth and joy. She is truly the heart of this little group, and we love her dearly. Her nurturing presence makes her the perfect fit for these young learners at such a meaningful time in their journey.
Las Mariposas Monarcas Class
This classroom holds a special place in our school. It's our largest learning space and home to 14 to 16 children getting ready for their next big step into TK. Here, curiosity is honored and every child is encouraged to discover the light they carry within.
The children build early writing skills and learn to think deeply and wonder out loud. Through hands-on STEM activities they
problem-solve, experiment and create together. Each day they grow in confidence, and ideas take shape as they become proud, capable learners, ready for what comes next.
The class is led by our Co-Director, Miss Drea, with the loving support of Miss Aly. Together they proudly share the richness of Latino culture, far beyond the Spanish language. The children taste new foods, read beautiful and meaningful books, celebrate traditions and explore the work of Latino artists. They come to know the culture through their senses and their hearts. It's a place to grow, a place to belong and a place to shine.
La Classe des Cocinelles
Bienvenue! In Miss Pauline's classroom, every word is spoken in French, all day long. Children from 2.5 years old learn the language the most natural way: by hearing it, living it, and speaking it every day.
Miss Pauline is a native French speaker who brings the warmth and charm of France into the classroom. Through songs, stories, conversation, and her own culture, she helps children fall in love with the language
With just seven students, this intimate group gives every child plenty of individual attention. The mixed ages create a special family-like environment: younger children learn by watching their older friends, and older children gain confidence as they help and lead.
The day is structured and activity-based, with a strong academic focus. Children build French vocabulary and early language skills through hands-on learning, circle time, and guided activities. This gives them a strong foundation for school and a gift that will stay with them for life.
Ici, on parle français!
