Visit our Book a Tour page to pick a time directly on our calendar — or email Ms. Linda at Linda.Friedlin@littleoakpreschool.com. Tours are 30 minutes, Monday–Friday, by appointment.

Start with a tour — it's the best way to see the school and get your questions answered. After the visit, you'll complete an application and meet one-on-one with us. We'll guide you through every step from there.

Every child adjusts differently, and we take it at their pace. We encourage parents to speak with us before the first day so we can plan the smoothest possible transition together. Our teachers are warm, patient, and experienced with first-day jitters.

We serve children from newborn through age 6, across four classroom programs: Infant (Newborn–18 months), Toddler (18–30 months), Preschool (2.5–4 years), and TK/Pre-K (3.5–6 years).

We are open Monday through Friday, 8:00AM–5:30PM, with core programming hours from 9:00AM–4:30PM. Part-time and full-time options are available to fit your family's schedule.

California licensing requires a daily rest period for full-day programs. Children who sleep are welcome to do so; those who don't nap may read quietly or do calm activities on their mat. Each child has a cot — parents provide a sheet and blanket, washed at home at least monthly. Cuddly toys and pillows are welcome.

Children bring their own lunch. We provide a nutritious morning and afternoon snack. We ask that lunches be healthy and natural — good nutrition is part of our curriculum. Please notify us of any allergies or special dietary needs.

If your child becomes ill at school, you'll be notified immediately. Please keep children home for at least 48 hours after the onset of cold symptoms and 24 hours after the end of a fever. This keeps our whole community healthy.

No — your child does not need to be toilet trained before starting. We work together with families to support each child's readiness at their own pace.

Our program blends Montessori principles with play-based learning — combining the independence and hands-on discovery of Montessori with the creativity, social growth, and joy of purposeful play. Every activity is designed to nurture the whole child.

Three things stand out: our unusually low teacher-to-child ratios (lower than licensing requirements), our hybrid Montessori + play-based curriculum, and the deep experience and warmth of our teaching team. We've been serving Menlo Park families since 1996.

Our ratios are intentionally lower than California's licensing standards: 1:3 for Infant/Toddler, 1:6 for Preschool, and 1:8 for TK/Pre-K. Smaller classrooms mean more time, attention, and connection for every child.

Our lead teachers hold an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with at least two years of preschool experience. All staff have a minimum of 12 ECE units, are CPR/First Aid certified annually, and participate in 5 days of professional development training each year.

Yes — Little Oak is open year-round, and the full monthly tuition is required regardless of absences. This ensures continuity of staffing and programming for all families.

Yes! We offer a 10% sibling discount. Contact us for details.

Please contact us directly to learn about available assistance options. We're happy to discuss what may work for your family's situation.

Current monthly rates are listed on our Enrollment page. Rates cover September 2025 – December 2026.