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Ashley James, Director
Ashley graduated from the Merritt College earning her Associate of Arts degree in Child and Adolescent development. She continued her schooling and went on to San Francisco State University and earned her Bachelors degree in Early childhood Development with a minor in special education. Her journey with children began in high school when she worked as a recreational specialist for children with special needs. She then went on to be a teachers assistant and once she graduated she was able to get a job working as a lead teacher in a preschool classroom. After teaching in a classroom for three years she realized she wanted to have her own in home daycare. She is committed to forming relationships and building trust with children and their families. She believes that each child is unique and deserves an enriching environment where they can grow socially, psychically, mentally and emotionally. She is dedicated to creating such an environment to meet each individual Childs needs.
Philosophy
At our school, our mission is to provide an inclusive nurturing, safe, and enriching environment for children to learn, grow and thrive. We believe in a developmentally appropriate practice which focuses on tailoring activities and experiences to each child’s unique developmental stage, interests, and abilities. Curriculum is flexible and responsive to individual needs.
Location
We’re in the Parkview neighborhood of Richmond in a single family home. With easy access to transit, and three local parks just minutes away. We’re a few blocks away from Hwy 880 and 580 on-ramp. We’re also a few blocks away from El Cerrito bart station.
About our program
At Tiny Toes University in Richmond, our dedicated team creates a warm and supportive atmosphere for children. Through exciting outdoor activities, we foster their social and emotional growth. Specializing in nurturing early learners, we prioritize their holistic development.
Admissions
Join the Tiny Toes University community in three easy steps:
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Explore our website We’ve provided information about our philosophies and offerings to help you decide if our program may be right for your family.
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Tour our program Come see what makes Tiny Toes University unique. If we are currently hosting tours, you can request or schedule a tour at the top of this page. If we are not currently hosting tours, you’ll see a “Request Info” button at the top of this page; if you submit your information using this button, we will notify you when we start host tours again in the future.
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Submit an Enrollment Application If you’re interested in enrolling, submit an application by selecting Apply to enroll. If this option if not available, you can message the program director. Please do not apply to enroll until you have set up a tour and visited the program.