Why Choose Us?

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Communication App:

Stay informed with frequent updates, achievement photos, holiday videos, and monthly newsletters. Easily contact teachers and sign in/out.

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Trusted Since 1984

With a long-standing history of excellence, we have been a trusted choice for families for generations. Become part of our close-knit community.

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Carefully Cleaned

Dedicated cleaning staff follow strict daily sanitization with regular inspections and deep-cleaning protocols to maintain a healthy space.

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Safe & Secure

Restricted entrance access with an alarm system & high playground fence combined with constant monitoring gives you peace of mind that your child is safe & protected.

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Healthy Snacks & Balanced Meals

Two nutritious snacks and breakfast are provided daily, included in tuition. We offer a well-balanced & hot school lunch, with many being vegetarian meals.

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Skilled Staff, Exceptional Care

Highly trained, CPR & First Aid-certified educators offer loving care with years of teaching experience and low turnover rates.

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What Parents Say!

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    “The service and the tuition is a huge win for parents…The center has countless fun events, from Halloween parades, to magic show, bubble man, water day, etc…” –Jing Yang MORE

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    “Before Hands on Learning Center, our son was enrolled in Speech Therapy but within a month of attending this school, he had an incredible speech explosion and no longer required therapy…” –Lisa L‍ ‍MORE

  • orange stars 5/5 rating.

    “Hands on Learning has been an absolute blessing for our family. The teachers are not just educators, they are like second moms to my daughter…” –Stephanie Cabauatan MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “This is a long standing establishment as my sister and I both went here for preschool. I'm so happy to be able to send my child to the same school that helped shaped me…” –Jennifer Chan MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “The teachers are great, esp. since my son needed individual attention in the beginning…They used to send videos and pictures for us and it was very assuring for us to see our son having fun…” –Divya K MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “Hands on learning center has been the best school my daughter has been to…This was her 5th school. She loved it so much...” –Ayushi Mathur MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “They celebrate all the events (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter) with such zest and make them enjoyable & memorable for kids…I would highly recommend this preschool…” –Vaibhavi Vighne K MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “They give a lot of attention to make children comfortable..discussing with the parents on any special needs a child may have. Highly recommend this school!…” –Nancy Jain MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “They send pictures and videos of my son everyday and we get to see what activities they are doing in class. Teachers are willing to interact with parents and I get feedback every day while picking him up. We see a lot of improvement in our son already and loving it…” –Pranitha D MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “What amazes us even more is seeing pictures (from the app) of our daughter napping as she's very active and it's usually a challenge to get her to nap at home. They also manage to french braid her hair from time to time. I love the activities (holiday focused, summer events, etc) initiated by the center all year round and our daughter comes home so happy…“ –Nancy L MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “[Teachers] have been absolutely amazing, especially in helping her with potty training—something I was a little nervous about, but they made it so smooth and stress-free…She now finishes her lunch without any issues, which I think speaks volumes about how comfortable and happy she is at school….” –Alesha Patel MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “They have a well planned curriculum and activities to keep kids engaged throughout the day. Every event and celebrations are a lot of fun. Reaching out to teachers is easy through the app they use and parents are well informed with every important update about the child. Definitely best Preschool in the area, highly recommend…” –Aishwarya Roopkumar MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “Our daughter, who is quite shy and has serious separation anxiety, has thrived in their care. They have been incredibly comforting and supportive, making her feel secure and loved. The school director, Ms. Elis, is exceptionally responsible and professional…Her dedication to the children is evident, and it's heartwarming to see how much she cares…” –Anna S MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    “The teachers are kind, patient, and truly care about the children…The school also focuses a lot on helping children become more independent. I have seen wonderful improvement in my child’s self-confidence, communication, and ability to do small tasks on their own. The teachers gently encourage good habits, social skills, and curiosity in a very positive way…” –Pranjali Kotgire MORE

  • 5/5 star rating from reviewer.

    [My son] constantly tells me that he never wants to leave his school or teachers which always makes me feel so incredibly happy. I am beyond amazed at how they have structured the pre-k classroom & curriculum as my son has been learning so much, far beyond anything I had ever anticipated at this age! –D. T. MORE

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    “LOVE LOVE LOVE this pre-school!…daughter is about 6 weeks into public school at MUSD and we didn't realize how much she had learned from Hands On Learning Center. She's already reading simple sentences while school is now teaching her about letter "A", color "red", number "1". Thanks, Hands on Learning center for not only play-based activities but also a solid academic foundation!…” –Hilda V MORE

  • Five purple stars with black outline, aligned in a row.

    My wife and I searched extensively for a good daycare for our boys. Each place had its good things but none were perfect until we found this one!...The activities are highly educational and engage the creativity of the students. They get exposure to various languages and cultures…Our youngest showed up and asked to wash his hands before dinner. Our oldest gets home and asks for activities to work on his letters and numbers. Even we ourselves are learning invaluable techniques from the teachers on what to do when things get challenging. –Daniel Gesua MORE

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    “Every morning, our little one is genuinely excited to go to school and learn…They're not just educators, they're truly invested in each child's well-being. Their years of experience shine through in how they connect with each child's unique personality and learning style. As new parents, their wisdom and gentle guidance have been a lifeline, helping us navigate the anxieties and joys of raising a young child…” –Annie N MORE

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    “From the snow days they create in the winter to the water park they host in the summer, this is a truly wonderful place for kids. They teach Spanish and other languages through music and hosting Heritage days, which is fun. We just love this little gem of a place!…You really can't go wrong at this place, I HIGHLY recommend it. It's everything you can ask for and more. The kids absolutely grasp learning and retain it, which is huge...” –Pryssila A MORE

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    “I went online & searched a bunch of places. I also visited a few & Hands on Learning Center was the best out of all the places I went to…[My son] has learned SO much here. From distinguishing colors & shapes to writing his first & last name to knowing how to do simple addition…When I pick my son up from school he tells me he loves his school & is happy with his friends. They do a lot of hands on activities with the kids & even put together a graduation ceremony…” –Dayna Z MORE