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Our program

A home where children play, move, and grow

Play is how children learn. Our days are mostly play-based, with a real love of movement, music, and the arts — woven together with early math, literacy, and kindergarten readiness.

Arts & creativity

Art, music, and imaginative play, every single day.

Movement & music

Dance and active play as everyday learning tools.

Small & home-like

A calm, organized setting. Creative, never chaotic.

Licensed & trained

Licensed by the State of California, CPR & First Aid certified, with safety built into the day.

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A day at Doran Kids

Active play, creativity, rest, and routine

Predictable rhythm, room to be a kid. Here's how a day flows — regular hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with early mornings and evenings available as reserved extended care.

8:00–9:00Arrival, breakfast, and free play
9:00–10:30Outdoor play while the morning is cool
10:30–12:00Circle time, story, and learning centers
12:00–12:30Lunch together
12:30–2:30Rest and quiet time
2:30–4:00Snack, music, and creative projects
4:00–5:00Preparation and pickup

The full day, hour by hour →

Who we welcome

All ages, from infants through twelve

Infants

Gentle, attentive care with gradual, settling-in starts.

Toddlers

Movement, sensory play, and first words and numbers.

Preschool

Kindergarten readiness through play and the arts.

School-age

After-school care, projects, and a place to belong.

Tuition

Simple, all-inclusive monthly tuition

Meals, snacks, and our arts-and-movement enrichment are all included. Part-time, drop-in, and school-age rates available.

Infant · 0–2
$1,500
per month, full-time
Toddler · 2–3
$1,350
per month, full-time
Preschool · 3–5
$1,250
per month, full-time

Part-time (3 days): $1,100 / $1,050 / $1,000. Drop-in: $100 a day, any age. Siblings get 10% off the second child.

Need care beyond weekdays? We offer evenings, weekends, and extended hours by reservation. Hours & Extended Care →

Full rates & billing details →

Come visit

Schedule a tour of our home

Tours are by appointment, so you can see our space calm and quiet — and ask us anything. Pick a time that works; it goes straight onto our calendar and we'll confirm by email.

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