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We understand choosing a preschool is an important decision and we are delighted that you are considering joining our preschool family. At TCELA, we strive to provide a nurturing early learning experience for every child by supporting their growth and development through enriching experiences, developmentally appropriate curriculum, hands-on learning, and fun!
TCELA welcomes children turning 2-5 years old between August 12, 2026 to May 27, 2027 who are potty-trained.
How do I enroll?
Enrollment Dates
Preschool Applications must be submitted during our open enrollment windows for the 25-26 school year
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Please call our office at (626) 548-5210 to schedule a tour of our preschool. All visitors over 18 years old will be asked to bring their Driver’s License/ID. Each visitor’s information is screened against the sex offender registry and custom databases
Space is limited and will be based on first come first serve until our enrollment becomes full. Should our classes become full, we will open a waitlist. Confirmation of registration in our program will not be given until the program has received both the registration application and payment for registration, which includes the first month’s tuition. Waitlist priority will be based on the child's age and form submission date. Once we are able to accept your child into our program, the parent/guardian will have 48 hours to respond to our email and/or phone call. After 48 hours of no response, your space will be given to the next family on our waitlist.
Our facility license number with the California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing Division is 198021019.
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Our preschool is currently offering full-time child care (3-5 days) at the regular monthly tuition rate. There are half day programs 8:30am –11:30am or full day options from 7:30am – 5:30pm
Click Here to See Tuition Rates
Do I have to pay for snacks and lunch?
The TCUSD’s Food Services Department will provide lunch and snacks to the children in our program at no additional cost. Children enrolled in our Full-Day Program will be offered an AM snack, lunch, and PM snack. Children enrolled in the Half-Day Program will be offered a snack.
How old does my child have to be to attend TCELA?
Children must be 3-5 years old to attend our preschool.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Yes, all students enrolled in our tuition-based program must be fully potty-trained. Fully potty-trained is when a child no longer needs diapers or pull-ups, initiates going to the restroom, and wipes himself/herself.
Students enrolled in the Special Day Class (SDC) are not required to be potty-trained. Should you have further questions regarding services provided by the Special Education Department, please call (626) 548-5020
What is the classroom ratio at TCELA?
TCELA’s tuition-based preschool will follow the Title 22 regulations of one adult to twelve children (1:12).
Where is the preschool located?
The Temple City Early Learning Academy (TCELA) is located at
9229 Pentland St., Temple City, CA 91780
Are we able to tour the preschool?
Yes, please call our office to set up an appointment to tour our preschool (626) 548-5210. You may also email us at tcela@tcusd.net
Do I have to be a resident of Temple City for my child to attend TCELA?
As of September 2023, families do not have to be a resident of Temple City to attend TCELA. We would like to encourage all interested families to submit their application and/or get on our waitlist. Children do need to be 3 years old and potty trained.
Can my child attend only 1 or 2 days a week?
Our preschool is currently offering full-time child care (3-5 days) at the regular monthly tuition rate.
Do I have to pay for snacks and lunch?
The TCUSD’s Food Services Department will provide lunch and snacks to the children in our program at no additional cost. Children enrolled in our Full-Day Program will be offered an AM snack, lunch, and PM snack. Children enrolled in the Half-Day Program will be offered a snack.
When is enrollment for preschool?
Please visit our website for our open enrollment windows.
How old does my child have to be to attend TCELA?
Children must be 3-5 years old to attend our preschool.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Yes, all students enrolled in our tuition-based program must be fully potty-trained. Fully potty-trained is when a child no longer needs diapers or pull-ups, initiates going to the restroom, and wipes himself/herself.
Students enrolled in the Special Day Class (SDC) are not required to be potty-trained. Should you have further questions regarding services provided by the Special Education Department, please call (626) 548-5020
What is the classroom ratio at TCELA?
TCELA’s tuition-based preschool will follow the Title 22 regulations of one adult to twelve children (1:12).
What are the teacher qualifications for TCELA?
Our Preschool Instructors are required to be CPR and First Aid certified and hold a current Associate Teacher Permit (or higher) from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). Our Preschool Paraprofessionals are required to be CPR and First Aid certified and have a minimum of 12 Child Development/Early Child Development units.
What is TCELA’s curriculum?
Our preschool has adopted The Creative Curriculum®, a research-based curriculum that focuses on the whole child. These lessons and activities align with the framework from the California State Preschool Learning Foundations. This curriculum’s design supports our students with development and learning in the areas of social-emotional, cognitive, math, science, reading readiness, and creative art.
Where can I learn more about TCELA?
Parents can visit our website at TCELA to view our preschool’s philosophy, assessment, tuition, parent handbook, and more.
Are there any tuition assistance programs?
Our program works in conjunction with different subsidized programs. If a family qualifies through the program, TCELA will agree to accept the subsidized payment from them. Once a family has been approved, and space is available in our program, we would require a one-month tuition deposit (at the time of enrollment). This amount can be refunded at the end of the school year, once all payments have been received from the subsidized program. TCELA does not have any influence on outside program policies or procedures, including qualifications or waitlists/timelines. Please Tuition Information for more information.
My child currently receives speech and language services. Can he/she enroll into TCELA?
Yes, as long as your child meets our eligibility requirements, he/she will be able to register for our tuition-based preschool. Should you have further questions regarding services provided by the Special Education Department, please call (626) 548-5020.
Are there any discounts available for TCELA?
We offer a 10% sibling discount for the older sibling attending TCELA.
Permanent TCUSD Staff can receive up to a 10% discount on their tuition.
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Our preschool is currently offering full-time child care (3-5 days) at the regular monthly tuition rate. There are half day programs 8:30am –11:30am or full day options from 7:30am – 5:30pm
Click Here to See Tuition Rates
Do I have to pay for snacks and lunch?
The TCUSD’s Food Services Department will provide lunch and snacks to the children in our program at no additional cost. Children enrolled in our Full-Day Program will be offered an AM snack, lunch, and PM snack. Children enrolled in the Half-Day Program will be offered a snack. -
How old does my child have to be to attend TCELA?
Children must be 3-5 years old to attend our preschool.Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Yes, all students enrolled in our tuition-based program must be fully potty-trained. Fully potty-trained is when a child no longer needs diapers or pull-ups, initiates going to the restroom, and wipes himself/herself.
Students enrolled in the Special Day Class (SDC) are not required to be potty-trained. Should you have further questions regarding services provided by the Special Education Department, please call (626) 548-5020What is the classroom ratio at TCELA?
TCELA’s tuition-based preschool will follow the Title 22 regulations of one adult to twelve children (1:12). -
Where is the preschool located?
The Temple City Early Learning Academy (TCELA) is located at
9229 Pentland St., Temple City, CA 91780Are we able to tour the preschool?
Yes, please call our office to set up an appointment to tour our preschool (626) 548-5210. You may also email us at tcela@tcusd.netDo I have to be a resident of Temple City for my child to attend TCELA?
As of September 2023, families do not have to be a resident of Temple City to attend TCELA. We would like to encourage all interested families to submit their application and/or get on our waitlist. Children do need to be 3 years old and potty trained.Can my child attend only 1 or 2 days a week?
Our preschool is currently offering full-time child care (3-5 days) at the regular monthly tuition rate.Do I have to pay for snacks and lunch?
The TCUSD’s Food Services Department will provide lunch and snacks to the children in our program at no additional cost. Children enrolled in our Full-Day Program will be offered an AM snack, lunch, and PM snack. Children enrolled in the Half-Day Program will be offered a snack.When is enrollment for preschool?
Please visit our website for our open enrollment windows.How old does my child have to be to attend TCELA?
Children must be 3-5 years old to attend our preschool.Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Yes, all students enrolled in our tuition-based program must be fully potty-trained. Fully potty-trained is when a child no longer needs diapers or pull-ups, initiates going to the restroom, and wipes himself/herself.
Students enrolled in the Special Day Class (SDC) are not required to be potty-trained. Should you have further questions regarding services provided by the Special Education Department, please call (626) 548-5020What is the classroom ratio at TCELA?
TCELA’s tuition-based preschool will follow the Title 22 regulations of one adult to twelve children (1:12).What are the teacher qualifications for TCELA?
Our Preschool Instructors are required to be CPR and First Aid certified and hold a current Associate Teacher Permit (or higher) from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). Our Preschool Paraprofessionals are required to be CPR and First Aid certified and have a minimum of 12 Child Development/Early Child Development units.What is TCELA’s curriculum?
Our preschool has adopted The Creative Curriculum®, a research-based curriculum that focuses on the whole child. These lessons and activities align with the framework from the California State Preschool Learning Foundations. This curriculum’s design supports our students with development and learning in the areas of social-emotional, cognitive, math, science, reading readiness, and creative art.Where can I learn more about TCELA?
Parents can visit our website at TCELA to view our preschool’s philosophy, assessment, tuition, parent handbook, and more.Are there any tuition assistance programs?
Our program works in conjunction with different subsidized programs. If a family qualifies through the program, TCELA will agree to accept the subsidized payment from them. Once a family has been approved, and space is available in our program, we would require a one-month tuition deposit (at the time of enrollment). This amount can be refunded at the end of the school year, once all payments have been received from the subsidized program. TCELA does not have any influence on outside program policies or procedures, including qualifications or waitlists/timelines. Please Tuition Information for more information.My child currently receives speech and language services. Can he/she enroll into TCELA?
Yes, as long as your child meets our eligibility requirements, he/she will be able to register for our tuition-based preschool. Should you have further questions regarding services provided by the Special Education Department, please call (626) 548-5020.Are there any discounts available for TCELA?
We offer a 10% sibling discount for the older sibling attending TCELA.
Permanent TCUSD Staff can receive up to a 10% discount on their tuition.
