Madeleine Rogin, Early Childhood Education Principal
madeleinerogin@berkeley.net
(510) 644-4533
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Take a Virtual Tour of our Preschools!
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Please choose a day for a 30 minute tour of one of our preschools. These tours are adults only. Please reach out to Principal Madeleine Rogin at 510.644.4533 with any questions. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you!
About the Berkeley Child Development Centers (CDC)
The Berkeley Child Development Centers (CDC) serve students from Berkeley and surrounding communities. More than 20% of BUSD preschool students qualify and participate in our Head-Start Program. In addition to students served by the state funded Child Development Funds, approximately 50 students participate in the BUSD Special Education Program in a variety of settings including full inclusion, integrated and special day classes.
Program Philosophy
The Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD) Early Childhood Education Department provides preschool programs that nurture young children’s physical, cognitive, social and emotional development, as well as develop kindergarten school readiness skills, empower families and respect the cultural and linguistic diversity and unique characteristics of our families.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to create a safe and nurturing environment where all children are supported in their development of academic excellence, emotional security, healthy living, and self-expression.
Goal and Objectives
- Our goal is to provide a high quality, comprehensive preschool educational program for all eligible children and their families.
- We are committed to providing an educational program and activities that facilitate a child’s individual learning styles in physical, cognitive, social and emotional development.
- We strive to have centers which provide a warm, safe, and nurturing environment for young children, so that they can develop a sense of trust and belonging.
- We work to provide an environment where teachers ensure children feel safe, and where children are encouraged to explore materials as well as relationships with peers and adults that help in developing their learning experiences in a racially integrated, linguistically diverse environment.
Enrollment
To apply, please fill out our initial application here. The 24-25 income ceiling for families is available here.
School Information
Franklin Preschool
1460 Eighth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
510-644-6339
Email: maurablanco@berkeley.net
1939 Ward Street, Berkeley, CA 94703
510-644-6358
Email: margowilson@berkeley.net
Hopkins Early Childhood
1810 Hopkins Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
510-644-8939
Email: delialopezcaloca@berkeley.net
King Child Development Center (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)
1939 Ward Street, Berkeley, CA 94703
510-644-6358
Email: margowilson@berkeley.net
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