Little Big Pre-School

Facility Number: 304371456

We Are Open For Enrollment!

Little Big refers to the Little Angels with Big Dreams, and also our commitment to facilitate valuable exchanges between parents and their children. We agree with Reggio Emilia, that the first teacher is the parent(s), the second the teacher, and the third, the environment.


Mission Statement

Little Big Preschool in Aliso Viejo in Orange County, CA seeks to provide affordable and quality childcare for children between the ages of 2-6. We are a school that cares about children’s physical, cognitive, and social emotional development. The teachers of this program strive to learn about the interests of the children and we base our lessons and activities around that. We also aim to get to know each family on a personal level so that we can better meet the needs of their children.

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Vision Statement

At Little Big, we are passionate about providing a safe, developmentally appropriate, and fun learning environment for all children. We believe that every child is capable of learning and we aim to help each child be the best they can be academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.

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little big’s goal:

LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR kids to EXCEL IN kindergarten BY EXCEEDING the CA preschool learning foundations

 
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Academic Learning

-Phonics learning (sounding out letters/words)
-Recognize and write own first and last name
-Dolch sight words learning (pre-primer and primer)
-Being able to count up to 100
-Familiar with basic shapes
-Familiar with primary and secondary colors

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Social/Emotional Development

-Problem solving skills
-Positive social interactions with peers

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Creative Expression

-Expressing creativity through art and movement
-Imaginary play

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Physical development

-Gross and fine motor development
-Daily participation in physical activity

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Health and Nutrition

-Healthy eating habits
-Proper hygiene habits

Staff

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Susan Dunn, Administrator

A graduate with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration (BBA) from NUS, Singapore, Susan is passionate about families. This passion is what led her to found Little Big Pre-school. She believes that school should be an extension of the home and be a support to parents so that together they may raise up the next generation of problem solvers and world changers in a wholesome and encouraging environment. Susan is married to Derek Dunn and they have 3 beautiful children.

Quote from Susan,

“We believe that every child has big potential and we need to invest in them and nurture that potential. This is the ethos of Little Big Pre-school.”

 
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Sarah Holifield, Director

Sarah is the director and main teacher of Little Big. She has been working with kids of all ages for the last 13 years. She is a graduate of California State University Fullerton where she earned her degree in child development and dance. She also received her teaching credential in Physical Education for grades K-12 with an emphasis in Dance. Sarah has a passion for teaching kids and helping them develop academically, physically, socially, and emotionally in a positive environment where kids are excited to learn and enjoy coming to class each day.

Quote From Sarah,

“I believe that every child is unique and special. It brings me so much joy and excitement to figure out what kids are interested in and bring those interests to the classroom. It’s amazing to me how much growth can happen in such a short amount of time; especially with the pre-school age. I look forward to meeting your children and being able to take part in their development at Little Big.“

 
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Arianna Torres, OFFICE MANAGER

Arianna is the Office Manager of City Harvest Church and Little Big Pre-School. She is the eldest of 6 siblings and was born and raised in Moreno Valley, CA. She is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine with two Bachelor's degrees in Psychology & Social Behavior, and Public Health Policy. Arianna has a passion for her community and especially families. She believes a healthy community begins with a healthy family, especially children.

Quote From Arianna,

“The greatest legacy one can pass on to one's children and grandchildren is not money or other material things accumulated in one's life, but rather a legacy of character and faith.”

  — Billy Graham, Evangelist.


Location: Alive Church, 27111 Aliso Creek Rd, Ste 100, Aliso Viejo, California 92656 | O: (949) 265-0440 ext. 700

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Location: Alive Church, 27111 Aliso Creek Rd, Ste 100, Aliso Viejo, California 92656 | O: (949) 265-0440 ext. 700

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