Business Details
48 Years
experience
Quality Preschool & Child Care Services in San Jose
At Atlc Pre School, we have dedicated ourselves to nurturing children's self-esteem since 1978. Our programs emphasize structured learning, personal responsibility, and preparation for kindergarten through age-appropriate activities. With decades of combined experience, our team maintains a low turnover rate, many being former students or parents who value our educational philosophy. We focus on creating a consistent, welcoming environment that fosters lifelong learning while maintaining strong community connections through multigenerational family involvement. 
Services
Preschool Programs
Jr. Kindergarten
K-5 Extended Care
Summer Camp
Enrichment Programs
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in early childhood education
- Our staff includes certified educators with decades of institutional knowledge
- We maintain a consistent teaching approach across generations
- Our programs include specialized enrichment activities in music and science
- We offer multigenerational family continuity through our alumni network
What people say
Wonderful personal touch
Eager to attend school
Extra hugs and encouragement
Perfect place for preschool
Two generations of family attendance
Services
Preschool Programs
Our preschool programs for 3-4 year olds focus on kindergarten readiness through structured activities. We combine phonemic awareness, mathematics, and science with creative arts and movement exploration. Our semi-structured curriculum helps children develop social skills while building academic foundations in a supportive environment.
Jr. Kindergarten
Designed for children with late summer/fall birthdays, our Jr. Kindergarten program bridges preschool and formal schooling. The curriculum emphasizes reading readiness, mathematical concepts, and social development to ensure smooth transition to kindergarten through age-appropriate learning activities.
Summer Camp
Our annual summer camp provides educational enrichment during school breaks. The program combines recreational activities with structured learning experiences that maintain academic engagement while offering social opportunities in a fun, supervised environment.
Enrichment Programs
We offer specialized enrichment programs in languages, music, movement, and science. These programs enhance core curriculum through weekly sessions that develop cultural awareness, motor skills, and scientific curiosity in age-appropriate formats.
Extended Care
Our extended care services provide supervised learning and recreational activities beyond regular school hours. The program supports working families while maintaining educational continuity through structured play and homework assistance for K-5 students.
People
Georgia Tyson
Founder
Georgia Tyson established A T.L.C. Preschool in 1978 with a vision for self-esteem focused early education. Her educational philosophy continues to guide the institution's approach to child development and learning.
Paula Walkup
President & Director
Paula Walkup has served as school president and director since 1989. With over 30 years of teaching experience at A T.L.C., she maintains continuity in implementing the school's educational philosophy and standards.
Jayne Tyson-Davilla
Program Director
Jayne Tyson-Davilla, daughter of founder Georgia Tyson, oversees program implementation. She brings decades of hands-on experience in early childhood education and maintains personal connections with multiple generations of families.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for children aged 3-5 in our preschool and Jr. Kindergarten classes, with extended care available through K-5.
How do you prepare children for kindergarten?
Our curriculum focuses on phonemic awareness, mathematics, and social skills development to ensure children are academically and socially prepared for formal schooling.
What is your staff retention rate?
We maintain very low teacher turnover with many staff members having worked here for decades, providing consistent educational approaches and institutional knowledge.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, we provide annual summer camp programs that combine educational enrichment with recreational activities for children during school breaks.
What enrichment activities are available?
We offer weekly programs in languages, music, movement, and science that complement our core curriculum and develop diverse learning skills.
