🎓 Educational Program
At Manzanita, learning happens naturally and joyfully. Our program is thoughtfully designed to meet every stage of early childhood development, combining one-on-one instruction, active learning, games, dance, music, and sensory experiences.
We provide a warm, home-like setting where each child receives individualized attention and care.
Our program includes:
- Native Spanish-speaking and bilingual teachers
- Home-like classroom with a safe and nurturing environment
- Individual and small group learning
- Age-appropriate curriculum, including sign language for infants
- Varied learning strategies for each stage of development
- Meal program supervised by FSSA to ensure quality and nutrition
- Daily updates through MyBrightwheel
👶 Infants (3 - 18 months)
At Manzanita, we believe that the earlier children are exposed to a second language, the more natural and effective their learning will be.
Our infant program supports language development, fine and gross motor skills, cognitive growth, and social-emotional development, all within a loving and consistent routine.
🚶♀️ Toddlers (18 - 24 months)
Our toddlers explore, play, and learn immersed in Spanish.
Following The Creative Curriculum, aligned with Indiana Early Learning Standards, children participate in age-appropriate games, music, art, and sensory activities that strengthen motor, cognitive, and social skills while expanding their Spanish vocabulary and comprehension.
🌱 Three-School (2 – 3 years)
Small, personalized classes allow our native Spanish-speaking teachers to focus on each child’s unique needs.
Using The Creative Curriculum, aligned with Indiana standards, children explore 36 topics throughout the year—colors, shapes, letters, numbers, and syllables in Spanish. They strengthen fine and gross motor skills, social development, and cognitive growth, preparing for Preschool.
🎨 Preschool (3 - 4 years)
Our preschool program combines personalized teaching with creative and structured activities.
Using the Creative Curriculum, based on Indiana Early Learning Standards, children learn 40 topics throughout the year, including letters, numbers, and Spanish vocabulary. They build critical thinking skills, self-confidence, and curiosity to prepare for the next stage.
📖 Pre-Kindergarten (4 - 5 years)
In this stage, children develop pre-reading skills in Spanish, expand their understanding of math, and strengthen fine and gross motor skills.
Through the Creative Curriculum, aligned with Indiana Standards, we foster a love for learning, curiosity, and strong readiness for Kindergarten.
🏫 Kindergarten (5 years)
Our highly qualified educators hold bachelor’s degrees and teach according to the Indiana Kindergarten Standards.
Students learn Math, Science, Art, and Social Studies in Spanish, as well as reading and language arts through RazKids, in small groups that allow personalized instruction and engagement.
🌞 After School Program (5 - 11 years)
We provide academic support in homework, math, and reading—in both English and Spanish—to reinforce confidence and bilingual skills.
Our goal is to help children continue growing academically while feeling proud and secure as bilingual learners.
☀️ Summer Program (5 - 12 years)
Eight weeks full of fun, energy, and creativity!
Our Summer Program includes extracurricular activities, sports, dance, art, and academic enrichment in math and language.
A wonderful educational experience that children truly enjoy while continuing to learn and explore.
Parent Testimonials
💛 Why Families Love Manzanita
✅ Safe, nurturing, bilingual environment
✅ Passionate, qualified native teachers
✅ Strong academic and social foundation
✅ Individualized care and attention
✅ Daily parent communication via MyBrightwheel