El primer paso para las familias interesadas es conocer el ambiente y la filosofía de la escuela programando una visita.
Los padres deben enviar la información del estudiante a través de Brightwheel. Es nuestra plataforma de comunicación y el medio por el cual recibirán actualizaciones diarias. Se requiere el pago de una tarifa de solicitud para ser incluidos en la lista de espera.
Como parte de nuestro proceso de inscripción, observaremos a tu hijo en un entorno grupal para comprender mejor sus necesidades y cómo podemos apoyar su desarrollo.
Primera ronda: del 5 al 12 de diciembre de 2024
Segunda ronda: del 13 al 17 de enero de 2025
Tercera ronda: del 3 al 7 de febrero de 2025
Una vez que recibas la oferta, deberás enviar el formulario de inscripción junto con un depósito no reembolsable para asegurar el lugar. Para el programa de toddlers, los padres eligen la fecha de inicio, la cual será respetada por la escuela. En el programa preescolar, la inscripción comienza con el año escolar en agosto. Se aceptan inscripciones continuas según la disponibilidad de cupo y con matrícula prorrateada.
Después de procesar la inscripción, los padres asistirán a una sesión de orientación familiar con el director para repasar el manual para padres y resolver cualquier duda.
Esto incluye varios formularios y registros requeridos por la licencia, como la solicitud de admisión, el formulario de derechos personales, formularios de consentimiento, registros de inmunización, entre otros.
La estructura de tarifas de Open Minds Early School es fundamental para mantener el excepcional entorno de aprendizaje que ofrecemos.
Los documentos se envían a través del sistema de la aplicación Brightwheel. Recibirás un enlace después de la visita.
Explora nuestros planes de matrícula para el Programa Infantil, de 6 a 18 meses, diseñados para adaptarse a las necesidades y el horario de tu familia.
| Horario | Costo |
|---|---|
| Regular – 8am to 3:30pm | $34,200 Anual ($2,850/mes) |
Explora nuestros planes de matrícula para el Programa de Niños Pequeños, de 18 a 36 meses, diseñados para adaptarse a las necesidades y el horario de tu familia.
| Horario | Costo |
|---|---|
| Full Time – 7:30am to 6pm | $31,900 Anual ($2,658 / mes) |
| Regular Time – 8am to 3:30pm | $28,080 Yearly ($2,340 / mes) |
| Half Day – 8am to 12pm | $19,308($1,609 / mes) |
La tarifa por cambio de pañales se factura por separado, solo si es necesario: $150 al mes para jornada completa y regular, o $75 al mes para media jornada. Esta tarifa cubre el tiempo del personal y no incluye pañales ni toallitas húmedas.
Explora nuestros planes de colegiatura para el programa de Pre-Kínder, dirigido a niños de 3 a 5 años, diseñados para adaptarse a las necesidades y horarios de tu familia.
| Horario | Costo |
|---|---|
| Tiempo Completo – 7:30am to 6pm | $31,900 Anual ($2,658 / mes) |
| Regular – 8am to 3:30pm | $28,080 Anual ($2,340 / mes) |
| Medio Día – 8am to 12pm | $19,308($1,609 / mes) |
La tarifa por cambio de pañal se factura por separado, solo si es necesaria, con un costo de $150 al mes. Esta tarifa cubre el tiempo del personal encargado del cambio, pero no incluye pañales ni toallitas.
Explora nuestro plan de colegiatura para el programa After-School, desde TK hasta los 5 años, diseñado para adaptarse a las necesidades y horarios de tu familia.
| Días | Matrícula | Transporte |
|---|---|---|
| 5 días | $750 / mes | $350 |
| 3 días | $550 / mes | $300 |
| 2 días | $310 / mes | $250 |
At Open Minds Early School, we nurture young minds through a unique and innovative approach to early childhood education. Our school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning. With a focus on holistic development, we provide a range of programs tailored to meet the diverse needs and potential of each child, ensuring a supportive, engaging, and enriching educational experience.
Our admissions process is designed to be thorough yet straightforward, ensuring a perfect fit between our school’s ethos and your child’s individual needs. Join the Open Minds community today and unlock your child’s potential through engaging experiences that spark curiosity and foster development.
Our commitment to various learning styles creates an environment where every child’s learning style is recognized and supported, ensuring personalized and effective education.
Our team of educators hails from over six Spanish-speaking countries, bringing rich cultural and linguistic experiences and unique global perspectives to our classrooms.
We are proud of our inclusive, multicultural community. It’s a melting pot of cultures and ideas, encouraging students to embrace diversity, learn from one another, and grow as global citizens.
Name: Santiago Mones Ruiz
Classroom: All of them
Hometown: La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Hobbies: I love playing and studying chess, learning programming, cooking, hiking, skating, and practicing calisthenics.
Passion for Teaching: What excites me the most is teaching the universal language of music, which transcends any idiomatic barrier. I also love seeing how children remember the smallest things we teach them every day.
Favorite Snack: Dulce de leche, authentic gelato ice cream, granola, mixed nuts, tropical fruits.
Name: Elizabeth Valadez
Classroom: Sol
Hometown: Berkeley
Hobbies: Spending time with family and my dogs
Passion for Teaching: I believe that all students are unique and need a teacher that caters to their individual needs in a safe and stimulating environment. I want to create a classroom where students can flourish and explore to reach their full potential. My goal is also to create a warm, loving environment, so students feel safe to take risks and express themselves.
Favorite Snack: Chocolate pretzels
Name: Yuny Y. Hurtado
Classroom: I am a Psychopedagogist and Professor specializing in Learning Difficulties. Currently, I am part of the infant program.
Hometown: I grew up in Venezuela.
Hobbies: When I’m outside the classroom, I enjoy going to the movies, attending concerts, and playing cards.
Passion for Teaching: What I love about teaching is seeing the children’s faces light up when they understand a story or something you’re teaching them.
Favorite Snack: I love homemade cakes.
Name: Katherine Stefany Guadamuz Brizuela
Classroom: Floater
Hometown: Granada, Nicaragua. During vacations, I used to go to my grandparents’ estate.
Hobbies: Visiting my family, playing with my nephews, doing pedicures, reading books, and watching TV.
Passion for Teaching: I love seeing the ability children have to absorb what we teach them and knowing that we play a crucial role in the child’s development alongside the family.
Favorite Snack: I like green mango and banana.
Name: Lilian García
Classroom: Tierra
Hometown: I spent my childhood in Guatemala and my adolescence/adulthood in Oakland
Hobbies: I like spending time with my family & friends. I enjoy working out, going on nature walks, going to the movies, and drawing.
Passion for Teaching: What I love about teaching is that it doesn’t feel like work. Every day is fun and exciting, watching children’s creativity, curiosity, and imagination unfold. I love being able to provide them with knowledge that will help their growth and development. And I also get to learn from them.
Favorite Snack: Ruffles cheddar cheese or sour cream and onion, as well as ice cream.
Name: Nelly Balladarez
Classroom: Luna
Hometown: Granada, Nicaragua
Hobbies: Spending time with family, visiting new places, going out to eat.
Passion for Teaching: The evolution of children is a rewarding job. I also enjoy their development and learning.
Favorite Snack: Fruits.
Name: Majo
Classroom: Fuego
Hometown: Venezuela
Hobbies: Going to the gym.
Passion for Teaching: I enjoy being part of children’s growth. Early childhood shapes a person’s life, and knowing that I am contributing to the formation of future adults makes me very happy. Another thing I love about being a teacher is the connection you can create with your students. Being a teacher is one of the most amazing and rewarding jobs.
Favorite Snack: Melon, watermelon.
Name: Catherine Caraballo
Classroom: Tierra
Hometown: Bogotá, Colombia
Hobbies: Spending time with my children. I have two boys, one is 17 years old, and the other is 10. I enjoy going to church; I am a Christian.
Passion for Teaching: I like knowing that I will leave a lasting impact on each child. I also learn a little from each one of them.
Favorite Snack: Donuts, pastries, madeleines.
Name: Monica Rodriguez
Classroom: Chef
Hometown: Guatemala
Hobbies: Going to the park with my dog.
Passion for Teaching: Interacting with the children.
Favorite Snack: Fruits.
Name: Olga Coreas
Classroom: Estrella
Hometown: Jalisco, Mexico
Hobbies: Dancing Mexican folklore, singing, hiking, and enjoying walks in nature.
Passion for Teaching: I love seeing how kids learn, whether it’s little or big things, and how something simple for adults is a huge milestone for them. My favorite part of teaching is the love I share with my students.
Favorite Snack: Ice cream (vanilla, mango, pecan, and coffee flavors).
Name: Jesús Bolívar
Classroom: Supporting teachers and staff
Hometown: Valencia, Venezuela
Hobbies: Trail running and skiing with my family.
Passion for Teaching: Helping families and creating lifelong friendships.
Favorite Snack: Arepas and dark chocolate.
Name: Marta Manriquez
Classroom: Estrella
Hometown: Jalisco, Mexico
Hobbies: Traveling, exploring new places, dancing Zumba.
Passion for Teaching: I enjoy interacting with children and learning from them.
Favorite Snack: Coffee with bread.
Name: Myah Jhoselynn Bermudez
Classroom: Floater
Hometown: Mexico
Hobbies: Spending time with my family and friends. Shopping.
Passion for Teaching: Everything, especially the detailed activities.
Favorite Snack: Stuffed milanesa with pasta.
Name: Sinai Arias
Classroom: Agua
Hometown: Oakland, USA
Hobbies: I enjoy cooking and baking. I like to look up new recipes and learn new techniques in the kitchen. I also enjoy going on walks at the beach with my dog and playing with other puppy friends.
Passion for Teaching: I love getting to know each child’s different personality and creating a unique bond with each of them. I also enjoy seeing their individual growth throughout the year and how they reach milestones at their own pace.
Favorite Snack: I enjoy drinking coffee and trying new coffee shops and flavors. I also enjoy spicy foods, especially chips.
Name: Karen Hernandez
Classroom: All of them
Hometown: Venezuela
Hobbies: I enjoy doing pilates, playing padel, going to the gym, and hiking with my family. I also love traveling, exploring new places, reading, and continually learning.
Passion for Teaching: I love learning about children’s unique perspectives, and the little moments when a child excitedly shares their discovery. I also love sparking their creativity.
Favorite Snack: Milk chocolate, fruits, cookies, arepas, and teas (caffeine-free)
Name: Ana
Classroom: I work alongside the teachers to plan, design, and develop the curriculum, so I spend a little time in each classroom.
Hometown: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hobbies: Spending time with my family, Nico my husband, and my daughters: Alba and Francisca. Exercising. Going to the forest.
Passion for Teaching: When I’m in the classroom with the children, I lose track of time, and I’m passionate about observing what they are trying to learn for themselves. Supporting the questions they ask to explore what interests them is my favorite activity in the world.
Favorite Snack: Argentine pastries.
Name: Oscar José Solorzano Acevedo
Classroom: In charge of pick-ups in after school. Occasional assistant in the classrooms.
Hometown: Villa de Cura, Venezuela
Hobbies: Watching movies and sports events. Listening to music.
Passion for Teaching: The ability of children to learn when the motivation is good.
Favorite Snack: Chocolate cakes
Name: Silvia Rodríguez
Classroom: Agua
Hometown: Costa Rica
Hobbies: I enjoy exploring places full of nature. I like going on walks and doing crafts.
Passion for Teaching: I really enjoy seeing the changes and progress in children, both emotionally and academically.
Favorite Snack: Red fruits, yogurt, granola with seeds
Name: Blanca Soto
Classroom: Fuego
Hometown: Mexico
Hobbies: Hiking, trekking
Passion for Teaching: Helping children in their learning and developing their skills
Favorite Snack: Fruit
Name: Arahely Hernández
Classroom: Luna
Hometown: Guatemala
Hobbies: Reading books, cooking, exercising, listening to music, going to the movies, dining at nice places
Passion for Teaching: The innocence and light of children; also their creativity and energy, which is contagious. It’s beautiful to be part of the development of children.
Favorite Snack: Fruits and Cheetos
Name: Vicky
Classroom: Sol
Hometown: Guatemala
Hobbies: Going on outings with my children
Passion for Teaching: What I enjoy the most is seeing how children develop their skills. I also like seeing their progress and enjoy the moments spent with the children.
Favorite Snack: Carrot cake
Name: Claudia Santana Rodríguez
Classroom: None – I’m at the Front Desk
Hometown: I grew up in the Canary Islands, in an island called Gran Canaria.
Hobbies: Currently I’m pretty obsessed with padel, and whenever I have some free time, I head to Treasure Island to burn off some energy. Additionally, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, playing cards and board games, and traveling.
Passion for Teaching: It is very rewarding to see the children growing and developing at their own pace. Observing those moments when they are integrating new concepts, understanding, and blooming is really beautiful.
Favorite Snack: Kinder Bueno, sea salt kettle chips with Coke, and healthy snacks (hummus, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, bananas, and apples with Nuttzo).
Amy BIO
