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Dorris-Eaton School, The

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

1286 Stone Valley Road, Alamo, CA 94507

Visit website ↗(925) 837-7240Directions ↗Licensed for 90
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
2/2/2024
Total visits
3

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

The Dorris-Eaton Preschool serves children ages 2.9 to 4.9+ years on a park-like campus in Alamo, CA with a developmentally-sound program led by well-tenured early childhood educators. The program emphasizes exploration, discovery, and learning through art, science, Spanish, music, movement, and play to build school readiness skills.

Philosophy
Sharing, showing common courtesy, and working together form the basic springboard from which all activities flow. Preschool students are naturally curious and ready to absorb new ideas; the program guides children in their interactions with others while building self-esteem and fostering fascination with the world around them.
Ages served
2.9 to 4.9+ years old
Outdoor
5 park-like acres with multiple play areas and open spaces

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
  • •Junior Kindergarten (JK)
  • •Spanish program
  • •Music program
  • •Art program
  • •Summer Enrichment

Highlights

  • ✓12:1 student-to-teacher ratio
  • ✓6 unique classrooms decorated with student creations
  • ✓Vibrant Spanish program taught through conversation, art, and song
  • ✓Dedicated art teacher and inspiring music program

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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