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Tahoe Expedition Academy

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

9765 Schaffer Mill Rd, Truckee, CA 96161

Visit website ↗(530) 546-5253Directions ↗Licensed for 15
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
10/13/2023
Total visits
4

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

Tahoe Expedition Academy's Pre-K Adventure Program serves 4 and 5-year-old children with adventure-based learning integrated within an academic environment. The full-day program focuses on numeracy, literacy, and social/emotional skills through developmentally appropriate routines that include interaction with the natural world.

Philosophy
Constructive Adversity - integrating adventure-based learning within an academic environment to instill confidence and achievement. Students interact with the natural world and cultivate deeper learning while developing numeracy, literacy, and social/emotional skills.
Ages served
4 and 5-year-old children (Pre-Kindergarten)
Outdoor
Adventure-based learning integrated throughout daily instruction; year-end Challenge Hike (6-mile journey); regular outdoor interaction with the natural world

Programs

  • •Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K Adventure Program)
  • •Full day program with scheduled rest/nap period

Highlights

  • ✓Challenge Hike - 6-mile year-end adventure where Pre-K students are paired with 6th-grade buddies
  • ✓Adventure-based learning aligned with California Preschool Early Learning Foundation Standards
  • ✓Constructive Adversity educational model
  • ✓Experienced Crew Leaders focusing on whole-child development

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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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