Eustolia Aispuro
Director and teacher
Runs Yucca and leads the fours group. She grew up on the border, between Ciudad Juárez and El Paso. She speaks Spanish with the children and answers families in Spanish or English.
Spanish-first preschool · Canutillo, Texas
The day starts in Spanish, with the family at the door
Yucca is a preschool for children ages 2, 3 and 4. The teachers speak Spanish with the children through the day, and Spanish or English with families, whichever they prefer. Hellos happen at the door: grandmothers, mothers and fathers arrive, and the day starts with a hug.
Our programs
Groups by age and schedule
Three age groups and three schedules, Monday to Friday.
| Ages | Adults to children | Group size | Three mornings8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Monday, Wednesday and Friday | Five mornings8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Monday to Friday | Full day8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Monday to Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twos group2-year-olds | 1 adult to 9 children | 18 | Offered | Offered | Not offered |
| Threes group3-year-olds | 1 adult to 11 children | 22 | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Fours group4-year-olds | 1 adult to 15 children | 22 | Offered | Offered | Offered |
Fees and what each is for
- Registration
- Opens your family's file and covers the forms and the first week's materials. It is paid once, when you enroll.
- Monthly tuition
- It depends on the child's age and the schedule you choose. We go over the figures at the tour.
- Lunch and snack
- Lunch on the full day and the morning snack.
- Materials
- Paper, paint, books and art supplies for the classroom.
- Outings
- Nearby walks and visits, with the family's written permission.
Sample programs.
A day
A day in Spanish
What the children hear, sing and read between arrival and pickup.
Arrival and hello
At the door the greeting is in Spanish: good morning, a hug and the plan for the morning. Families who prefer English are answered in English.
The whole day
Story and songs
On the rug, the teacher reads aloud, sings and lets the children point at the pictures and repeat the words. The books are in Spanish, and some are in English.
Mealtime at the table
Meals are at small tables, with adults sitting alongside. The talk is about what is on the plate: the colors, the tastes and who pours the water.
The team
Who talks with your children
The three people who lead the groups speak Spanish with the children through the day, and answer families in Spanish or English.
Hipolita Rabago
Teacher of the threes group
Leads the threes group and the story corner. She speaks Spanish with the children through the day and answers families in English.
Anastasio Palencia
Teacher of the twos group
Leads the twos group and the morning music. He speaks Spanish with the children and with families, and English too.
The year
Enrollment and year dates
We give the exact dates at the tour; these are the months.
- Tour
Tours by appointment
All year
A morning to see the classrooms, meet the teachers and hear the day's Spanish. You are welcome to bring your child.
- Applications open
Fall enrollment opens
February
We write to the families on the waitlist first.
- Open house
Evening for new families
April
The teachers answer your questions, in Spanish or English.
- First day
First day of school
August
- Event
Spanish story night
October
Families come to hear the week's stories.
- Closed
Winter break
December
Sample dates.
License and safety
License, adults per child and daily routines
The state license, the adults for each group of children and what we do at arrival, at meals and in the yard.
License
Licensed by HHSC, Regulación del Cuidado Infantil
Child care license · TX License # 000000Verify
Adults to children
1 adult to 9 children
2-year-olds
Group size: 18
1 adult to 11 children
3-year-olds
Group size: 22
1 adult to 15 children
4-year-olds
Group size: 22
Group size
Up to 22 children
with 2 adults
Ages 2 years to 4 years
Staff checks and training
- Background checks
- CPR and first aid
- Mandated reporter training
- Food handler training
Safety routines
Arrival and pickup
Each child is handed over and picked up at the door, with a teacher. A child leaves only with the people the family listed in writing, and we ask for ID from anyone we do not know.
Counting children
We count the children on arrival, going out to the yard, coming back and at pickup. One person counts and another confirms.
Sun and water
The yard has shade, and each child drinks water before going out, midmorning and when coming back in. In strong heat, play moves indoors.
Meals
The week's menu is posted for families. If your child has an allergy, tell us at the tour; we ask privately once you enroll.
First aid
Each group has staff trained in CPR and first aid, and a kit within the teachers' reach.
Who comes into the classroom
Visitors come in with a teacher or the director and sign in on arrival. Tours are by appointment.
Ask us about child care assistance
Sample details.
Families
What families say
“At the door they talk to me in Spanish, and to my mother, who lives with us, too. She feels at home when she comes to pick up our daughter.”
Bonifacia R.Parent of a three-year-old
“I speak more English than Spanish, and the teachers explain everything in both languages. My son comes home singing songs I did not know.”
Prisciliano T.Parent of a four-year-old
“I asked on WhatsApp on a Sunday and they answered early Monday. The tour went just as they had described it.”
Atilano M.Parent of a two-year-old
Sample reviews.
Questions
Write to us
Tell us your child's age and the schedule you are interested in. You can write to us on WhatsApp, text or call.
WhatsApp and text(915) 555-0109
Phone(915) 555-0109
Hours
- Monday to FridayToday
- 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Saturday and SundayToday
- Closed