In a heartwarming display of cultural pride and early education excellence, Beyond Pre-K in Spanish hosted another highly successful open house event last month. Current and prospective parents for the 2025-2026 academic year were left inspired by the remarkable progress of the young Spanish immersion students.
For over 21 years, Beyond Pre-K has been a cherished fixture at Culver City’s Alexander Park, offering a unique, multicultural education experience that helps young learners explore their world with an international flavor. At this recent open house, attendees had the opportunity to witness firsthand the impressive accomplishments of these young minds, who have quickly grasped the nuances of a second language through an immersive and engaging curriculum.
The program’s success is attributed to its dedicated teaching staff, with both Maestra’s, Vera Chang-García and Norma Sanchez being native Spanish speakers. Their authentic language skills and cultural insights have created an environment where children not only learn Spanish but also develop a deep appreciation for diverse traditions and global perspectives.
Parents and community members alike expressed enthusiasm and confidence in the program. The Beyond Pre-K experience invites children and their families into a deeply tactile and experiential program through gardening, cooking, visual and performing arts, games, and imaginary play.
The Maestra’s skillfully balance guided instruction with opportunities for free play and exploration, ensuring that every moment of the day, from washing hands to building sandcastles, observing a caterpillar, or simply getting a drink of water, is an authentic opportunity to engage the Spanish language. This seamless immersion experience fosters language acquisition very naturally.
Above all, the learning environment is grounded in the core values of kindness, generosity, forgiveness and love. “It’s a cherished part of our children’s childhood.” commented Sarah Hannallah, current parent and bilingual teacher at Calvary Christian School in the Pacific Palisades. “The dedication of the teachers and the natural approach to bilingual education make Beyond Pre-K a standout institution.”
As the school continues to pave the way for a future enriched with linguistic and cultural diversity, Beyond Pre-K remains committed to providing an exceptional educational foundation for its students. The open house not only showcased academic milestones but also highlighted the vibrant community spirit that has flourished at this long-standing institution.
For more information on enrollment for both Summer and Fall programs interested families are encouraged to visit the Beyond Pre-K website at Home l Beyond Pre-K in Spanish or the registration office at Vets Park in Culver City. The telephone number to the office is (310) 253-6650.