Hi! My name is Karen Nguenti and I have been working in Early Childhood Education since 1989. I have worked in every aspect of this business and still have the same passion for children that I have always had. I believe children are incredible, and I am privileged to be a part of a child’s life even if it is just for a moment.
Our proprietary PA curriculum fully integrates music, dance, and theater into our age appropriate development standards through classes and Broadway style productions.
Keeping our children safe is our top priority and we take it very seriously. Our schools are sanitized daily and comprehensive safety protocols have been implemented.
Learning Through Life Experiences allows a child’s learning to become experimental, imaginative and sensory based. Our pedagogical approach is to learn through these real life experiences, such as emergency services, health and nutrition, etc.
Our children are continuously nurtured by exceptional teachers and caregivers along with age appropriate educational materials for kinesthetic, audial, visual, and touch learners.
Our children exceed the entry level academic expectations of elementary schools in the community so that they are well prepared for their transition into their next phase of learning.
In this class we brighten up the world by helping our youngest children discover their senses, explore their surroundings, nurture their development and celebrate their milestones. From one-on-one interactions that help build nurturing relationships in everyday moments to age-appropriate books to support speech and language development, our classrooms provide the ideal setting for the youngest children. We are also encouraging children to work on finger painting, music, and pretend play to spark creativity while also exposing them to structures to help with perceptual motor development. When children leave this classroom they will have a Brighter Beginning to the world around them.
Our classroom provides an ideal environment to foster individual development and self-help skills. We use a scaffolded approach to learning through systematically building on students’ experiences and knowledge as they are acquiring new skills in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks. Their curious minds are exposed to an enriched curriculum focusing on language development by using pictures, books and basic academics in their environment. Following simple instructions is implemented through circle time, story time, art, and curriculum projects. Besides the social, emotional development, we also focus on developing fine motor skills through fun and sensory activities. Our Little Explorers are ready to put to practice their newfound independence by exploring their surroundings as they come with a Brighter understanding of their world around them.
Our kindergarten curriculum focuses on developing foundational skills that prepare students for later learning in the areas of math, science, social studies and language arts.
My son Tyson has gone to Building Kidz since he was 10 months old and is now a bit over 4 years old. I really liked our teachers over the years, who have both looked after him and genuinely care about his growth and development. I felt comfortable leaving him at Building Kidz while I worked full time. One of my favorite things that they've implemented is the use of an app that allows me to see hourly pictures and videos of my son while I'm at work. It's very reassuring to see what activities my son is doing, what meals and snacks he's gotten, and how his naptime has been for a fairly anxious first time mom like myself. I also loved that there is some curriculum and structured activities every day to promote learning or has a holiday theme. During the summer sometimes they will have bounce house days, inflatable pool days, and BBQs for the kids. Their playground area is very large-there is an area for each age and classroom. I also like that they incorporate music lessons, art time, dance teachers, and theater into the weekly schedule.
We have been at Building Kidz for almost 3 months now, and we still love it. I can't say enough about the teachers in the infant/toddler room - they are absolutely amazing! The place is cleaned nightly by a cleaning crew, and I always see the teachers cleaning as well - so the cleanliness and sanitation is top notch. We are so happy to have found Building Kidz - we hope to have another little one in the next few years, and I already know where his/her daycare will be!!
Ah Building Kidz. You deserve 10 stars and beyond. I didn't know how much I really appreciated the school, the staff, and the curriculum. Recently planning to move, so I toured about 5-6 schools in the east bay, mainly in Castro Valley and Hayward area. And base on their Yelp reviews (4.5 stars to 5 stars), you would assume the school can be comparable. Oh man I was totally wrong. I have not seen ONE school as good as Building Kidz.
When you choose Building Kidz as your partner in the development of your child, you are making a decision which will benefit children you may never meet.
As a franchisor, Building Kidz Worldwide dedicates 25% of profits to helping underprivileged children at home and around the world. Through our non-profit, Building Futures Worldwide, we help orphaned and abandoned children, children with hearing disabilities or vision impairment, and children with juvenile diabetes.
Hi! My name is Sangita Hingorani and I am the owner of Building Kidz of Concord.
I joined Building Kidz in April of 2017 to pursue my passion for children and establish a world-class preschool campus in Concord.
Karen Nguenti
Director
Hi! My name is Karen Nguenti and I have been working in Early Childhood Education since 1989. I have worked in every aspect of this business and still have the same passion for children that I have always had.
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Ready to get started? Schedule a one-on-one meeting with Building Kidz of Concord to get a personalized tour. See our classrooms and ask any questions you need. We can help your family thrive!
Are you wondering where the best preschool or childcare in Concord is? With a campus that boasts three large play yards, plus a separate yard just for toddlers, the answer is clearly Building Kidz of Concord.
How are preschools reacting to the California wildfires? At Building Kidz of Concord, not only have we installed “Molekule” air purifiers in each of our classrooms, we have also added “Purple Air” air quality monitors, allowing us to monitor airborne particulate matter, both indoors and out.
Our enhanced security measures, including video cameras throughout our classrooms and playgrounds, touch pad entry, and advanced parent communication provided by Brightwheel, allow you to rest assured that your child is safe all day. If you are looking for a locally owned, community child care center that takes safety, security, and cleanliness seriously, look no further.
Our curriculum is a comprehensive arts-integrated learning program in which children develop skills and knowledge of math, literacy, music, arts, socialization, self-regulation and control, morality, fine and gross motor skills, and emotional expression – all while having fun!
Our curriculum is delivered by top-rate preschool teachers and committed support staff that has been dedicated to the Building Kidz of Concord mission for many years. They and we will continually strive to deliver unparalleled care and curriculum to local families and children.
Our performing arts integration includes two shows annually; Building Kidz of Concord students participate in a Broadway-style production in June and a winter recital in December.
Our mission is to deliver a world-class infant care, childcare, and preschool experience which results in children developing a deep passion for learning and connecting with the performing arts, while also demonstrating accelerated development of their confidence, commitment, and character.
Our philosophy is to develop the “whole child”. We focus on 6 key areas of development: emotional, social, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic. We create an environment where children are challenged intellectually and are engaged in an interest of lifelong learning through an intelligent integration of academics and performing arts.
Building Kidz of Concord is part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing kindergarten, preschool and childcare services to local area families. We are located at 5100 Clayton Road in the Vineyard Shopping Center and conveniently close to Ygnacio Valley Road.
Our philosophy, our arts-integrated curriculum for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarten children, and our commitment to our community and its families have made Building Kidz of Concord one of the top preschools and kindergartens in Concord.
If you are looking for a place where your child can grow to love learning, please visit us and see how our preschool and kindergarten program can give your child the best start possible.
