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TLC Public Charter School
Elementary, TK & Kindergarten at TLC — Where Learning Is Fun, Every Child Shines, and Curiosity Leads the Way!
Call 714-487-0593 To Talk With an Enrollment Coordinator
Enrollment for Grades TK & Preschool – 6th is Now Open!
We Are Diverse By Design
Leadership – Our goal is to shape and strengthen students through academics, curiosity, and SEL training, with leadership qualities that can steer them to their career of choice. We teach our students to lead with empathy, develop friendships, and be collaborative.
Equity – We are all human with different qualities. Our Goal is to teach students about the “real-world” outside the classroom walls. To acknowledge and accept that there is no standard of “normal” and to learn about the Natural Community.
Everyone – Every classroom has two assigned teachers, which allows all students to explore their creativity in our Arts & Music program, partake in interest-based assignments, and get the support they need in their academics.
“We want our students when graduating from TLC to have an understanding of them selves as a learner, as someone with emotions, and understand what career they want to pursue.”
Where Preschool, Kindergarten & Elementary Students Feel Right at Home
From their very first day, your child will be welcomed into a safe, nurturing environment that celebrates every learning style, culture, and background. Our caring bilingual staff makes it easy to stay connected, so you’re always part of your child’s educational journey.
At TLC, students enjoy:
- A welcoming, inclusive community for all learning levels, cultures, and backgrounds.
- Bilingual staff for easy communication with families.
- Enrichments in music and dance to inspire creativity and self-expression.
- Project-based learning that sparks curiosity and problem-solving skills.
- Support for every student to feel valued, comfortable, and encouraged to succeed.
Closing the Gap
At TLC, we’re dedicated to transforming futures by bridging gaps and equipping students with the skills they need to succeed.
- Impressive Growth: This year, our third-grade class achieved 122% and sixth-grade class achieved 173% annual typical growth in reading skills (I.Ready diagnostics).
- Significant Progress: Nearly 50% of these students started 2-3 grades below, but now many read at or just one grade below their expected level.
- EL Advancement: Over 7 English Language learners in each grade made 1-2 grade level improvements in reading by year-end.
- Kindergarten Success: Kindergarten classes saw 96% growth, a 20 point increase, with 70% finishing at or above grade level, equipped with strong foundational skills.
Building a Life for The Love Of Reading
At our Preschool, TK, and Elementary school, reading isn’t just a subject — it’s the heart of our classrooms. Every day, students dive into stories and texts that spark their imagination, strengthen their writing, and let their creativity blossom.
Our reading program is woven into the daily routine, using differentiated strategies so each learner gets the right level of support and challenge. From early letter recognition to confident chapter book reading, we guide every child on their unique reading journey.
With our brand-new library filled with engaging books for all ages, our ultimate goal is simple: to help every student discover the joy and passion that comes from reading.
Join Us for our Monthly Open Houses
Experience firsthand the unique atmosphere of TLC! Discover how we challenge and support each student to exceed expectations for learning, growth, and development.
At TLC, we’re dedicated to creating an educational experience that empowers students to explore their passions and achieve their full potential. Come visit us at our next open house and see how we’re shaping the future of education, one student at a time.
We Are Involved
TLC is identified as a California Community School, and an active partner in new research on inclusive education, social development, student voice, and diverse-by-design schooling.
- UCI-OCEAN Research Practice Partnership
- UCI Medical-CHOC
- Thompson Policy Institute, Chapman University
- CSU Fullerton
- UMass Boston