Bonnie Academy

Bonnie Academy (preschool and kindergarten)

Private school · Ages 1–6

Bonnie Academy is a preschool and kindergarten at 534 West Glenoaks Boulevard in Glendale, serving children from 18 months through age six. Its website describes a developmental, whole-child approach built on hands-on learning and emotional security. A transitional kindergarten class serves children aged 4.9 to 6, and a healthy lunch is served every day. The school is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The website says tuition will not increase for the upcoming year, and an annual material fee applies: $50 for toddlers and 2s, $60 for preschool and 3s, and $85 for pre-K. The federal survey for 2023–24 lists it as nonsectarian with 12 students and 7 teachers. It suits Glendale families who want a small nonsectarian program from toddlers through kindergarten, with summer camp and family events.

• Private school
• 12 students
• Programs at school: Transitional kindergarten (TK)

Preschool, toddler care and transitional kindergarten

Preschool · Ages 1–6 · $240/week

Developmental, play-based preschool and child care in Glendale for children 18 months to 6 years, with a toddler program, preschool and pre-K classes, and a transitional kindergarten for ages 4.9 to 6. Children move among learning centers (dramatic play, art, library, science, sensory, manipulatives, blocks) and also get phonics, printing and math lessons. Teachers use a three-step problem-solving technique so children settle disagreements themselves. The center is open Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm, with a large shaded playground, two snacks a day and lunch available for $3 a day. Full-time tuition is $240 a week or $1,032 a month, part time and toddler rates are posted, drop-in is $80 a day, and registration is $150. It is vendored with Lanterman Regional Center for child day care. Tours are scheduled by phone.

• A childcare center
• What’s there: An outdoor play yard; Shade over the play area
• Programs at school: Transitional kindergarten (TK); Care after school; Care before school
• Schedules: Full day; Half day; Two or three days a week; Drop-in or hourly

• Full-time 4-5 days, $1,032 a month; full-time 2-3 days $210 a week; toddler program $275 a week; drop-in $80 a day; $150 registration fee; 10% sibling discount.
• Activities: Preschool and Infant & toddler care