Who We Are

JoyFULL Learning Developmental Childcare and Preschool is a home and play-based learning program where a child’s early learning and education is joyful and meaningful. We seek to make every aspect of learning engaging and fun. We are driven by young children’s interest, curiosity and exploration. These are the necessary building blocks by which children become lifelong learners. Encompassing the child development theories of Erikson, Jean Piaget, Lev Vygostky, Urie Bronfenbrenner and other educators such as Lisa Delpit, Pedro Noguera, and Louise Derman-Sparks, we know that children learn by doing social interactions with their peers, adults and community. The aim of our program is for a child to have a joyful experience while developing and learning. In addition, we incorporate the Reggio Emilia approach (children expressing themselves in ways according to their personalities).

The aim of JLDCP is driven by meaningful relationships, engaging community, a sense of belonging and an exuberant experience of learning about the world joyfully. Honoring children as capable and active agents in their authentic learning experiences is our goal.

JoyFULL Learning Developmental Childcare and Preschool is a nonsectarian childcare and preschool which operates in an atmosphere of caring, respectful and acceptance of all people. We welcome and are committed to a community free of bias and discrimination based on race, creed, religion, national origin, abilities, sexual orientation or gender identity. By working closely with families, we aim to provide the safety net to support children’s need to identify and express their feelings and develop skills to problem-solve collaboratively with peers. We offer an anti-bias curriculum which recognizes and celebrates diversity.  

JoyFULL Learning Developmental Childcare and Preschool, LLC is owned and operated by Leora. She has over 19 years of experience working with young children as a preschool teacher, Early Childhood Educator, and consultant. She has acquired a wide variety of experience and strategies to effectively work with various organizations serving grades Pre-K-12th and managing multiple projects. She has much experience working with children, families and diverse communities. She demonstrates a passionate yearning to enhance the quality of lives of today's children and youth. She is an adjunct faculty for the Los Angeles Community College District. She's earned a M.A. in Human Development from Pacific Oaks College and B.A. in Communications from Howard University. Leora is also a current member of the (NAEYC) National Association for the Education of Young Children and Zero To Three organization.

Alejandra is excited to be a part of JoyFULL Learning Developmental Childcare & Preschool as a teacher's assistant. She is bilingual in Spanish and English. She’s fun, energetic, caring, and passionate. She has many years of experience caring for children, especially young children. She has worked in an elementary school as a teacher’s aide along with their afterschool daycare program. She has been a stay-at-home mom for many years and truly enjoyed it. She has learned how to care for and fulfill their needs in the most comforting and successful way. 

Victoria has five years of experience working with children and holds a Certificate in Associate Teaching. Passionate about fostering children's growth and development, she specializes in Early childhood education, Parent-teacher Communication, and Creating interactive Educational Apps. Victoria is dedicated to helping children thrive academically and socially.