About House of Tykes

Chandara Sunder

 

Executive Director/ Early Childhood Educator

Having lived in the United States for more than 10 years, my family and I moved from the East Coast to the Bay Area in 2014. With an educational background in architecture and design, I first connected with early childhood education by designing spaces where young children live and learn. Inspired by the remarkable development of my own three children and by children’s natural curiosity, I gradually shifted my focus to spending more time learning about early childhood and working directly with young learners. Through this journey, I discovered my true passion lies in nurturing and supporting the growth of young minds.

I believe that PLAY and STRUCTURE are the magic words, and the key is finding the right balance between the two. I strive to provide this balance through the experiences we create for the children. All our programs focus on the development of the whole child, with a strong emphasis on social-emotional growth and self-help skills. Hands-on experiences in safe yet stimulating environments, paired with consistent routines, provide children with a strong foundation to navigate challenges such as self-regulation, separation anxiety, peer conflicts, and problem-solving.

Vision Statement

House of Tykes will ensure that every child in our program continues their love for learning by reaching their full potential. When they complete House of Tykes they will be prepared for Kindergarten academically, socially, physically, and emotionally. Our Tykes will become life-long learners fostered by qualified teachers, a safe environment, implementation of evidence-based teaching practices, and the promotion of positive teacher child interactions.

Our Staff

Director

Aracely Vega

Employed Since 2002

Assistant Director

Peggy Schmidt

Employed Since 2005

Teacher

Hannah Williams

Employed Since 2020

Teacher

Umayma El-Amin

Employed Since 2019

Teacher

Jessica Meyer

Employed Since 2012

Teacher

Esther Sepulveda

Employed since 2024

Teacher

Chari Caglia

Employed Since 2011

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217 N. 3Rd Ave.
Oakdale CA. 95361

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