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PROGRAMS AT LOTUS BLOOM DOWNTOWN

0-48 MONTH PLAYGROUP

Location: 555 19th Street, Unit 131. Oakland, CA 94612
Days & time: Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30AM-12:00PM,
​                     Fridays 9:30AM-11:00AM

Phone number: 510-735-9222   Email: info@lotusbloomfamily.org
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Parent-child program to foster bonding, social skills and early learning preschool experiences. Schedule includes free play, art, a light snack, circle and outdoor play. Includes monthly story time with a librarian, drumming, science and dance. Open to parents and caregivers with children under 48 months. Drop-ins welcomed. 

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DEVELOPMENTAL PLAYGROUP

Location: 555 19th Street, Unit 131. Oakland, CA 94612
Days & time: Tuesdays 9:30am-11:30am
Phone number: 510-735-9222 
Email: marcie@lotusbloomfamily.org

Playgroup that focuses on children with high needs. Our carefully planned curriculum helps children with social skills, self-regulation, fine/gross motor development and more.
REFERRALS ONLY.  


To qualify for enrollment in Lotus Bloom's Developmental Playgroup:
  • Children are between the ages 12 months - 5 years old.
  • Children who have been assessed using the Ages & Stages Questionaire (ASQ) or ASE-SE.
  • Children who have not previously been assessed for developmental concerns/services by the Regional Center of the East Bay or Oakland Unified School District and granted services.
  • Children who have been previously assessed for developmental concerns/services by the Regional Center of the East Bay or Oakland Unified School District and denied services.
  • To enroll in the Developmental Playgroup you are required to complete a Help Me Grow referral form.

TICKETING POLICIES

  • Lotus Bloom's drop-in policy is first come, first serve.
  • Lotus Bloom's daily capacity is 30 children, 60 total.
  • 15 families are enrolled, 15 are drop in families.
  • Arrive at 9:15AM to obtain a ticket to secure your slot. Doors open at 9:30AM. Each child will need a ticket to enter.
  • Each adult and each child must pay the daily rate.

PLAYGROUP POLICIES

  • Adult-child ratio: We request each adult accompany no more than 2 children. If you have a 3rd child, we recommend bringing another adult.
  • Cell phone policy: Please refrain from using cell phones at playgroup.
  • Circle time expectations: We ask parents to participate in singing with us. We do not allow toys or food during circle time.
  • Clean Up: During clean-up time, please model clean up for your child by joining us in putting toys away.
  • Discipline: Please do not spank your child or roughly pick your child up to discipline them at playgroup. If you need support, please ask a team member. Reminder: All Lotus Bloom team members are mandated reporters.
  • No peanuts: We are a peanut free facility. Please refrain from bringing peanut products.
  • Older siblings (ages 5+): We cannot accommodate siblings ages 5 and over.
  • Respect: Please respect all family's religion, culture, background, etc.
  • Sick child: If your child display signs of an illness (cough, fever, vomit, runny nose, etc), please keep them at home. They will be asked to leave.
  • Snacks: Please save snacks for snack time otherwise, your child may eat snack with you in the parent area or outside on the bench.
  • Time Outs: If your child needs to take a break from playing, you may sit with them in the parent area. A timer is available for usage.

CALENDAR

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Lotus Bloom
555 19th Street, Unit 131
Oakland, CA 94612

Tel: (510) 735-9222

Office Hours
please call to make an appointment 
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Monday - Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday: Closed
​Sunday: Closed



All photos are a gift of local photographer Emmalaine Berry
Lotus Bloom is a 501(c)3 non-profit. 51-0662715
​Copyright © 2018 Lotus Bloom - All Rights Reserved.
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    • San Antonio
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