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About Cadence Academy Preschool in Sacramento, CA
At Cadence Academy Preschool, we understand that you want the best for your children and that is why we take great pride in providing a safe, warm, and attentive learning environment that allows you to feel confident leaving your child in our care. Each classroom is custom designed for infants, toddlers, and preschool children, providing the comfort and security of home yet the fun and excitement of preschool! Our safe playgrounds allow kids plenty of space to move about, explore, and enjoy the sunny California weather.
We are proud to lead the way in preparing children for kindergarten. Through our specialized curriculum and dedicated teachers, we strive to ensure that your child is not just ready for kindergarten, but ready to excel. In 2024, 100% of the Pre-K children assessed in our school demonstrated Readiness or Advanced Readiness for Kindergarten!
Programs Offered:
We specialize in caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our curriculum is rich with hands-on learning and daily experiences that are sure to make lasting memories.
- Infant Daycare (ages 6 weeks to 1 year)
- Toddler Daycare (ages 1 to 2)
- Early Childhood Learning (ages 2 to 3)
- Preschool (ages 3 to 4)
- Pre-Kindergarten (ages 4 to 5)
Our Philosophy
We understand how important the care and development of your child is to you. From our customized early learning curriculum to our specially designed classrooms to our credentialed and nurturing staff, we take every measure possible to provide the best for your child.
What Makes Us Unique
Our preschool teachers are highly qualified with years of experience. The pride our team has truly shows in the way their rooms glow with excitement and the way they interact with each child. Whether an art project, Spanish lesson, or singing and dancing session, our teachers keep kids active and engaged while still ensuring they’re developing cognitively, emotionally, socially, and physically. At Cadence Academy Preschool, we strive to make every day for your child one filled with learning, laughter, and fun! We can’t wait for you and your little one to become a part of the Cadence Academy Preschool Family!
Our Location
Our school is located at 1820 Alhambra Blvd, Suite 130, Sacramento, CA 95816. You’ll find us at the corner of S Street and Alhambra Blvd. We’re not far from the following grade schools: David Lubin Elementary, St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School, Merryhill Elementary, Courtyard Elementary, Theodore Judah Elementary School, and Washington Elementary.
Programs Offered
Infant Care
Our infant care program invites children starting at the age of six weeks up to 18 months. Though leaving your little one for the first time is a big step, our nurturing environment is designed to feel just like a home away from home. Choosing our program ensures your baby receives personalized attention that supports their earliest developmental milestones.
Toddler Care
Our toddler care program invites children starting at 12 months up to 3 years old. Though toddlers are full of boundless energy, our environment is designed to channel that curiosity into safe exploration. Choosing a program that balances hands-on learning with guided play is a key step in fostering your child’s emerging independence.
Preschool
Our preschool program invites children starting at 3 years up to 5 years old. Though we introduce early academic concepts, we believe that learning happens naturally through open-ended play. Choosing our preschool environment helps build the essential “I can do it” confidence that serves as a foundation for their future education.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-Kindergarten program invites children starting at 4 years up to 5 years old. Though the focus shifts to kindergarten readiness, we ensure the preparation remains engaging and stress-free. Choosing our specialized curriculum ensures your child is academically and socially prepared for a smooth transition to elementary school.
Our infant care program invites children starting at the age of six weeks up to 18 months. Though leaving your little one for the first time is a big step, our nurturing environment is designed to feel just like a home away from home. Choosing our program ensures your baby receives personalized attention that supports their earliest developmental milestones.
Our toddler care program invites children starting at 12 months up to 3 years old. Though toddlers are full of boundless energy, our environment is designed to channel that curiosity into safe exploration. Choosing a program that balances hands-on learning with guided play is a key step in fostering your child’s emerging independence.
Our preschool program invites children starting at 3 years up to 5 years old. Though we introduce early academic concepts, we believe that learning happens naturally through open-ended play. Choosing our preschool environment helps build the essential “I can do it” confidence that serves as a foundation for their future education.
Our Pre-Kindergarten program invites children starting at 4 years up to 5 years old. Though the focus shifts to kindergarten readiness, we ensure the preparation remains engaging and stress-free. Choosing our specialized curriculum ensures your child is academically and socially prepared for a smooth transition to elementary school.
Our Team
Meleakanesi Alex Faraimo
School Director
Meleakanesi Alex Faraimo is the Director of Cadence Academy Preschool – Farmers Market. Alex began her career in early childhood education over four years ago at the same school, starting as a preschool aide. She went on to become a Lead Teacher, then was promoted to Administrative Assistant, where she gained valuable operational experience. She later transferred to a sister school as Assistant Director, expanding her leadership skills and deepening her understanding of school management. Alex is proud to return to her original school as Director, bringing with her every lesson learned along the way.
What Meleakanesi loves most about early childhood education is the opportunity to make a positive impact during some of the most formative years of a child’s development. She values building relationships with children, supporting their growth, and partnering with families as they reach important milestones. As both a former teacher and a parent of four, Alex understands the importance of supporting educators and the trust families place in the school each day. She is committed to fostering a positive, welcoming, and supportive environment built on strong relationships, open communication, and teamwork — and she looks forward to providing the best possible experience for every child and family at Farmers Market.
Bailey Kopenheffer
Lead Pre-K Teacher (Safari Club)
Mr. Bailey is originally from a small town down in the Central Valley called Hanford but moved up North to attend UC Davis where he got his bachelor’s degree in Human Development with a minor in Sociology. He has been teaching preschoolers for nearly three years and half of that time has been at Cadence Academy Preschool. Mr. Bailey loves spending his days helping and molding the students in his class to become the amazing people they are meant to be. When he’s not teaching, he loves spending time with friends and family camping, hiking or just enjoying some authentic Mexican restaurants. One thing to know about him is that he absolutely loves music! It is a guarantee that Safari Club friends will always be ready for dance parties and silly games to help incorporate educational fun.
Johnnica Haley
Lead Infant Teacher (Teddy Bears)
Ms. Johnnica was born and raised in Sacramento but spent seven years living in Georgia before she returned to her hometown. She has her associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education and has been with Cadence Academy Preschool for eight years but has a total of 12 years of experience working with children. For the past two years, Ms. Johnnica has been the Lead Teacher in the Infant Room but enjoyed working in the other classrooms before settling in her home room with the babies. Ms. Johnnica’s favorite part about our school is the family-like environment that we provide to all the families and staff members and always looks forward to welcoming in newcomers. A fun fact about Ms. Johnnica is that she was an All-American swimmer in college and has years of experience as a swim coach and lifeguard. In her free time, she enjoys watching TV and spending time with her family.
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Childcare Schedule Options That Work With Your Life
Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family.
FlexiPass — New Flexible Care Option!
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
