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Far Northeast Heights
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Located in the heart of Far Northeast Heights, Little Corral Day School has been serving Albuquerque families as part of the ABQ Childcare family. Our dedicated team provides a safe, nurturing, and educationally rich environment for children at every stage of development.
7+ years · CDC · Associates in ECME
Clarissa began her career as a Lead Pre-K Teacher and was quickly promoted to Assistant Director, where she expanded her knowledge of management and gained valuable experience with state regulations. She has since advanced into a Director role, where she continues to grow as a leader while also supporting marketing efforts across all centers. Clarissa is currently completing her degree in Early Childhood Education, further strengthening her commitment to the field.
clarissa@abqchildcare.com
7+ years · CDC · Associates in ECME
Julian began his career as a floater and worked his way up to Lead Pre-K Teacher, where he spent many years setting a high standard of commitment to his students and their families. His dedication, initiative, and drive to continuously improve himself while supporting those around him earned him a promotion to Assistant Director. Julian continues to further his education as he grows in his leadership role.
julian@abqchildcare.comLittle Corral Day School is located on Constitution Avenue NE in Albuquerque's Far Northeast Heights, a growing family community with views of the Sandia Mountains. The center serves families in the NE Heights, Tanoan, High Desert, and Tramway areas. Parents value the spacious campus and the quieter pace of this part of the city, while still being close to shopping, parks, and the Sandia foothills trails.
All ABQ Childcare locations are NECPA accredited and hold a 5-Star rating through CYFD (New Mexico Children, Youth & Families Department). These distinctions recognize excellence in early childhood environments, curriculum, teacher qualifications, and classroom quality — verified through regular state evaluations.
Director Clarissa Casas has been in a management position for the last five years, transitioning from classroom teaching to center leadership. She holds a Child Development Certificate and is pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Multicultural Education. Assistant Director Julian Lopez attended Little Corral himself as a child, from ages 3 through 12, before returning as a professional educator. Julian's story speaks to the multigenerational trust that families place in ABQ Childcare.
Little Corral provides van transportation to and from the following elementary schools every school day:
Little Corral Day School is open Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, year round. We are closed on weekends and major holidays.
Little Corral accepts children from 6 weeks through 12 years old. Programs include Infants (6 weeks to 12 months), Toddlers (1 to 3 years), Early Pre-K (3 to 4 years), Pre-K (4 to 5 years), and School Age before-and-after-school care (5 to 12 years).
Yes. Little Corral operates van transportation to four elementary schools: Janet Kahn, Chelwood, Belhaven, and McCollum. Drivers pick up students after school and drop off before school each weekday.
Schedule a tour at abqchildcare.com/enrollment or call (505) 299-0633. You will meet Director Clarissa Casas, tour the campus with mountain views, and discuss program options. NM Free Pre-K and state assistance are accepted.
Little Corral's spacious Far Northeast Heights campus has views of the Sandia Mountains and large classrooms with low teacher-to-student ratios. Assistant Director Julian Lopez attended Little Corral as a child before returning as an educator, reflecting the multigenerational trust families place in ABQ Childcare.
Phone
(505) 299-0633Hours
Mon-Fri, 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM