Toddlers · 12 – 24 months
Toddler Program
Sensory play, first friendships, and gentle routines. Potty-training support in partnership with families.
Preschool in Hallandale Beach, Florida
A beautiful beginning.
A world of possibility.
Creative learning. Attentive care. A place to grow.
12 months–5 years7:30 AM–6:00 PMInternational families welcomeHallandale Beach
A welcome from Malinka
A place to belong.
Thoughtful early education and attentive care for an international community.
Through play, creativity, and discovery, children build confidence and a love of learning.
The Malinka journal
Everyday discoveries.
A glimpse of our days. More moments on Instagram.
Photo 1 of 7: Little artists at work
Academics · Our Programs
Growing with your child.
Learning and care for every stage, from 12 months to 5 years.
Pre-K · 2 – 3 years
Pre-K
Early literacy, math, art, and discovery through hands-on play.
Pre-K · 4 – 5 years
Pre-Kindergarten
Literacy, numeracy, and independence for kindergarten, with a May graduation celebration.
Curriculum & development
Our program meets Florida State Standards. Our teachers are certified in Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Language & early literacy
- Stories, songs, and conversation build communication skills.
- Math & discovery
- Hands-on math and science discovery.
- Creative expression
- Art, music, dance, and movement.
- Readiness & progress
- Pre-K assessments twice yearly; three VPK progress checkpoints.
What matters to us
What makes Malinka.
A global community
A place for families from every background.
Care at every stage
Personal care from first steps to kindergarten.
A full day, thoughtfully planned
Full-day care, enrichment, and Brightwheel updates.
Student Life · A Day at Malinka
Room to explore.
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Connection & belonging
Friendships grow through shared stories and play.
B
Photos in your pocket
Daily photos, care updates, and tuition billing in Brightwheel.
C
Outdoor play daily
Fresh air and playground time, weather permitting.
D
Lunch, your way
Bring lunch or choose hot or kosher meals. Allergy-aware snacks.
E
Full-day hours
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–6:00 PM. One weekly rate, with no hourly add-ons.
F
Traditions all year
Cultural celebrations, family events, performances, and graduation.
During the school day
Enrichment
Dance, music, art, and sports with partner instructors, during the school day.
Included in tuitionJune – August
Summer Camp
Themed weeks, water play, and arts for new and enrolled families. Starts June 8, 2027.
Weekly enrollmentAdmissions
Join Malinka.
Visit us
Explore the classrooms and meet our teachers. Children welcome.
Register
Submit your packet, immunization forms, and $500 registration fee. VPK families also provide their certificate.
Start
Join Brightwheel, bring your supplies, and settle in with our support.
For our families
Family essentials.
Admissions · Tuition & Fees · 2026 – 27
An investment in their first years
Full-day care, enrichment, and Brightwheel updates included.
| Program | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Toddlers & Pre-K12 months – 3 years · full day, 5 days | $365 |
| Pre-K with VPK certificate4 – 5 years · full-day wrap-around care | $300 |
| Hot lunch planOptional | $60 |
| Kosher cateringOptional | $60 |
| One-time fees | Amount |
|---|---|
| RegistrationSecures your child's seat | $500 |
| Materials & suppliesAnnual | $300 |
Billed weekly through Brightwheel; due Mondays. 2026–27 rates may change with notice.
Events · 2026 – 27 School Calendar
School year at a glance
August 11, 2026–June 3, 2027. Camp starts June 8. Full calendar at enrollment.
August
- 11First day of school
- 28Back-to-school picture day
September
- 7Labor Day — closed
- 11Grandparents Day
- 14–18International Week
- 21Yom Kippur — closed
October
- 12–16Scholastic Book Fair
- 30Harvest class parties
November
- 9–13Career Week
- 25Thanksgiving celebration
- 26–27Thanksgiving — closed
December
- 16Winter Show
- 24–25Closed
- 31Closed
January
- 1New Year — closed
- 19–22Spirit Week
February
- 12Valentine's celebration
- 26Developmental assessment
March
- 1–5Dr. Seuss Week & Book Fair
April
- 2Good Friday / Passover — closed
- 6Spring picture day
- 19–23Earth Week
May
- 3–7Teacher Appreciation Week
- 7Mother's Day celebration
- 27End-of-Year Show & Graduation
- 31Memorial Day — closed
June
- 3Last day of school
- 8Summer Camp begins
- 18Father's Day celebration
July
- 5Independence Day — closed
Parent’s Corner
School-day essentials
The essentials for a smooth school day.
Brightwheel
Daily care updates and photos. Weekly tuition billed in-app, due Mondays.
What to bring
- A water bottle and three changes of clothing
- Closed-toe indoor shoes and wet wipes
- A sleep sack and silicone bib for younger children
Label everything with first and last name. Leave toys and candy at home.
Arrival & pickup
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–6 PM. Drop off by 10 AM (11 AM with a doctor’s note). Late pickup: $20 per 15 minutes after 6 PM.
Holidays & closuresLunch & food choices
Bring lunch or choose hot or kosher meals ($60/week). Allergy-aware snacks and celebrations.
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Come meet Malinka.
Visit Monday–Friday. Request a tour below, call, or email.
Find us
At home in Hallandale Beach.
Our schoolMalinka
123 SE 1st Avenue
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Malinka
Preschool
123 SE 1st AvenueHallandale Beach, FL 33009
Monday–Friday
7:30 AM–6:00 PM
Get directions (opens Google Maps in a new tab)7:30 AM–6:00 PM