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Carlsbad, CA
Carlsbad Country Day School

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents.

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neighborhood: Carlsbad ·  Telephone: (760) 804-0550  · Website: www.carlsbadcountryday.com

• Summary
• General Info
• School Philosophy
  & Day-in-the-Life
• Curriculum &
  Teaching Approach
• Quality of
  Teaching
• Home/School
  Connection
• Discipline,
  Health & Safety
• Ages, Schedule
  & Tuition
• Application &
  Admissions
• Kindergarten
  Placement&Tips

General Approach to Learning

	Play-based
	Play-based with some structure
	Predominantly teacher-led instruction
	Montessori
	Waldorf
	Co-op
	Reggio-Emilia

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Savvy Source's Comments

As children enter preschool, they begin to think symbolically and logically. With these new skills, and an increased mastery of language, the preschool child is ready to further develop an understanding of the world around them. Inquisition turns into interest, and skills form as a result. At Carlsbad Country Day School we believe that each child's abilities and skills are unique, and should be embraced. We believe in a child directed learning enviornment, which allows children to learn from topics that interest them. As children learn through play, we emphasize critical literacy skills and school readiness. We give children the chance to practice decision-making and self-help skills in a positive and supportive setting. Here at Carlsbad Country Day School, we provide an unparalleled level of consistent, attentive and loving care. Through our continuity of care program, we allow a strong bond to form between caregiver and child, as they continue together throughout the years. We provide peace of mind for parents allowing them to stay connected with their preschoolers over our Internet viewing system. These early years in a child's life are the most influential and often determine the way a child will learn, socialize, and view the world around them. Remember, the end depends on the beginning.

(excerpted from website)

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (3.0)
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Ability to be a part of a group of children
Self-sufficiency and independence
Awareness of others’ feelings
Cooperation with other children

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Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Savvy Source's Comments

While the preschool program is play-based with some structure, we set academic goals for our children/teachers to meet.

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
enrichment classes are great!

Parent #2
I really like seeing what my child is learning and where she is in her development. The books they send home are very helpful.

Parent #3
Very advance lesson plans with target goals to meet.

Parent #4
Teacher led instruction, every minute is structured with lesson plans hanging in the room.

Parent #5
no comment

Parent #6
The school's approach on curriculum has worked wonders for our children. The teachers see what the kids are interested in, and build a lesson plan based on their interests. The lessons are well thought out, interesting, and unique. My daughter cries on the days we DON'T go to school!


Parent #7
There is no doubt that this school has a strong academic base but makes learning fun! My daughter is very advanced with her language skills but just does not seem to care about math and numbers. The teacher set individual goals to work on with my daughter so that she became interested in all aspects of learning, including math. I can not say enough good things about this program and their approach to learning! FANTASTIC!

Parent #8
There appears to be no school wide approach or philosphy. Though many highly qualified and experienced teachers are given liberty to design each class, it is a matter of time before each of these teachers becomes beyond frustrated with the lack of overall direction and positive support from management.

Parent #9
Love the curriculum, love the learning books, love CCDS! When you look at other schools there is just no comparison! All you have to do is ask the staff if they love where they work, the answers tell it all!

Parent #10
We just felt it wasn't best for our child. We wanted him to experience a less-stressed atmosplhere without so many transitions, be it teachers coming and going or moving from location to location (inside, outside, upstairs, downstairs) in one day's time.

Parent #11
There is no formal curriculum

Parent #12
This school uses the best parts of all the curricular approaches out there.

Parent #13
TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD is the curriculum for the 4 year old program and it is absolutly adorable. The teachers have so many unique materials and items that are interesting to me as an adult. I love sitting in on circle time in my daughter's class!

Parent #14
The school has the most amazing program. The tuition includes so much, like breakfast, lunch, snacks, a bilingual immersion program, a music program, a martial arts program,... the list goes on and on! My daughter's teacher has been with the school since we opened and has our entire families love and respect!

Parent #15
when the kids aren't listening they close down centers and take away toys, causing more problems. Shouldn't they be playing and having fun?

Parent #16
My children have learned so much since they started at CCDS. They come home with all little interesting odd facts! On the days we stay home from school, they ask to go.

Parent #17
this is a educationally structured school that is providing our kids with and advanced education in pre-school that far exceed that of the average kindergarten class.

Parent #18
They follow a "guideline" but no structure is given to parents or children to take home and practice/review

Parent #19
AWESOME!