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Coppell, TX
Christ Our Savior Lutheran School
Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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Telephone: (972) 393-7074 · Website: www.coslcs.org
General Approach to Learning
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Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
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Montessori |
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| Reggio-Emilia |
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Savvy Source's Comments
"Both traditional and Montessori preschool formats offerred. Only Montessori for 2 year olds." -- Excerpted from school literature
Social Skills & Work Habits
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| Ability to listen and follow directions |
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| Ability to sit still for longer periods of time |
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| Ability to be a part of a group of children |
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Curriculum and Teaching Approach
| PLAY-BASED | PLAY-BASED WITH SOME STRUCTURE | MOSTLY TEACHER LED | NOT FORMALLY IN CURRICULUM | CONDUCIVE ENVIRONMENT | ||
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| Sci. reasoning/physical world | - |
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| Other subjects taught | "Christ Our Savior Lutheran School is known for its high academic standards. In the 2004-2005 school year, our students ranked, on standardized testing, among the highest in the country." -- Excerpted from school literature | |||||
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Savvy Source's Comments
"CURRICULUM AND GROWTH : The curriculum of Christ Our Savior Christian School is developed with an understanding of the developmental level of students and in accordance with the school's mission and purpose. The core subject areas at each grade level include religion, language arts (reading, literature, phonics, writing, spelling, speaking, grammar), mathematics, social studies (current events, geography, history), and science. Spanish, art, music, theater arts, computer, and physical education are included at most grade levels. Students use the computer labs as an extension of their classroom programs in addition to learning computer literacy."
-- Excerpted from school literature
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Because it is Montessori, there is always free choice at times with stations. I would say the teacher gives instructions and guides the children, but allows them to work on their own and explore.
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