Westwood, CA
Westwood United Methodist Church Preschool

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children:
...are handled extraordinarily well in a way that not only gives me confidence in the safety of my child but also reassures me that my child (and his/her peers) are learning the early skills needed to socialize effectively with one another

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Director's Description to School's Approach to Discipline

Limit setting will focus on the need to show respect and consideration for others as well as showing respect for the physical environment. The limits will also focus on the need for safety and concern for each child's well-being. The limits will be discussed with the children in an appropriate way for their age level and will be consistently enforced. When behavior is inappropriate and there is a need for adult intervention, an attempt will be made to redirect the child to another activity or try to involve the child in a discussion which emphasizes positive problem solving. Any continuing behavior problems will be discussed with a director and if the teacher and director feel it is necessary, a parent conference may be called, so that parents may be involved in the solutions to the problem.

Director's Response to a Sample Discipline Scenario

Description of how teachers handle the following scenario: Child A and Child B are good friends and usually play together. One day, Child A decides to play with Child C and tells Child B, 'I don't want to play with you today. I'm playing with Child C instead.'


We do not always deal with it the same way. Ideally, we listen to Child B and show him/her that we understand that it is hard when your best friend is not playing with you. We might try to involve Child B in an interesting activity so he can branch out to other friends, while allowing Child A to have the chance to play with someone else. Alternatively, we might try and find a 'job' for Child B in the game (if we think A and C will be receptive).

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.8)
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided More >
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

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Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.2)
Screen and identify all visitors
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

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