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San Francisco, CA
Peter's Place Nursery School

Four And Half Stars

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

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neighborhood: Inner Richmond ·  Telephone: (415) 752-1444  · Website: www.petersplace.org

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.9) Four And Half Stars

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

source:This information was provided by parents

Director's Description to School's Approach to Discipline

We believe that the goal of discipline is to help children to develop compassion, self-control, and self-esteem. We support children by redirecting inappropriate behavior and offering appropriate alternatives. We validate children's feelings and encourage them to express them in ways that are constructive. We aid children in resolving conflicts in age appropriate ways. We try to prevent problems from happening by staying close to children, monitoring their behavior, and providing positive feedback. To help children understand that behavior has consequences, we institute consequences that make sense. For example, if a child is throwing sand, she may lose the privelege of being in the sandbox.

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.'


Teachers would observe, reflect and determine if intervention is needed. If needed, he/she would then proceed with helping children discuss how to resolve hurt feelings. It is important that the resolution feel fair to those involved.

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parent #1
The facility is excellent for children of this size. They really enjoy the ability to freely go inside and outside.

Parent #2
Safe and nurturing environment.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.9) Four And Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four And Half Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Five Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Four And Half Stars

source:This information was provided by parents

Food Allergies

- We do not allow certain foods in the classroom

- We ask parents to provide child-safe snacks for their allergic child

Medications

- We keep their medication on hand at all times

source: This information was provided by the director

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.6) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four And Half Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four And Half Stars

source:This information was provided by parents

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