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Austin, TX
Abiding Love Lutheran Child Development Center
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Telephone: (512) 892-2777 · Website: http://www.abidinglove.org/
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (3.2) |
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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
Children respond best to positive guidance, consistent rules, and reinforcement of appropriate behavior. We do this by telling children what we want them to do (instead of what not to do), giving choices, and using logical consequences to actions. Children are also encouraged to solve their own problems, instead of having an adult do it for them. These guidance techniques help young children become independent.
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.'
Typically they would encorage Child A and Child C to invite child b into their play. Also encourage child B a different friend to play with that day. Assure children that we are all friends and use kind words even if we play with different children.
Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parent #1
Well the equipment is all older and the building is older, but that doesn't bother me as I know it would some parents. It is well maintained and there is nothing harmful about it, its just older. They do get new toys and books on a regular basis though.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (3.8) |
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| Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable |
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| Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided |
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| Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly |
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Food Allergies
- We keep special snacks for allergic children
- We ask parents to provide child-safe snacks for their allergic child
Medications
- We keep their medication on hand at all times
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Safety
| OVERALL RATING (3.7) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors |
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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