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Austin, TX
Children's Courtyard (Spicewood Springs)
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Telephone: (512) 342-0218 · Website: www.childrenscourtyard.com
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (4.3) |
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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
Redirection for negative behavior. Encourage children to use words and that they have a voice.
Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parent #1
It's a pretty new school.
Parent #2
At the Spicewood location, the outdoor facilities and playground area is pretty lousy. There are stumps, rocks and limited space for children to play and there is very little grass. I think the kids enjoy being outside, so it's not a reason to not go to the school. It's a tough spot, and they've added a basketball net, which is good.
Parent #3
I think its difficult for the school to tell when a child is sick sometimes. As soon as they are aware they will send a sick child home but they also understand that parent's need to work so they are flexible if the child is only a little bit sick, we appreciate that.
Parent #4
sometimes the infant room is a little chilly especially since they crawl on the tile floor. Hope that they clean toys and play equipment daily- I think they do wash everything. The are very careful to keep bottles and food separate and labeled and high chairs clean. They are good with paper and gloves on diaper change station.
Parent #5
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Parent #6
Children's Courtyard is the best daycare that we have experienced. Again the only negative is the teacher turn-over. Beyond that they are very organized and care for the development of my child along with the care and love she needs at this age.
Parent #7
Specifically in the infant rooms they seem to have oddly skimped on providing equipment. Can't figure out why.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (4.7) |
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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 do not allow certain foods in the classroom
- We keep special snacks for allergic children
Medications
- We keep their medication on hand at all times
- Do not store medicine and needs doctor's note
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Safety
| OVERALL RATING (4.3) |
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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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