Frisco, TX
Kids R Kids (Main Street)

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.4)

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

"At Kids ‘R’ Kids, we strive to develop meaningful relationships with each child. We want each child to feel loved and have a strong self-worth. We understand to accomplish this goal it is imperative that the children are given positive guidance to ensure self-discipline. We believe that children will develop self-discipline and control when they are treated with dignity and respect, when they are given clear consistent, fair limits for classroom behavior. We understand the importance of developing a warm and positive learning environment where children's feelings are validated, and positive behavior is always encouraged.

"In addition, KRK adheres to the discipline policy of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services MInimum Standards which states discipline must be:
1. Individualized and consistent for each child.
2. Appropriate to the child's level of understanding; and
3. Directed toward teaching the child acceptable behavior and self-control.

"A teacher may only use positive methods of discipline and guidance that encourages self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction. This is done by:
1. Using praise and encouragement of good behavior rather that focusing only upon unacceptable behavior.
2. Reminding a child of behavior expectations daily by using clear, positive statements
3. Redirecting behavior using positive statements
4. Using brief supervised separation from the group, when appropriate, for the child's age and development., which is limited to one minute per year of the child's age. Separation shall only be made after 2 or more attempts at re-direction are made.

"Parents or guardians are required to abide by the Kids ‘R’ Kids Discipline Policy any time they are on Center property."

-- Excerpted from school website

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.8)
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

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Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.8)
Screen and identify all visitors
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

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