Alameda, CA
Kiddie Kampus Co-op Preschool

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.1)

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:

Director's Description to School's Approach to Discipline

We will be using positive reinforcements that focuses on teaching children appropriate social behavior and encourages a positive sense of self. We define "appropriate behavior" as behavior that is safe to one and others, behavior that is respectful to one and others and actions, which create positive results. We will convey this to the children by having three rules. "You must be Safe, Kind and Clean."

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.'


Young children get possessive when it comes to sharing their special friends. Jealousies flare and children often feel rejected or unloved by the one who was closest to them. A caring adult can intervene to clarify the situation, assure the child that friendships can expand, and offer options: 'You can join this special group and see your friend in minutes, let's set the timer. You can help me until your friend is ready to play.'

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parent #1
The snack is nutritious, organic and tasty, with input from the families welcome. the cleaning supplies are nontoxic and the class is cleaned daily. toys and facilities are continually being upgraded.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.9)
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided More >
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

source:

Safety

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

source:

Montessori? Waldorf? Play-based?

What school type is right for your child? Is one model better than another? What does the research say?

View an example from the Savvy Source guide to learn more.

Trace around your child's foot, with shoe on, on a piece of white construction paper or card stock. Have child cut out the shoe print and add a spooky face. Glue it to a popsicle stick and you have a ghost stick puppet!

Comment (3)

Share From Send A Link To Your Comments:

Take Our Expert Quiz

how is your toddler or preschooler progressing developmentally?