Berkeley, CA
Berkeley Hills Nursery School

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.6)

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 are talked to individually or as a group. We emphasize that no one may hurt another or anything and the consequences that these actions may have on themselves and the group. (Information from the Director)

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.'


We try to work with A, B and C to see if they all could play together. If that isn't working in spite of efforts, we ask that A tell B another time when he or she will be able to play again. (Information from Director)

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parent #1
I'm not sure what the policy is regarding screening of employees, but this is a very small preschool (40 students total, 7 full time teachers) so I'm sure they screen employees well. Most teachers have been with the school for many, many years.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.8)
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided More >
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

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Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.4)
Screen and identify all visitors
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

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