Alameda, CA
College of Alameda Children's Center

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.8)

Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children:
...are handled well in a way that gives me confidence in the safety of my child

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Director's Description to School's Approach to Discipline

Teachers support children in their problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Children are not required to say 'I'm sorry', but to understand the problem and the alternatives to the conflict in the first place. Redirection and resolving situations through discussion is used.

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.'


Comfort child B and let them know that child A may want to play with them later. Assist child B in finding another child or children to engage with. Discuss with child A the fact that child B's feelings have been hurt and ask child A if s/he can come up with another solution that child B would like.

Health

OVERALL RATING (5.0)
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 (5.0)
Screen and identify all visitors
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

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