Dunedin, FL
First Friends Preschool of First Presbyterian Church of Dunedin

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

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

We help children find acceptable ways to express their anger, negotiate to get what they want or need, and handle aggression directed toward them by peers. Positive redirection is our main source of discipline. When necessary, a child may be given an appropriate Time Out away from the other children.

If at any time, the child expresses overly or dangerously aggressive behavior, the parents will receive a letter for the Director requesting that they call the school and arrange a parent/guardian/teacher conference. Failure to respond immediately and /or failure to comply with the recommended corrective action could be reason for dismissal of the child from our program.

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.'


Unacceptable aggressive behavior includes hitting, throwing things, name calling, spitting, biting other children (up to 3 x) pushing, pulling, forcing someone to do or not to do something, destroying property and taking someone else's possessions.

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parent #1
They have plans for two new playgrounds this year, 2008.

Health

OVERALL RATING (5.0)
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided More >

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Safety

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

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