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Coppell, TX
Smart Start Early Childhood Education Center
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Telephone: (972) 459-5956 · Website: www.smartstartecec.com
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.1) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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| Outside play equipment |
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Transportation
- Parents bring their children to and from school
Dropoff Procedure
- Parents walk their child into the classroom
- Teachers/director meet children at their cars and walk the children into the classroom
Late Pickup Policy: $5 for every 5 minutes past designated time for pick up.
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Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year | Yes |
| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program | No |
| Affiliated with a religious institution | No |
Facilities Include:
| Classrooms (with bathroom attached) | |
| Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) | |
| Music room | |
| Art room | |
| Library | |
| Playground | 
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Accreditation, Membership & Awards
| Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children | Yes |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Main weakness is that the school changed directors in summer 2007. Although the administration gives out the same handbook, they don't follow it. While we attended the school the staff rotated constantly and the academics suffered accordingly. We left the school after our favorite teacher was fired with no notice.
Parent #2
The program and environment are rather unique. Reggio Emilia method/environment are used here. The curriculum is based on the project-approach. There are not specific academic modules or subject units for students to finish during a year. Parents should visit the school before making a decision. The environment is stimulating.
Parent #3
I liked how the teachers handled conflict. There is no yelling, it is all about kindness. Teachers respect the children. The art program is strong, children are encouraged to explore many facets of art from a young age, not cookie cutter art as in most schools.
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