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Oakland, CA
Bernice and Joe Playschool
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neighborhood: Eastmont / Oak Knoll · Telephone: (510) 638-3529 · Website: www.berniceandjoe-playschool.com
Basic Stats
| Total enrollment | 26 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 5:1 |
| Established | 1980 |
| Average tenure for teachers | 1.5 yrs. |
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| - Bachelors | 33% |
| - Teaching credentials | 50% | - CPR | 50% |
| - First aid | 50% |
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Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.5) |
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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
- Located close to public transportation
- Parents bring their children to and from school
Dropoff Procedure
- Parents walk their child into the classroom
- 8:00 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child
Late Pickup Policy: We charge a late fee.
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Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year | No |
| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program | No |
| Affiliated with a religious institution | No |
| Teach religious concepts | No |
| Some experience serving children with special needs | Yes |
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Facilities Include:
| Classrooms (with bathroom attached) | |
| Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) | |
| Music room | |
| Art room | |
| Library | |
| No classrooms per se, but many different rooms to play and do art |
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| Playground |
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Accreditation, Membership & Awards
| Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children | No |
Other Memberships
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NAEYC |
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Director's Comments
Question to director: Do you have any additional thoughts on what parents should consider when looking at your school? Is there any advice that you would like to provide to prospective parents?
We provide an open and caring environment and hope your child will find it fun and rewarding here.
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
On the whole, we have been very happy with our experience at Bernice & Joe Play School. The teachers there realy bond with the chideren & care about them. The parent group works well together with different parents taking turns to run all of the activites. The one weakness I have found was that as my son older, the curriculum did not change that much for him. I think it would be a wise move for the school to add some more "advanced" course work for the 4-5 year olds
Parent #2
At first glance, Bernice and Joe Playschool may seem a little 'funky' which may be a turnoff to some parents. It almost was for us, but we gave it a chance and soon we realized what an amazing place it is! What it lacks in structure and polish, it more than makes up for in love and nurturing...and honestly, it is a more structured environment than it first appears. The directors have been running the school for over 25 years. They are both well educated, highly experienced, and most importantly caring people. You feel like you can talk to them (and any other teacher) anytime about anything. The environment is very down to earth and friendly, and the parents are all very much involved in the school--from planning activities to painting the walkway and trimming the trees. It's a great community, and I would highly recommend Bernice and Joe Playschool to any parent.
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