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Newton, MA
West Newton Children's Center
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Telephone: (617) 969-9070 · Website: www.wnchildrenscenter.com
Home-School Connection
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year | 
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Director's Comments
We hold two parent-teacher conferences per year as well as have an open door policy. We believe that each child developes at his/her own pace so we are constantly in contact with parents regarding their child's progress. We welcome feedback from our parents and encourage parents to come in and participate in a project or to read a special book. We also offer parents information and different activities that may help enhance their child's skills in any particular developmental area.
Separation
| OVERALL RATING (4.0) |
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Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
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Director's Comments
We believe that the separtion process takes time and that each child has a very different experience. Our staff is fully trained in dealing with and understanding that the child needs ample time to express their sadness and to discover that their preschool is a safe and nurturing environment. If a parent feels that their child needs them to stay for a while, then we welcome this approach as well. After the parent leaves, we stay in contact with the parent to let them know how their child is doing.
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
We love our preschool, the school teaches children how to resolve disputes and how to share and socialize. The teachers are caring and open, wonderful people.
Drop-in Policy
- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy
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General Parent Education
-This preschool potentially connects parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home
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Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (2.5) |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
We have social events with the school periodically
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
- Notes
- Phone Calls
- Voice Mail
- Special Meetings
- Two or More Regular Conferences
- Drop-Off
- Pick-Up
- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school
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