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Saratoga, CA
Sacred Heart Elementary & Montessori
Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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Telephone: (408) 867-9241 · Website: www.sacredheartsaratoga.org
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (4.2) | |
| Conducts an open house at start of school year | |
| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year | |
| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences | |
| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year | |
| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year | |
| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Director's Comments
We have open house, conferences, and parent education nights. We are always available to discuss the child with his parents whenever they are concerned. An appointment can be made at any time.
Separation
| OVERALL RATING (4.0) |
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Abbreviated schedule at start of school year
- Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
- Parents in classrooms early on
- Small group sessions
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Director's Comments
We have a phase in schedule where only half the class comes at a time for the first three weeks, so the children can be oriented in smaller groups. We also have an extra teacher and a shorter day at this time. Most children quickly become engaged in school activities and stop crying. If there is prolonged or excessive crying that parent may want to stay in the classroom for a while, until the child feels comfortable.
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 does conduct parent education classes
-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 (3.0) |
Parents:
- Are able to visit the school anytime we want
- Go on field trips
- Receive newsletters
- Encourage play dates out of school
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Modes of Communication Between School and Home
- Two or More Regular Conferences
- Drop-Off
- Pick-Up
- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school
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