Seattle, WA
Global Gardens
Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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neighborhood: Ravenna/University District/Bryant · Telephone: (206) 860-6112
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.6) | |
| Full of energy and seemingly happy in job | |
| Patient and affectionate with children | |
| Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her | |
| Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior | |
| Provides feedback on what my child does during the day | |
| Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate | |
| Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses | |
| If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off | |
| Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute | |
| Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them | |
| Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn | |
| Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts | |
| Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children |
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Parents' Comments on Individualized Teaching
Parent #1
I think the teachers at this school have been excellent, they are very nurturing in a comfortable, natural way. It doesn't feel forced and I think the classroom feels calm as a result.
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