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Dallas, TX
Park Cities YMCA Preschool
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neighborhood: Highland Park · Telephone: (214) 526-7293 · Website: www.pcymca.org
Contact Info
Park Cities YMCA Kindergarten Readiness Preschool
6000 Preston Road
Dallas, TX
75205
www.pcymca.org
Tel:
(214) 526-7293
Fax:
(214) 520-9549
Director:
Veena Garcia Childcare Director
veenag.parkcities@ymcadallas.org
Admissions Director:
Sarah Keeth Preschool Coordinator
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General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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School Philosophy and Mission
"The goal of our program is to facilitate all areas of a child's growth and development in a nurturing, caring environment in order to foster the child's self-esteem and independence."
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
9:00- 9:20 arrival/independant writing
9:25-9:35 snack time
9:40-10:15 learning centers
10:20- 10:40 large group/phonics
10:45-11:30 outdoor time
11:35-11:50 foreign language
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
4 years
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| Mon 9:00am - 2:00pm | |
| Wed 9:00am - 2:00pm | |
| Fri 9:00am - 2:00pm | |
| Tuition: | $345/Month |
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Key Statistics
| Total enrollment | 28 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 7:1 |
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | Upon birth |
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Kindergarten Placement
Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending
- Bradfield Elementary
- Highland Park Presbyterian Day School
- Armstrong Elementary
- Stonewall Jackson Elementary
- University Park Elementary
- Lakewood Elementary
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