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Carlsbad, CA
Carlsbad Country Day School
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neighborhood: Carlsbad · Telephone: (760) 804-0550 · Website: www.carlsbadcountryday.com
Contact Info
Carlsbad Country Day School
5150 Hemingway Dr.
Carlsbad, CA
92009
www.carlsbadcountryday.com
Tel:
(760) 804-0550
Director:
Melissa Murphy
info@carlsbadcountryday.com
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General Approach to Learning
| Play-based with some structure |
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School Philosophy and Mission
Carlsbad Country Day School believes play is the primary vehicle for children's learning and development in the early years. Play provides a context for children to practice newly acquired skills, to ...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
3 years
to 5 years |
| Days: | 2 day(s) a week 6 am- 6 pm |
| Tuition: | $520/Month |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | No |
| School year | Year round program |
| Student/teacher ratio | 8:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 months |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Carlsbad Country Day runs a year round school (does not follow Carlsbad School District schedule). The program for 2007-2008 begins July 5th. They do offer theme based "camps" during the summer mon...
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | While child is in utero |
| Wait list | Yes |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
| Application Information | Free |
| Acceptance criteria: | First-come basis |
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Kindergarten Placement
Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending
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