| Alameda Headstart - Alameda, CA |
- Telephone: (510) 865-4500
Contact Info
Alameda Headstart
2325 Clement Avenue
Alameda, CA
94501
Tel:
(510) 865-4500
Fax:
(510) 865-1930
Director:
Kim Wong
kwong@xanthos.org
General Approach to Learning
| Play-based |
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Play-based with some structure |
| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
| Montessori |
| Waldorf |
| Co-op |
| Reggio-Emilia |
Parent Ratings
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed: 4
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
School Philosophy and Mission
Vision: To advance education, wellness and quality of life for children and their families in the community of Alameda.
Mission: Alameda Head Start dedicates its services to:
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
* Breakfast
* Circle time
* Free play
* Outside play
* Lunch
* Nap (for full days)
* Snack
* Free play
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school (tour, conversation with director, etc.) |
| Wait list | Yes |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Total enrollment | 222 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 10:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 years and 9 months |
| Extended day | Yes |
School year
Year round program
Kindergarten Placement
Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending
All Alameda public elementary schools
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Closing times vary by location. Please contact office for details. More >
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages:
From
2 years
9 months
to 4 years 11 months |
| Days:
Mon 8:00am - 5:00pm Tue 8:00am - 5:00pm Wed 8:00am - 5:00pm Thu 8:00am - 5:00pm Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm |
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Additional Application Information
Application fee: Free
Acceptance criteria: Selective based on low-income priority for students with disabilities. preference given to 4 year-olds.
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