| Gay Austin School - Berkeley, CA |
- Neighborhood: Berkeley North
- Telephone: (510) 526-2815
Contact Info
Gay Austin School
1611 Hopkins Street
Berkeley, CA
94707
Tel:
(510) 526-2815
Fax:
(510) 526-2815
Director:
Bonnie Short Raetze
Admissions Director:
none given
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: 3
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
School Philosophy and Mission
Our philosophy is based on Piaget's observation that 'play is the work of the child.'
We use dramatic play, games, artwork, songs, and group activities to help children develop emotionally and so...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Each day includes outdoor and indoor play; a circle (group) times spent singing and discussing ideas of interest; an activity time for free play with games, art activities and dramatic play; snack tim...
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | From october before the year the child is eligible to enroll |
| Wait list | No |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Total enrollment | 50 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 7:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 years |
| Extended day | Yes |
School year
09/2008 - 06/2009
Summer Program
07/2008 - 07/2008
Kindergarten Placement
Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending
Prospect Sierra, Park Day, Black Pine Circle, School of the Madeline, Bentley, Windrush
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
2 year old optional extended care until 3:00
3 year old optional extended care until 3:00
4 year-olds have a morning program with the extended day teacher who brings them to school for the after... More >
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages: From 4 years to -- |
| Days:
Mon 12:30pm - 5:30pm Tue 12:30pm - 5:30pm Wed 12:30pm - 5:30pm Thu 12:30pm - 5:30pm Fri 12:30pm - 5:30pm |
| Tuition: $6,390/Year |
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Additional Application Information
Application fee: $10
Acceptance criteria: First-come basis
Our Theme for September 2008
The Social Life of Preschoolers
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