Contact Info
Happy Baby
1416 Derby St.
Berkeley, CA
94702
www.happybabydaycare.com
Tel:
(510) 849-1649
Director:
Stephanie Agnew
happybabydaycare@gmail.com
General Approach to Learning
| Play-based |
|
Play-based with some structure |
| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
| Montessori |
| Waldorf |
| Co-op |
|
|
Reggio-Emilia |
School Philosophy and Mission
We are a Reggio inspired program, emphasizing nature and emergent curriculum. We believe in creating a comfortable, engaging environment where twos and preschoolers can develop and extend their autono...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Each day is different, but predictable. The kids play and listen to stories and music. We sit together at the table to eat fresh organic meals, go outside and play all day in our ample fenced yard, ta...
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Total enrollment | 11 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 5:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 1 years and 6 months |
| Extended day | No |
School year
9/2/2008 - 7/31/2009
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Includes fees and full, hot, seasonal, organic lunches. Meals are a large part of our program, serving as a time when our group gathers to honor the day and time together. Lunches are healthful and f... More >
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages:
From
1 years
6 months
to 5 years |
| Days:
Mon 8:30am - 1:00pm Tue 8:30am - 1:00pm Wed 8:30am - 1:00pm Thu 8:30am - 1:00pm |
| Tuition: $684/Month |
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Our Theme for September 2008
The Social Life of Preschoolers
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Play-based?
Waldorf?
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Additional Application Information
Application fee: $20
Acceptance criteria: Best-fit families to balance genders and ages
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