Summary

Contact Info

Acorn School
330 E. 26th Street
New York , NY 10010
www.acornschoolny.com

Tel: (212) 684-0230

Director: Jill Axthelm

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Application Information

Wait list

Yes

Deadline for applications

December 1

Key Statistics

Total enrollment

60

Age cutoff for enrollment

1 years and 8 months

Extended day

Yes

School year

9/12/-1 - 6/14/2006

Summer Program

06/2008 - 08/2008

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

Dalton, Friends Seminary, The Town School, Hunter, UNIS

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents.

Quality of teaching

Development of social skills and work habits

Home-school connection

Parent community

Discipline

Facilities

Health

Safety

Handling of separation

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed: 3

Savvy Source survey: Yes

Parents who send their child to this preschool also like the following preschools:

The International Preschools-330 E 45th
Jack & Jill School
Beginnings A Toddler Program

General Info

Basic Stats

Total enrollment

60

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Located close to public transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year

Yes

Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program

No

Affiliated with a religious institution

No

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.2)

Building, bathrooms, hallway

Classroom equipment and furniture

Outside play equipment

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
My children love school, The teachers understand and respect each child for their strengths and weaknesses and are very nurturing. My kids feel loved and safe.

Parent #2
Only downside is the location. Great school with experienced teachers.

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

Offers an "integrated and self-stimulating approach in an exciting learning environment."

(Extracted from the preschool's website)

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Savvy Source's Comments

"Teachers provide guidance in both independent and collaborative exploration using hands-on experiences to foster a child's innate sense of creativity and curiosity." Extracted from school's website

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

This school has increased my child's:

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to sit still for longer periods of time

Ability to be a part of a group of children

Self-sufficiency and independence

Awareness of others’ feelings

Cooperation with other children

Curriculum and Teaching Approach


Language					-
Oral language	-	-	-	-	n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs	-	-	-	-	n/a
Storybook reading	-	-	-	-	n/a
Emerging literacy skills	-	-	-	-	n/a

Cognitive Development					n/a
Math and number sense	-	-	-	-	-
Time & space	-	-	-	-	-
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-	-	-	-	-
Music	-	-	-	-	-

Visual arts	-	-	-	-	-
Physical activity	-	-	-	-	-

Other subjects taught					n/a

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Teachers discuss all of the above and the children take part in all the discussions, readings, art, science etc..my child has learned a lot!

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.9)

Full of energy and seemingly happy in job

Patient and affectionate with children

Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her

Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior

Provides feedback on what my child does during the day

Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate

Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses

If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off

Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute

Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them

Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn

Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts

Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
All of the teachers work together and I have met with them outside of scheduled conferences whenever I have asked to speak specifically about my children. I love this system.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.5)

Conducts an open house at start of school year

Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year

Conducts regular parent teacher conferences

Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year

Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year

Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0)

Parents:

- Fundraise

- Encourage play dates out of school

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0)
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled extraordinarily well in a way that not only gives me confidence in the safety of my child but also reassures me that my child (and his/her peers) are learning the early skills needed to socialize effectively with one another

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
There is artwork all around the school, the equipment is modern and up to date and the overall colors and feeling is warm and nurturing, mainly with student art.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.8)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

Safety

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Screen and identify all visitors

Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

Prescreening for criminal records

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages	Class Size	Days	Tuition
From 2 years to 5 years			$9600/Year
From 2 years to 5 years		Mon 1:00pm - 3:30pm Tue 1:00pm - 3:30pm Thu 1:00pm - 3:30pm	$7000/Year
From 2 years to 5 years			$9600/Year
From 2 years to 5 years		Mon 9am - 11:30pm Wed 9am - 11:30pm Fri 9am - 11:30pm	$7000/Year
From 2 years to 5 years		Tue 9am - 11:30pm Thu 9am - 11:30pm	$5400/Year

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

Extended day runs from 11:45 to 2:45. Two days of extended day is $2000. Three days of extended day is $3000.

In addition to the classes for 2, 3, and 4 year-olds, there is also a Stay and Play program offered for children twnety-months and older.

In addition to the yearly tuition, a one-time $500 payment to the Reserve Fund is required upon enrollment. A non-refundable enrollment fee is also due upon enrollment. It is credited toward tuition.

Calendar Year

School Year

9/12/-1 - 6/14/2006

Summer Program

06/2008 - 08/2008

Application & Admissions

Application Process

There is a wait list for upcoming school year.

Parent visits tours are: Mandatory (after application is complete)

Child interview process: Required for all applicants and takes the form of small group setting

Deadline for applications: December 1

Application fee: $40

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: Selective based on acceptances are based on an appropriate mixture of children in the classroom.

Financial aid is available.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 1 years and 8 months to enroll.

Inquiries accepted from September 1 onwards.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

Dalton, Friends Seminary, The Town School, Hunter, UNIS

Parents' Admission Tips

Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions

Parent #1
Acted normally, did not get caught up in the nonsense.

Parent #2
No