Summary
Contact Info
Little Lamb Ministries Preschool and Full Daycare
505 Driscoll Rd
Fremont
, CA
94539
www.bridgescc.org
Tel:
(510) 656-1359
Fax:
(510) 651-3049
Director:
Diane Johnson
dianej@bridgescc.org
General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, after a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Student/teacher ratio |
8:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 years and 9 months |
| School year |
9/8/2009 - 7/30/2010 |
| Summer Program |
6/22/2009 - 7/30/2009 |
Kindergarten Placement
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Quality of teaching |
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| Development of social skills and work habits |
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| Home-school connection |
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| Parent community |
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| Discipline |
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| Facilities |
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| Health |
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| Safety |
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| Handling of separation |
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed:
6
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Basic Stats
| Student/teacher ratio |
8:1
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% of teachers with:
| - Teaching credentials |
20%
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Transportation and Drop-off Policies
Transportation
Dropoff Procedure
Features of the Preschool
| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program |
No
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| Affiliated with a religious institution |
Yes
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| Teach religious concepts |
Yes
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| • Our lessons include a character trait each month such as kindness, etc. We present bible stories that depict the character trait of the month. We use our character traits to encourage appropriate social behavior. We keep our bible lessons simple and age appropriate, so they are not confusing to children from different faiths. |
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| Some experience serving children with special needs |
Yes
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| • We work with parents and other professionals to develop a plan in helping each child to find success in our program. |
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Accreditation, Membership & Awards
| Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children |
No
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Other Memberships
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.9) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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Facilities Include:
| Classrooms (with bathroom attached) |
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| Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) |
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Playground
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Director's Comments
Question to director: Do you have any additional thoughts on what parents should consider when looking at your school? Is there any advice that you would like to provide to prospective parents?
We are now offering an option of hot lunches that can be ordered online through Nob Hill Catering and delivered to the school daily.
I would encourage parents who are looking for childcare to visit the school and observe the environment. The children should be happy overall and the teachers should be engaged with the children showing positive feelings toward them.
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Nurturing and caring teachers ...all in all a wonderful experience for the parent and the child
Parent #2
Teachers are very caring and they have a wonderful curriculum that really prepares the kids for Kindergarten.
Parent #3
I think Little Lamb Preschool is absolutely wonderful. The teachers are great with the kids, the office staff is very friendly, the classrooms are bright, clean and fun and the class curriculum is all age appropriate and fun for the kids. I can't come up with any weaknesses.
Parent #4
Wonderful caring staff. Developmentally appropriate activities. Safe environment. Little Lamb did an excellent job preparing both of my kids for kindergarten.
Parent #5
Little Lamb has been a great preschool for my son. They have a strong balance of nurturing and loving the children along with encouraging social and academic growth. I am completely confident that my son is well loved and cared for. I also know that the staff at Little Lamb really care for his developmental growth as well as his character, which is difficult to find in a preschool.
Parent #6
Both of my children attended Little Lamb Preschool (2 years each). They both graduated Little Lamb fully prepared for Kindergarten. My children excel in all subjects and I firmly believe it is due to the high level of education they received at Little Lamb. If you choose to send your child to LL, you will be giving your child a great educational start.
Melodee
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.2) |
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| Full of energy and seemingly happy in job |
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| Patient and affectionate with children |
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| Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior |
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| Provides feedback on what my child does during the day |
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| Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate |
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| Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses |
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| If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off |
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| Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them |
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| Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn |
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| Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts |
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| Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children |
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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Teacher #1 is wonderful with her students and it is clear that she truly cares for each and every child in the class. She is familiar with each child's unique qualities and gently encourages them to grow in their areas of weakness and praises them for their strengths.
Parent #2
All the teachers that both my children had/has during their time at Little Lamb have been absolutely wonderful. They are very caring, compassionate, understanding and great with the kids. They really have a way of making all the children feel safe and comfortable. This is my second child's last year here and I am really going to miss all the teachers and the school!!
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (3.5) |
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Director's Comments
We have an Open House once per year. We have parent-teacher meetings to give feedback on the child's progress in areas including academics and social skills. We also have a monthly newsletter that provides information on monthly themes and activities. Each class posts a monthly curriculum calendar that details daily activities. Parents are free to converse with teachers and/ or the director at any time. E-mail may also be used.
Separation
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Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
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Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Director's Comments
Parents are required to bring their children for a short visit prior to registering. In addition, they are invited to bring them back for additional brief visits. We have three teachers in every classroom, which enables staff to be available to comfort children who are having difficulty.
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (4.2) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (4.8) |
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| 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
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Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The facilities at Little Lamb are in excellent condition and well maintained. It is always clean and and safe. The playground is a good size. Big enough, but not too big and is one of the best I've seen in the area.
Parent #2
I feel very comfortable and confident with the entire staff at Little Lamb, that they will ensure my child is happy and safe at all times.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable |
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| Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided
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Food Allergies
Medications
Safety
| OVERALL RATING (4.9) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors
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| • All staff members have fingerprinting and a background check through the Department of Justice. |
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
From
4 years
to
5 years
9 months
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24 |
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$860/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
9 months
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27 |
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$480/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
9 months
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27 |
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$280/Month |
From
3 years
to
4 years
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20 |
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$860/Month |
From
2 years
9 months
to
5 years
9 months
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27 |
Tue 8:30am - 11:45am
Thu 8:30am - 11:45am
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$200/Month |
From
2 years
9 months
to
5 years
9 months
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20 |
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$685/Month |
From
2 years
9 months
to
5 years
9 months
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20 |
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$775/Month |
From
2 years
9 months
to
5 years
9 months
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20 |
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$400/Month |
Extended Care
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
We offer a extended preschool option that is from 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Fees are as follows-
2 days per wk. $300 per mo.
3 days per wk. $380 per mo.
5 days per wk. $650 per mo.
Calendar Year
School Year
Summer Program
Application & Admissions
Application Process
Admissions Process
Director's Comments
Comments
We offer a sliding scale fee for single parents. Parent interview and documentation of income are required for consideration for discounted tuition.
