A+ Academics Preschool

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  • Telephone: (209) 544-8194

Summary

Contact Info

A+ Academics Preschool
1934 G Street
Modesto , CA  95354
Tel: (209) 544-8194

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Four Stars
Quality of teaching Five Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Four Stars
Home-school connection Three and Half Stars
Parent community One and Half Star
Discipline Four Stars
Facilities Three Stars
Health Four Stars
Safety Four And Half Stars
Handling of separation Four Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  3

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (3.4) Three Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four Stars
Outside play equipment Three Stars

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
My child has attended this center for a while and we are completely happy with all aspects of the program. The teachers are great and my child has grown in so many ways.

Parent #2
I love this school! My son has thrived and the teachers are great. I have absolutely no worries when I drop off my son off in the morning.

Parent #3
Teacher was rarely there to even get to know the kid much less deal with there issues.

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.2) Four Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Four Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Four Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Four Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Four Stars
Awareness of others’ feelings Four Stars
Cooperation with other children Four Stars

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Free Play Free Play Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure
Language -
Oral language - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - - - n/a
Storybook reading - - - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Music - - - - -
Visual arts - - - - -
Physical activity - - - - -
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
not well put together

Parent #2
very unique curriculum. Goes above and beyond our expectations.

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (5.0) Five Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Five Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Five Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Five Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Five Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Five Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Five Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Five Stars

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
not well put together

Parent #2
Great all the way around. Really knows my child and how to work with the individually to maximize their learning.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.7) Three and Half Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Two and Half Star
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three and Half Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Three and Half Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Three and Half Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Four Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
n/a

Parent #2
The teachers communicate effectively with the parents.

Parent #3
teachers always make my child feel welcome. we have never had an issue with seperation. the children that do have some minor issues with it, the teachers eem to handle very well.

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (1.7) One and Half Star

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Email

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.2) Four Stars
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's no playground really for the children to enjoy.

Parent #2
Very clean preschool.

Parent #3
teachers are always cleaning. The school looks brand new. all toys are kept in very good condition or thrown away.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.3) Four Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four And Half Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Four Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.7) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Five Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

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Parents' Admission Tips

Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions

Parent #1
n/a

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