Children's Circle Day Care Center

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  • Telephone: (207) 941-2400

Summary

Contact Info

Children's Circle Day Care Center
89 Court Street
Bangor , ME  04401
Tel: (207) 941-2400

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

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 (2.5) Two and Half Star
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Two Stars

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)
Music room
Art room Check
Library
Playground Check

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

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Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions One Star
Ability to be a part of a group of children One Star
Self-sufficiency and independence One Star

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 - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - - - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Visual arts Free play - - - -
Physical activity Free play - - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (2.6) Two and Half Star
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Two Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Three Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Three Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Three Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Two Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Two Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Three Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Three Stars

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Not impressed with the employees that worked there during that time

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Three Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Three Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Three Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Three Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Abbreviated schedule at start of school year

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are encouraged to drop-in during specific times

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

-This preschool does not connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (1.0) One Star

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Shares information on matter related to our children (e.g. babysitter lists, pediatricians, extracurriculuar classes, etc.)

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Phone Calls

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (1.2) One Star
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled poorly in a way that makes me concerned about the safety of my child

Health

OVERALL RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Two Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Three Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (1.5) One and Half Star
Screen and identify all visitors Two Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others One Star

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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