Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church

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Contact Info

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
5631 North Adams Road
Bloomfield Hills , MI  48304
www.bslc.lutheran.com/

Tel: (248) 646-5041
Fax: (248) 646-5386

Director: Dawn Weise, Director
dweise@bslcmi.org

Admissions Director:
Dawn Weise

General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Check Mark Play-based with some structure
Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia

Application Information

Applications accepted While child is in utero, upon birth, after a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, after a face-to-face meeting at the school
Wait list No
Deadline for applications Rolling

Key Statistics

Total enrollment 24
Student/teacher ratio 4:1
Age cutoff for enrollment 2 months
Extended day No
School year Year round program

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

Eastover Elementary

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Director survey: Yes

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Basic Stats

Total enrollment 24
Student/teacher ratio 4:1
Established 1998

% of teachers with:

- Bachelors 75%
- Teaching credentials 50%
- CPR 5%
- First aid 5%

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Dropoff Procedure

- Parents walk their child into the classroom

- 7:00 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child

Late Pickup Policy: $10.00 late fee will be charged for every 15 minutes past 6:00 p.m.

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year Yes
• Children in the "young fives" age often choose to remain at our centr for a third year.
Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program No
Affiliated with a religious institution Yes
Teach religious concepts Yes
• We explain all faiths are welcomed and share our curriculum with the parents and exactly what their child will be learning.
Some experience serving children with special needs No

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Five Stars

Facilities Include:

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

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

We are a Christ-centered facility offering care from infancy through 5 .5 years. Our curriculum is play based and structured so all children feel loved and welcomed in their classroom.



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Infants set their own schedule by demand. Toddlers and preschool follow a daily schedule that includes circle time, music and movement, worship time, snack times, storytimes, lunch, nap and outdoor play.

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Play-based with some structure
Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia

Director's Comments

We believe children learn best through play and exploration. We have a nice balance between free choice and teacher-led instruction.

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.0) 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

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Free Play Free Play Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure
Language YES
Oral language - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - 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 - Free play with some structure - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - Free play with some structure - - YES
Music - Free play with some structure - - YES
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - YES
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught Jesus is our Lord and Savior. n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.8) Four And Half Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Five Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Four 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 Four Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Five Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Five Stars

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Individualized Teaching


Description of how teachers work with children who are
"behind," "excelling" or "different" from the majority of students

Each teacher takes personal pride in her classroom and the nurturing of the children in their care. Our staff has worked together for over six years and has an excellent rapport with parents.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.8) Four And Half Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Five Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Five Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Five Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

-This preschool does connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) Four Stars

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Receive newsletters

- Encourage play dates out of school

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

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Email

- 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 (3.8) Three and Half Stars
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled well in a way that gives me confidence in the safety of my child

Health

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Five Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Five Stars

Food Allergies

- We ask parents to provide child-safe snacks for their allergic child

Medications

- We keep their medication on hand at all times

Safety

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Five Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Five Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 2 months to
5 years 60 months
$0/Week
From 2 months to
5 years
$0/Week

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Calendar Year

School Year

Year round program

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: While child is in utero, upon birth, after a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, after a face-to-face meeting at the school

There is no wait list for upcoming school year.

Parent visits tours are: Recommended

Child interview process: Possible, at school's discretion and takes the form of small group setting

Parent interview process: Director-parent

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Application fee: $75

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: First-come basis  

Notification occurs: Immediately

Financial aid is not available.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 months to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

Eastover Elementary

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