Little Ones Child Care Center

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  • Telephone: (231) 947-1988

Summary

Contact Info

Little Ones Child Care Center
2555 Garfield Road North
Traverse City , MI  49686
Tel: (231) 947-1988

Application Information

Applications accepted After a face-to-face meeting at the school
Wait list No
Deadline for applications Rolling

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 2 years and 6 months
School year Year round program

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  2

Director survey: Yes

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 (2.3) Two Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three Stars
Outside play equipment One Star

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 (2.2) Two Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Two and Half Star
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Three Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Two Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Two and Half Star
Awareness of others’ feelings One Star
Cooperation with other children Two 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 - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - Free play with some structure - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Time & space - - - - -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - -
Music - - - - -
Visual arts - - - - -
Physical activity - - - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



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 Four Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Three Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Four Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Three and Half Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Five Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (3.5) Three and Half Stars

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0) Three Stars

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.2) Three 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

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
An awful experience!

Health

OVERALL RATING (2.8) Two and Half Star
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Three and Half Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly One Star

Safety

OVERALL RATING (2.8) Two and Half Star
Screen and identify all visitors Two and Half Star
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Three Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 2 years 5 months to
6 years
Mon 6:30am - 6pm
Tue 6:30am - 6pm
Wed 6:30am - 6pm
Thu 6:30am - 6pm
Fri 6:30am - 6pm
$0/Week

Calendar Year

School Year

Year round program

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: 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: None

Parent interview process: Director-parent

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Application fee: $25.00

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: First-come basis  

Notification occurs: Rolling

Financial aid is available.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 years and 6 months to enroll.

Child must be potty trained to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



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