Teddy Bear's Playhouse

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  • Telephone: (810) 225-9440

Summary

Contact Info

Teddy Bear's Playhouse
10068 Spencer Road
Brighton , MI  48114
Tel: (810) 225-9440
Fax: (810) 669-6880

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  2

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.2) Four Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three and Half Stars

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Inconsistant lead teachers, high turn-overs, state laws are not followed consistantly, horrible teacher to parent involvement, Administration fails to communicate properly to parents and my childrens teachers

Parent #2
Teddy Bear's Playhouse has an excellent daycare and pre-school program. I truly cannot say enough great things. They teach Spanish at no additional cost.

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 (5.0) Five Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Five Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Five Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Five Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Five 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 - - - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - Free play with some structure - - -
Time & space - Free play with some structure - - -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - -
Music - Free play with some structure - - -
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - -
Physical activity - - - - -
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Not quite sure on how curriculum is done in the center

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
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Five Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.9) Three and Half Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Four Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Three and Half 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 Five Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
There arent any

Drop-in Policy

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

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0) Three Stars

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school


Parents' Comments

Parent #1
None

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.4) 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
It doesnt seem like there are enough toys in the room, or new toys

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.8) Four And Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four And Half Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Five Stars

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



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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