A New Beginning Child Care Center

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  • Telephone: (901) 745-1927

Summary

Contact Info

A New Beginning Child Care Center
2657 Frisco Avenue
Memphis , TN  38114-0000
Tel: (901) 745-1927

Director: CRYSTAL MOORE

Parent Ratings

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

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

- Private bus service available


Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three Stars

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 (4.8) Four And Half 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
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 YES
Oral language - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Time & space - - - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Music - - - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Visual arts - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Physical activity - - - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.4) Four Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Four Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Four And Half Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Four And Half Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Four And Half Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Four And Half Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Four And Half Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Five Stars
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them Four Stars
Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn Four Stars
Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts Four Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Four And Half Stars

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 (5.0) Five Stars

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
My child's childcare facility was not specifically targeted as a learning center, but the staff incorporated learnig activities daily and even sends home craft projects and homework. The teachers have had a special bond with my child from day one. I was more upset that she was on her first day.

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

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (2.0) Two Stars

Parents:

- Are required to make donations ourselves

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Go on field trips

- Volunteer in the classroom

- Hold social events outside of the school (with and/or without children)

- Schedule family field trips

- 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

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five 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

Health

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

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four 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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