The Shepherd's Fold

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  • Telephone: (717) 632-2676

Summary

Contact Info

The Shepherd's Fold
603 Wilson Avenue
Hanover , PA  17331
Tel: (717) 632-2676

Director: (Calvary bible church)

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. One Star
Quality of teaching Two Stars
Development of social skills and work habits One and Half Star
Home-school connection Three Stars
Parent community One Star
Discipline One Star
Facilities Three Stars
Health Four Stars
Safety Two 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 (3.3) Three Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three Stars
Outside play equipment Four Stars

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 (1.8) One and Half Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Two Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Two Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Two Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Two Stars
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 - - - - 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 - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - -
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (2.1) Two Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job One Star
Patient and affectionate with children Three Stars
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her Four Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Three Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day One Star
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Three Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses One Star
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off One Star

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

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

Separation

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are not encouraged to drop-in

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

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- 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 (4.0) Four Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Four Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Screen and identify all visitors Four 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

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

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Parents' Admission Tips

Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions

Parent #1
long waiting list

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