Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.4)

Conducts an open house at start of school year

Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year

Conducts regular parent teacher conferences

Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year

Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year

Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools

We have a variety of home-school connection avenues such as: a book-borrowing program; occupations and hobbies presentations by parents; the afternoon snack program; parents may also serve on a board of directors.

Separation

OVERALL RATING (4.5)

Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Home visits by teachers
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
- Small group sessions
- Abbreviated schedule at start of school year

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parent #1
An excellent preschool with teachers who have been around for 10-20 years. They are invested and dedicated.

Parent #2
The school is very flexible in handling the separation process. They assist in identifying what makes the separation process easier. It is a year round school so the process only has to be undertaken when the child first starts school.

Parent #3
monthly newsletters, parent participation encouraged, daily communication

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0)
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

Overview

Director's Description of Approach Toward Discipline

Director's Response to a Sample Discipline Scenario

Description of how teachers handle the following scenario: Child A and Child B are good friends and usually play together. One day, Child A decides to play with Child C and tells Child B, 'I don't want to play with you today. I'm playing with Child C instead.'

There are too many unknown factors, for example previous behavior/actions, by the children to answer this question. However, I will state that we believe that through their interactions with each other, children develop the social skills that enable them to function well in a group setting. The children develop listening and sharing skills, respect for each other and learn to solve problems and conflicts, with teacher guidance. The small group size maintenance of peer groups through the year provide the ideal environment for continued development of these skills. We encourage children to 'use their words' and assist them in acknowledging feelings and creating solutions to interpersonal interactions, as developmentally appropriate for each child involved in any given situation.

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parent #1
This is a small school with a new play structure outside. I initially thought it was too small inside but then I realized (after putting her in another larger school) that many children this age feel better in smaller spaces. She loves it.

Parent #2
Facilities improvements have been made throughout our time at the school including new refrigerator and furnace, playground improvement, re-do kids bathroom, new windows and shades, and other upgrades that show thought and care.

Parent #3
Major cleaning and building upkeep are undertaken by the parents at least 2X a year. Recently installed new outdoor play area including water play and hanging bars.

Parent #4
Some of the toys and equipment are a little worn in but I think this is good for the kids. It feels very real and homey.

Extended Care

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

Extended care is 7:30-8:00 am ($50 month/5 days; $40 month/4 days; $30 month/3 days) or 5:30-6:00 pm ($50 month/5 days; $40 month/4 days; $30 month/3 days).

Application Process

Admissions Process