Baylor School for Children

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  • Neighborhood: Downtown
  • Telephone: (214) 820-7277

Summary

Contact Info

Baylor School for Children
3939 Crutcher Street
Dallas , TX  75246
Tel: (214) 820-7277
Fax: (214) 820-1686

Director: Linda Laws-Nuckols
lg.laws-nuckols@baylorhealth.edu

General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Check Mark Play-based with some structure
Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia

Application Information

Applications accepted While child is in utero, upon birth
Wait list Yes
Deadline for applications Rolling

Key Statistics

Total enrollment 96
Student/teacher ratio 14:1
Age cutoff for enrollment 2 months
Extended day Yes
School year Year round program

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

First Baptist Academy, St. John's Episcopal School, Lakehill Preparatory School

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  6

Director survey: Yes

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Basic Stats

Total enrollment 96
Student/teacher ratio 14:1
Established 1983
Average tenure for teachers 13 yrs.

% of teachers with:

- Bachelors 25%
- Masters 0%
- Teaching credentials 75%
- CPR 100%
- First aid 100%

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Dropoff Procedure

- Parents walk their child into the classroom

- 6:00 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child

Late Pickup Policy: Late fees apply

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year Yes
• The program is the same.
Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program Yes
Affiliated with a religious institution No
Some experience serving children with special needs Yes
• We accept tube fed babies, and teachers are trained on feedings.

Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children Yes

Other Accreditations

NAEYC

Other Memberships

Childcare in Healthcare

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.3) Four Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Four Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four Stars
Outside play equipment Four And Half Stars

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached) Check
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) Check
Music room
Art room
Library
Playground Check

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

Baylor School for Children was designed to provide a safe and loving environmentfor young children and to recognize the importanceof each child's family. The program nurtures each child's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth and works with parents to establish strong bonds of personal respect and positive suport for each other. Baylor School for Children's goal is to be available and responsive to the children and parents, and all policies, procedures and decisions are based on the best interest of the children in the program.



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Students may begin arriving at 6:00 a.m. and play until 7:45, when children move outside for outdoor playtime. Breakfast is at 8:15. Music is at 8:45. Pledge and Roll Call is at 9:05. Center Time is from 9:15-10:00. Circle and small group time is from 10:00 until 10:45. Outside playtime is at 10:45. 11:30 is preparing for and eating lunch. 12:30 is naptime until 2:30. Snack is at 2:45. Center time is from 3:00 to 4:00. Outdoor play is from 4:00 to 5:00. Snack at 5:00.

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Play-based with some structure
Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.4) Four 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
 Four Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Four Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Four Stars
Awareness of others’ feelings Four And Half Stars
Cooperation with other children Four And Half 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 - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Storybook reading - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - Free play with some structure - - YES
Time & space - Free play with some structure - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - Free play with some structure - - YES
Music - Free play with some structure - - YES
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - YES
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught Gymnastics and computer classes are available. Swimming lessons are available at the Landry Center in the spring. n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.9) Four And Half Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Four And Half Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Five Stars
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her Five Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Five 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
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute Four And Half Stars
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them Four And Half Stars
Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn Five Stars
Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts Five Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Five Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.3) Four Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Five Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Five Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Two Stars
Director's Comments
Savvy Source's Comments

Parents are encouraged to become involved through regular parent-teacher conferences, school visits, and attending parent-teacher advisory committee meetings.

Separation

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
We LOVE Baylor School for Children. The teachers are very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and compassionate. The school has a great curriculum for each class, engages in educational field trips, and provides a safe, friendly learning environment. The only caveat: a child's parent must be a Baylor employee to attend.

Parent #2
Our school is part of the daycare, so there are no big changes to my children's schedule.

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.8) Three and Half Stars

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Go on field trips

- Volunteer in the classroom

- 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

- Voice Mail

- Email

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up


Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Weekly handouts

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.2) 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

Overview


Director's Description of Approach Toward Discipline


We use re-direction to re-direct children when we see a problem. We use time-out when needed.

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Sick children that are not contagious are allowed, which is appropriate. Allergies, minor colds, etc. are expected as part of preschool life.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.6) Four And Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Five Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Four And Half Stars

Food Allergies

- We ask parents to provide child-safe snacks for their allergic child

Medications

- We keep their medication on hand at all times

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.7) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Five Stars
• Baylor provides all screening abd Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 5 years to
6 years 		18 $110/Week
From 4 years to
5 years 		15 $155/Week
From 3 years to
4 years 		14 $155/Week
From 2 years to
3 years 		11 $170/Week
From 1 years to
2 years 		9 $205/Week

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

Infants and toddlers' price includes diapers, and Baylor will provide a monthly tuition subsidy of $27 for parents of infants and toddlers. For 2 year olds, Baylor will provide its employees a montly tuition subsidy of $26. For age 3 through age 5, Baylor provides a monthly tuition subsidy of $25. There is no subsidy for kindergarten children.

Calendar Year

School Year

Year round program

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: While child is in utero, upon birth

There is a wait list for upcoming school year. • The Baylor employee must fill out an application card. All cards are filed according to child's age and the date application is received. The only children given priority are siblings of children currently enrolled in the program.

Parent visits tours are: Mandatory (in order to receive application)

Child interview process: None

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Application fee: $0

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: Siblings of children currently enrolled in program are given priority  

Notification occurs: Immediately;when opening occurs

Parents must submit deposit within the following timeframe of receiving notification of acceptance: 1 week

Financial aid is not available.

Director's Comments

Comments

Our program is only available to employees of Baylor Healthcare System.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 months to enroll.

Child does not need to be potty trained to enroll.

Director's views on diversity:
We have many nationalities represented including white, African-American,Asian, Hispanic, and Indian.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

First Baptist Academy, St. John's Episcopal School, Lakehill Preparatory School

Parents' Admission Tips

Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions

Parent #1
Be a full-time employee of Baylor.

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