First United Methodist Preschool

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  • Telephone: (254) 772-5636

Summary

Contact Info

First United Methodist Preschool
4901 Cobbs
Waco , TX  76710
Tel: (254) 772-5636

Director: Susan Barnett
Preschool@fumcwaco.org

Parent Ratings

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


Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Five Stars

Facilities Include:

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

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Dedicated and loving teachers

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 (4.0) 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

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 - 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 - - -
Music - Free play with some structure - - YES
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - -
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
The curriculum has a nice balance of Teacher led activities and a childs natural curiosity. "Circle Time" provideds songs,calendar,stories, and a time for children to share thier experiences in a loving accepting settting. Prayer at mealtimes loving interactions God's love abounds at Kids Kastle

Quality of Teaching



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Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.2) Four Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Two 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 Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Five Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Small group sessions

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
The staff at Kids Kastle welcome families
Teachers are available


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

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (5.0) Five Stars

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Voice Mail

- Email

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up


Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Most anytime I had questions

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