Grand Avenue Gateway Montessori School

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  • Telephone: (626) 593-5513

Summary

Contact Info

Grand Avenue Gateway Montessori School
4730 N. Grand Avenue
Covina , CA  91724
Tel: (626) 593-5513

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. One Star
Development of social skills and work habits One Star
Home-school connection Three Stars
Discipline One Star
Facilities Two and Half Star
Health One Star
Safety Three Stars
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

- Private bus service available


Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Two 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 (1.3) One Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions One Star
Ability to be a part of a group of children Two Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence One Star

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 - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - 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 - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
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 - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Physical activity - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
I rarely received any of my child's paperwork that was done during the class year.

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 (1.0) One Star

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
I couldn't believe that there were no formal parent to teacher meetings or other mass communication that would let me know what my child is learning in school. I felt that it was up to me to approach my child's teacher. It did not seem as though the administrators were interested in supporting my child through their growing process.

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

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

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
This facility often times has the AC running when it is pouring rain outside. My son often complains that he was feeling cold all day at school. As far as discipline goes, I've heard from both my child and other concerned parents, that the teachers harshly scold the children - almost to the point of yelling, and often mock other children in front of all the other children.

Health

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable One Star
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided One Star

Safety

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Two Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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