Marla's Daycare & Preschool

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  • Telephone: (231) 773-6591

Summary

Contact Info

Marla's Daycare & Preschool
3180 S. Dangl Rd.
Muskegon , MI  49444
Tel: (231) 773-6591

Director: Marla Punches
Redma4@aol.com

Admissions Director:
Marla Punches

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 After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, after a face-to-face meeting at the school
Wait list No
Deadline for applications Rolling

Key Statistics

Student/teacher ratio 1:6
Age cutoff for enrollment 3 years
Extended day Yes
School year 9/5/2008 - 6/5/2009
Summer Program -1/-1/-1 - -1/-1/-1

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Five Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Director survey: Yes

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Basic Stats

Student/teacher ratio 1:6
Established 2008

% of teachers with:

- Teaching credentials 100%
- 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

- 9:00 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child

Late Pickup Policy: Will discuss with parents if needed.

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year No
Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program No
Affiliated with a religious institution No
Some experience serving children with special needs No

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

Each and every child has the ability to learn. While providing a class filled with structure and open activities, children are encouraged to learn by participating in many hands on activities. While each child is different, accommodations will be made to make sure that each and every child's need is met and fulfilled.



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Although each day is different and brings much excitement, here is a sample of what each class may consist of:

9:00a.m. Meet & Greet
& provided activity (puzzles, blocks, ect.)

9:20a.m. Circle time
Calendar, Story, Letters & Sounds ..ect.

9:45a.m. Snack time

10:00a.m. Art Activity/Science activity

10:25a.m. Music

10:40a.m. Guided Free play/Outside

11:10a.m. Pick up and get ready for dismissal

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

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

Director's Comments

Each child has the ability to learn wonders! As each child is different, so is the way they learn. Children learn best by doing things themselves with additional structured corresponding activities encouraged by the teacher.

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 Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - Free play with some structure Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - Free play with some structure Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - Free play with some structure Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - Free play with some structure - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - Free play with some structure Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Music Free play - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Visual arts - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Physical activity Free play - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Individualized Teaching


Description of how teachers work with children who are
"behind," "excelling" or "different" from the majority of students

Every child is different. Some children excel faster than others, which is wonderful. For the students who are right on track or may need a little extra boost, it will be provided. Extra help may consist of sitting one on one and working with them or encouraging them by asking questions in their activities such as free play and circle.

Home School Connection

Director's Comments

As is any communication, hearing about a child's progress and day is crucial. Each day parents will have an opportunity to speak with me when picking their child up after dismissal. Parent meetings or phone can also be arranged. Each month a newsletter will be sent home with updates about what we are/will be learning, news, at home activities that parents can do with their children.

Separation

Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Home visits by teachers
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
- Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
- Parents in classroom early on

Director's and Parents' Comments

Director's Comments

If a child needs an extra minute to spend hugging their mom or dad, that is great; however, we do not encourage parents to sit and talk to their children for periods of time. Often a child who has separation anxiety will find that starting a new routine is hard but if they have something special to start with them, it sometimes makes it easier. If a child needs to bring that special bear from home, during the meet and greet time, that child may do nothing but hug that bear if they choose, but once activities get started most children are excited to be involved as every other child. More accommodations can be made if needed.

Discipline, Health and Safety

Overview


Director's Description of Approach Toward Discipline


Most of the time situations that require discipline can be fixed with redirecting the child. In some cases a quiet spot may be necessary for 2 minutes.

Food Allergies

- We do not allow certain foods in the classroom

- We keep special snacks for allergic children

Medications

- Depends on the medication, but parents are notified first

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 3 years to
4 years
6 $0/Week

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

Daycare is available from 7:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Calendar Year

School Year

9/5/2008 - 6/5/2009

Summer Program

-1/-1/-1 - -1/-1/-1

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, after a face-to-face meeting at the school

There is no wait list for upcoming school year.

Parent visits tours are: Mandatory (after application is complete)

Child interview process: Required for all applicants and takes the form of small group setting

Parent interview process: Director-teacher-parent

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: First-come basis  

Notification occurs: Immediately

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 3 years to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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