Primrose School of Cedar Park West

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Summary

Contact Info

Primrose School of Cedar Park West
2021 Little Elm Trail
Cedar Park , TX  78613
www.myprimroseschool/cedarparkwest.com

Tel: (512) 250-2400

Director: Sara Kiehl

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. One Star
Quality of teaching Three Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Two and Half Star
Home-school connection Three Stars
Parent community One Star
Discipline Two and Half Star
Facilities Three Stars
Health Four Stars
Safety Two Stars
Handling of separation Three 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 (3.0) Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three Stars

Facilities Include:

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

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 (2.8) Two and Half Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Three Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Two Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Three Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Three 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 - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - Free play with some structure - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - Free play with some structure - - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - -
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (3.4) Three Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Three Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Four Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Three Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Three Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Three Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Three Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Four Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Four Stars

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
The teachers seem very affectionate and caring but seem stressed due to too many other tasks that need to be done outside of the care of the children.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.2) Three Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Two Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Three Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Three Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Parents in classrooms early on

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy

General Parent Education

-This preschool does connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (1.0) One Star

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are mostly handled in a competent way, though there have been a few exceptions that from time to time have made me worried about the safety of my child

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
My child was constantly sick and so were the poor teachers because they allow sick children to stay at the school.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (2.0) Two Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Three Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others One Star

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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