the director is available at opening or closing to speak with parents. we are in constant communication about their child, their progress and thier behavior. each parent has directors home phone and cell phone so questions can be answered immediately. parents join students during the day for breakfast twice a year and for night time parties approximately 2-3 times a year. We work as partners in the develpment of the children

Director's and Parents' Comments

Director's Comments

To prevent seperation issues a parent must feel totally comfortable with their choice for child care. A child will take their cues from the parents. if the parent is nervous and worried the child will sense this. The director makes the parent feel comfortable and at home and reassures the parent that they may call every 5 minutes after drop off.
we remind them that at drop off they should seem happy,and confident they have made the right choice. A staff member will take the child from the parent let them say their last good byes and than distract the child with activites. We ask that the parent leave quickly. A child usually calms down within 6 minutes.

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.8)
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled well in a way that gives me confidence in the safety of my child

Overview

Director's Description of Approach Toward Discipline

we try to avoid having to discipline by having enough staff, keeping the children engaged in activities and by feeding them every 2-3 hours. if there is a problem we try to refocus the children having a problem. If it is an issue of hurting eachother either physically or emotionally, we try to teach the children empathy and how to be a good friend. We encourage our children to try to handle things on thier own and to expect their friends to treat them well

Director's Response to a Sample Discipline Scenario

Description of how teachers handle the following scenario: Child A and Child B are good friends and usually play together. One day, Child A decides to play with Child C and tells Child B, 'I don't want to play with you today. I'm playing with Child C instead.'

Encourage child a to play togetherwith both b and c
Encourage child b to play with a new friend

Extended Care

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

child care center offers flexible scheduling for children 6 weeks to 12 years. we offer full and part time preschool and before and after care and summer camp. we have a unique approach to child care which we would love to share with you. please call diana for a tour and interview. 732-248-4143. Our tuition covers all fees such as snacks, meals, soccer and gym programs and includes the entire day from 7am - 7 pm.

Application Process

Admissions Process