Kinder Kastle Child Care Learning Center

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Summary

Contact Info

Kinder Kastle Child Care Learning Center
740 Middlesex Avenue
Metuchen , NJ  08840
www.kinderkastle.com

Tel: (732) 321-5558

Key Statistics

Extended day No

Parent Ratings

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



School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions One Star
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
One Star
Ability to be a part of a group of children One Star
Self-sufficiency and independence One Star
Awareness of others’ feelings One Star
Cooperation with other children 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 -
Oral language - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - - - n/a
Storybook reading - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - - - YES
Time & space - - - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - -
Music - - - - -
Visual arts - - - - -
Physical activity - - - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (2.9) Two and Half Star
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job One Star
Patient and affectionate with children Four Stars
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her Four Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Four Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day One Star
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Three Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Two Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off One Star
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute Four Stars
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them 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 third teacher hardly talks and rarely smiles.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three Stars

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 (1.0) One Star

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

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
bathroom toilets are left unflushed, teachers should keep a better eye in that area. Cubby areas, for sleeping items, don't seem to be cleaned, which I had to wipe out myself.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Four Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Three Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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