Summary

Contact Info

Children's Courtyard (N. Mopac)
12336 N Mo Pac Expy
Austin , TX 78758
www.childrenscourtyard.com/

Tel: (512) 339-0727

Director: Ann Haub
ahaub@childrenscourtyard.com

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Application Information

Applications accepted

While child is in utero, upon birth, after a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school

Wait list

Yes

Key Statistics

Extended day

Yes

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

Summit , Wells Branch, Parmer Lane

Parent Ratings

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

Quality of teaching

Development of social skills and work habits

Home-school connection

Parent community

Discipline

Facilities

Health

Safety

Handling of separation

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed: 3

Director survey: Yes

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Basic Stats

Established

2000

% of teachers with:

- Bachelors

2%

- Masters

1%

- Teaching credentials

1%

- 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

- 6:30 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child

Late Pickup Policy: $1 per minute late

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year	Yes
• Incorporate computers, use DLM Express by McGraw Hill curriculum which is designed to get children read for Kind

Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program

No

Affiliated with a religious institution

No

Some experience serving children with special needs	Yes
• Yes depending on disability. Serve children with behavior needs and some physical needs

Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children

Yes

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (3.3)

Building, bathrooms, hallway

Classroom equipment and furniture

Outside play equipment

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)

Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)

Music room

Art room

Library

Playground

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

The Children's Courtyard is dedicated to providing the highest quality early childhood development and care. Our innovative approach is exemplified in our beautiful home-like settings that are warm and inviting. Our classrooms are furnished with state-of-the-art, age appropriate equipment designed to meet children's developmental needs.

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Starts with breakfast (choice), group time, center/activity time (choices for children), outside time, center/activity time again, small group time, lunch, nap, outside time, center/activity time

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (2.6)

This school has increased my child's:

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to sit still for longer periods of time

Ability to be a part of a group of children

Self-sufficiency and independence

Awareness of others’ feelings

Cooperation with other children

Curriculum and Teaching Approach


Language					YES
Oral language	-	-	-	-	n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs	-	-	-	-	n/a
Storybook reading	-	-	-	-	n/a
Emerging literacy skills	-	-	-	-	n/a

Cognitive Development					n/a
Math and number sense	-	-	-	-	YES
Time & space	-	-	-	-	YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-	-	-	-	YES
Music	-	-	-	-	YES

Visual arts	-	-	-	-	YES
Physical activity	-	-	-	-	YES

Other subjects taught	3 years and up have Spanish in curriculum Infants - 3 years - sign language				n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (3.0)

Full of energy and seemingly happy in job

Patient and affectionate with children

Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her

Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior

Provides feedback on what my child does during the day

Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate

Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses

If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off

Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts

Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children

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

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.6)

Conducts an open house at start of school year

Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year

Conducts regular parent teacher conferences

Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year

Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year

Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools

Director's Comments

We conduct formal Parent/Teacher conferences twice a year and informaal conferences are conducted as needs. We also distribute monthly newsletters to parents.

Separation

OVERALL RATING (2.5)

Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
- Parents in classroom early on

Director's and Parents' Comments

Director's Comments

We have an open house and encourage parents to visit classrooms. We offer a free day for parents/children to try out our school.

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0)

Parents:

- Receive newsletters

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
None

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Email

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.3)
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled extraordinarily well in a way that not only gives me confidence in the safety of my child but also reassures me that my child (and his/her peers) are learning the early skills needed to socialize effectively with one another

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
There is a very nice playground but one large area has been "under repair" for over a year.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.3)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

Food Allergies

- We do not allow certain foods in the classroom

- We keep special snacks for allergic children

- If child has many allgeries, parents can bring in store bought food for child

Medications

- We keep their medication on hand at all times

- Need doctor's note

Safety

OVERALL RATING (3.5)

Screen and identify all visitors

Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages	Class Size	Days	Tuition
From 4 years to 5 years	28		$94/Week
From 4 years to 5 years	28		$125/Week
From 4 years to 5 years	28	Tue 6:30am - 6:30pm Thu 6:30am - 6:30pm	$118/Week
From 4 years to 5 years	28	Mon 6:30am - 6:30pm Wed 6:30am - 6:30pm Fri 6:30am - 6:30pm	$134/Week
From 4 years to 5 years	28		$179/Week
From 3 years to 3 years 11 months	24		$82/Week
From 3 years to 3 years 11 months	24		$94/Week
From 3 years to 3 years 11 months	25		$125/Week
From 3 years to 3 years 11 months	24	Tue 6:30am - 6:30pm Thu 6:30am - 6:30pm	$118/Week
From 3 years to 3 years 11 months	24	Mon 6:30am - 6:30pm Wed 6:30am - 6:30pm Fri 6:30am - 6:30pm	$134/Week
From 3 years to 3 years 11 months	24		$179/Week
From 2 years 7 months to 3 years	20		$85/Week
From 2 years 7 months to 3 years	20		$96/Week
From 2 years 7 months to 3 years	20		$128/Week
From 2 years 7 months to 3 years	20	Tue 6:30am - 6:30pm Thu 6:30am - 6:30pm	$121/Week
From 2 years 7 months to 3 years	20	Mon 6:30am - 6:30pm Wed 6:30am - 6:30pm Fri 6:30am - 6:30pm	$138/Week
From 2 years 7 months to 3 years	20		$184/Week
From 1 years 10 months to 2 years 6 months	15		$91/Week
From 1 years 10 months to 2 years 6 months	15		$103/Week
From 1 years 10 months to 2 years 6 months	15		$138/Week
From 1 years 10 months to 2 years 6 months	15	Tue 6:30am - 6:30pm Thu 6:30am - 6:30pm	$125/Week
From 1 years 10 months to 2 years 6 months	15	Mon 6:30am - 6:30pm Wed 6:30am - 6:30pm Fri 6:30am - 6:30pm	$147/Week
From 1 years 10 months to 2 years 6 months	15		$196/Week
From 1 years 1 months to 1 years 9 months	10		$200/Week
From 2 months to 1 years	8		$218/Week
From 4 years to 5 years	28		$82/Week

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: While child is in utero, upon birth, after a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school

There is a wait list for upcoming school year. • Call parents to let them know how they look on the list.

Parent visits tours are: Recommended

Child interview process: None

Application fee: $75

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: First-come basis

Financial aid is not available.

Age/Child Requirements

Child does not need to be potty trained to enroll.

Director's views on diversity:
Very diverse center

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

Summit , Wells Branch, Parmer Lane