Summary

Contact Info

Council Oaks Preschool
1004 N. Mays
Round Rock , TX 78680
www.fumc-rr.org/nurture/childrenMinistries/cop/

Tel: (512) 255-9568

Director: Sandy Childs
sandy@fumc-rr.org

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

After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school

Wait list

No

Deadline for applications

February -1

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment

1 years and 3 months

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: 2

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.0)

Building, bathrooms, hallway

Classroom equipment and furniture

Outside play equipment

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

Our Purpose

Our purpose is to develop an enthusiastic attitude toward learning. It is our desire that we help each child become aware of God's love, and in so doing, help them know what a special person he or she is through that love.
Our Philosophy

Council Oak Preschool offers activities and experiences planned for the growth and development of the whole child. This includes social, emotional, physical and cognitive stages of development.

Each child is unique and at a different stage of development. Council Oak Preschool (COP) will work to assess and meet the needs of every child on an individual basis, providing the most appropriate approach for each student.

We strive to provide opportunities for each child to develop positive self-concept, be accepting of others, be curious, be expressive, feel loved, feel secure, and be full participants in God's world.

Our program is carefully planned for the needs of young children. Activities include stories, music, art, crafts, finger plays, stretch and grow, grames and other various experiences that meet the needs of children and stimulate their learning. We offer a balance between free and structured play, quiet and active times, indoor and outdoor activities, along with group and individual experiences.

Council Oak Preschool is licensed by the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and follows the minimum standards as set forth by the state of Texas at all times. All staff is certified in CPR/First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention Training, along with an additional fifteen hours of training each year.

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source

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 (4.5)

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					-
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	-		-	-	-
Time & space	-	-	-	-	-
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-	-	-	-	-
Music	-	-	-	-	-

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

Other subjects taught					n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (5.0)

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

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.3)

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

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
My child's teacher called and talked with me before the school year started. She wanted to know about my child's interests and challenges. She then wrote my child a letter to say hello before school started and made reference to things my child was interested in. This made an immediate connection with my child and made the transition smooth and built excitement around going to school. My child's teacher informally updated me on a frequent basis as to my child's experience at school. She called me if she noticed anything out of the ordinary.

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (5.0)

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Email

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

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

Health

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5)

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 5 years to 6 years	12	Tue 8:30am - 2pm Wed 8:30am - 2pm Thu 8:30am - 2pm Fri 8:30am - 2pm	$285/Year
From 4 years to 5 years		Mon 9am - 2pm Wed 9am - 2pm Fri 9am - 2pm	$230/Month
From 3 years to 4 years		Mon 9am - 2pm Wed 9am - 2pm Fri 9am - 2pm	$230/Month
From 2 years to 3 years		Mon 9am - 2pm Wed 9am - 2pm Fri 9am - 2pm	$230/Month
From 1 years 3 months to 1 years 11 months		Mon 9am - 2pm Wed 9am - 2pm	$190/Month
From 4 years to 5 years	12	Tue 9am - 2pm Thu 9am - 2pm	$190/Year
From 3 years to 4 years	10	Tue 9am - 2pm Thu 9am - 2pm	$190/Year
From 2 years to 3 years	10	Tue 9am - 2pm Thu 9am - 2pm	$190/Year
From 1 years 3 months to 1 years 11 months	8	Tue 9am - 2pm Thu 9am - 2pm	$190/Year

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school

There is no wait list for upcoming school year.

Parent visits tours are: Mandatory (in order to receive application)

Child interview process: None

Parent interview process: Director-parent

Deadline for applications: February -1

Application fee: $100

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: Selective based on siblings and current students have an early registration period.

Notification occurs: Immediately

Financial aid is available.

Savvy Source's Comments

Comments

Application fee for 2 days is $50; for 3 days is $75. Registration fee is non-refundable, but is not taken until child is guaranteed a spot.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 1 years and 3 months to enroll.

Child does not need to be potty trained to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

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