Summary
Contact Info
Gethsemane Lutheran Children's Center
200 W Anderson Ln
Austin
, TX
78752
www.glcmchildcare.com
Tel:
(512) 339-6335
Fax:
(512) 339-8180
Director:
Valerie Johnson
glcm@sbcglobal.net
General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
Upon birth |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 months |
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Quality of teaching |
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| Development of social skills and work habits |
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| Home-school connection |
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| Parent community |
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| Discipline |
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| Facilities |
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| Health |
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| Safety |
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| Handling of separation |
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed:
8
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.2) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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| Outside play equipment |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Strengths: Great teachers, good curriculum
Parent #2
Absolutely love, love, love the infant program. I could not be happier with the care and love my daughter received.
Parent #3
loving, calm, caring, friendly director and staff
Parent #4
The teachers in the infant room seem nice upon meeting but after doing occational "surprise" visits to my child, I witnessed very harsh tones of voices and actions towards the children in the nursery.
Parent #5
Wonderful teachers, good balance between play and structure. Like incorporation of weekly chapel and music
Parent #6
Gethsemane is a non-profit, Lutheran daycare, with very dedicated staff and teachers. It does need parent involvement and fundraising in order to keep tuition reasonable, and always faces the challenges of needing supplies, equipment, etc. But not anything that seems out of line or extraordinary. We love this school, and have recommended it to many, many families.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
Gethsemane Lutheran Children's Ministry (GLCM) is designed to meet the needs of children through a variety of activities and experiences while providing an environment which emphasizes the basic Christian values of love, trust, peace, cooperation and human respect which help us to build the strong and thriving community in which we live.
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.2) |
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| Full of energy and seemingly happy in job |
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| Patient and affectionate with children |
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| Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her |
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| Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior |
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| Provides feedback on what my child does during the day |
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| Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate |
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| Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses |
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| If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off |
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| Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute |
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| Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them |
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| Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn |
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| Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts |
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| Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children |
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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
All the teachers I've come in contact with are wonderful. The music teacher is great and my daughter looks forward to music time each week.
Parent #2
I have been really pleased. Teachers are generally very engaged with the children at all times.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (3.9) |
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Gethsemane Lutheran is an all-day school for ages newborn to pre-K, so it is not just for pre-school age children. Our parent involvement is somewhat limited because we are almost all full-time working parents, so have limited time and resources for being hands-on at the school. That being said, many of the parents participate in fundraisers, and some serve on the Advisory Board.
Parent #2
We had no issues with the preschool separation process so I am not sure how that is dealt with. Our daughter is more upset to leave school than to be dropped off.
Parent #3
although it was hard for the child, the teacher gave specific advice to those dropping him off and was loving and attentive while child adjusted
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0) |
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (4.5) |
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| 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
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Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Children are given the opportunity to talk amongst themselves to try to solve problems/conflicts, with the teacher's guidance. Children having a hard time getting along or needing to be separated are told to sit out from activities, either on the couch or at the table, until they feel they can re-join the group in a positive way. Children are NEVER disciplined physically or verbally abused in any way. They are treated with respect, care, love and individual attention.
Parent #2
I am pleased with all facilities and policies.
Parent #3
none
Parent #4
I am a grand parent, not a parent, but the student I am answering for was in my care 50 hours a week for the 1st two years of his life and I have visited the school and both dropped off and picked up the child from school and have been very impressed with the people and the curriculum
Parent #5
I really like GLCM a lot and I have visited a number of daycares and feel I have grounds to judge. The staff and administration are really united in providing a caring environment. My young children are given a nice mix of freedom and structure.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (4.2) |
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| Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable |
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| Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided
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| Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly |
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Safety
| OVERALL RATING (4.3) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
From
1 years
to
1 years
6 months
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$750/Month |
From
6 months
to
1 years
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$800/Month |
From
2 months
to
6 months
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$850/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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Tue 9:30am - 2:30pm
Thu 9:30am - 2:30pm
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$160/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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Mon 9:30am - 2:30pm
Wed 9:30am - 2:30pm
Fri 9:30am - 2:30pm
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$240/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$400/Month |
From
2 years
to
2 years
11 months
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Tue 9:30am - 2:30pm
Thu 9:30am - 2:30pm
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$180/Month |
From
2 years
to
2 years
11 months
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Mon 9:30am - 2:30pm
Wed 9:30am - 2:30pm
Fri 9:30am - 2:30pm
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$270/Month |
From
2 years
to
2 years
11 months
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$450/Month |
From
4 years
to
5 years
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$600/Year |
From
3 years
to
3 years
11 months
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$640/Month |
From
2 years
to
2 years
11 months
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$680/Month |
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
The youngest full time class actually starts at 6 weeks.
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Parents' Admission Tips
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
No. The school takes all children and the admissions process is just an application and small deposit.
