Summary
Contact Info
Hope Presbyterian Preschool
11512 Olson Dr.
Cedar Park
, TX
78750
hopechildrenscenter.com
Tel:
(512) 258-9117
Director:
Shelly Cox
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 |
At registration |
| Deadline for applications |
February 21 |
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
1 years and 6 months |
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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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:
2
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Transportation and Drop-off Policies
Transportation
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.5) |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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Facilities Include:
| Classrooms (with bathroom attached) |
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| Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) |
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| Music room |
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Playground
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Wonderful preschool and staff. Very nurturing, loving, and caring teachers.
Parent #2
The teachers at Hope Children's Center are kind, loving, nurturing caregivers. They are patient and calm with the children and offer support to the parents. The special event days such as Science Day and Fall Fest are wonderful opportunities for parents to interact with each other, the children and the staff.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
Our mission is to provide an outreach program of Hope Presbyterian Church for the purpose of nurturing and educating preschool and Kindergarten children in a Christian atmosphere. Through a loving classroom environment and various age appropriate experiences, our dedicated staff:
* Fosters positive self-image through development of self-esteem
* Encourages acceptance of individual differences
* Builds appreciation of each individual's worth
* Develops independence and separation from parents
* Reinforces social skills
* Allows acting upon natural curiosity
* Teaches academic readiness
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: (4.5) |
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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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| 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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| 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
The teachers in the younger age groups are wonderful at helping the children with transitions.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (3.7) |
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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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Separation
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Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
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Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The administrative staff is always available to offer assistance to parents. I was constantly amazed at the ability of the staff to remember me and my extended family and ask questions about current happenings in our family.
Drop-in Policy
- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy
General Parent Education
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Parents' Admission Tips
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
The first year you attend it is a lottery admission. After that, current students and families are guaranteed a spot for the following year.
