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Grace Methodist Nursery School
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Summary
Contact Info
Grace Methodist Nursery School
21 South Franklin Avenue
Valley Stream
, NY
11580
gracevsny.org/templates/System/default.asp?id=31007
Tel:
(516) 825-2354
Parent Ratings
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed:
5
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (5.0) |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
They do a fantastic jobs teaching the children in a fun, play oriented manner.
Parent #2
it is a great school
Parent #3
This is a great school for any child
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 (4.5) |
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| Ability to listen and follow directions
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Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
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| Ability to be a part of a group of children |
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| Self-sufficiency and independence |
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Curriculum and Teaching Approach
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Grace has a play-based curriculum, but that in no way means that it is lax on educational goals. Every teacher in that school works hard to incorporate developmentally appropriate activities designed to strengthen language and math skills, large and small muscles, self-care skills and critical thinking skills. There are many varieties of games, toys and manipulatives used, but no worksheets!
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.8) |
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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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| 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 of my son's and daughter's teachers planned and executed wonderful lessons and activites chock full of awesome ideas.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (3.8) |
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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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Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) |
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (4.7) |
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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
Any
Parent #2
no
Parent #3
Toys are washed regularly. Facilities and equipment are maintained and/or repaired in a very timely manner. Having both a gym and a playground is a huge plus.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (4.7) |
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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 (4.8) |
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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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Application & Admissions
Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Parents' Admission Tips
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
Apply early so you do not get closed out of the time slot you want. Complete all parts of the application in a timely manner (medical forms and such included)
