3N1 Learning Academy

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  • Neighborhood: Visitacion Valley
  • Telephone: (415) 584-8555

Summary

Contact Info

3N1 Learning Academy
240 Leland Street
San Francisco , CA  94134
Tel: (415) 584-8555

Director: Sandra Davis

General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Check Mark Play-based with some structure
Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Four And Half Stars
Quality of teaching Four Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Three and Half Stars
Home-school connection Four Stars
Parent community Two and Half Star
Discipline Four Stars
Facilities Two and Half Star
Health Three and Half Stars
Safety Three and Half Stars
Handling of separation Three and Half Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  5

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (2.8) Two and Half Star
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Two Stars
Outside play equipment Three Stars

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
We were very pleased with the education recieved at this pre-school. Our children were more than prepared for Kindergarden. The teachers and administration recongnize the social and ecomomic issues and meet the children where they are and try to bring the children to the level that they should be for their age.

They engage the parents and the children into the education learning process.

Parent #2
Weaknesses are: Parent Association & participation. The 3N1 School is a strong school with an excellent foundation to get the students ready for kindergarten. I highly recommend it.

Parent #3
I feel the kids should be focused more on learning and not so much on social skills.

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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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 (3.9) Three and Half Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Four Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Three and Half Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Three and Half Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Four Stars
Awareness of others’ feelings Four Stars
Cooperation with other children Three and Half Stars

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Free Play Free Play Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure
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 - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Time & space - - - - -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - -
Music - - - - -
Visual arts - - - - -
Physical activity - - - - -
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Education instruction is excellent. Physical education could use improvement, possibly offering more physical activities and encouraging more free play time.

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.0) Four Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Four Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Three and Half Stars
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her Four Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Four Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Four Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Four Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Four Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Four Stars
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute Three and Half Stars
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them Four Stars
Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn Four Stars
Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts Four Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Three and Half Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.3) Four Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Four And Half Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Four And Half Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Three and Half Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (3.5) Three and Half Stars

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Regarding question 4: 'My child's preschool had an initial parent/teacher meeting about my child's individual characteristics. My daughter has been attending the school for some time, her teachers are the same so there is not a need to have many meetings. My son attended the same school so we have been familiar with the school, curriculum, and learnings for some time and are very comfortable with the school's activities, communication, etc.

Parent #2
N/A

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Volunteer in the classroom

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Email

- Special Meetings

- 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 (4.4) Four Stars
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
An example of dicipline: A young 4 year old came to school regularly using profanity. The parents were made aware and discussion were had with both parents and students. After a reasonable amount of time the parents did not show progress with encouraging their child to not use profanity. The family was ask to find another day care provider. The parents were allowed time to transition.

Health

OVERALL RATING (3.8) Three and Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Three and Half Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (3.8) Three and Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Three and Half Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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