Summary
Contact Info
A Brighter Future Preschool
3422 Tripp Court
San Diego
, CA
92121
www.abrighterfuture.com
Tel:
(858) 794-9130
Fax:
(858) 794-9180
Director:
Sandy Edwin
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 |
After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
1 months |
| School year |
Year round program |
Kindergarten Placement
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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| 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:
6
Savvy Source survey: Yes
Parents who send their child to this preschool also like the following preschools:
- Happy Time Nursery School
- The Gifted Preschool
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School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
Providing good early education is not a simple matter. An able highly trained staff is required, along with careful planning and ample resources. The first years of a child's education are the most crucial in determining future success as a student and indeed as an adult in our society. We will make certain that these years are positive and meaningful - that they are successful for each child that enters the doors of A Brighter Future Preschool and Child Development Center.
We believe that the foundation for learning in young children is formed through their action in play. Action is hands-on. Action is handling, changing, moving, making things-- not just watching. Action is squishing, painting, pushing, comparing, making different sounds. Action is learning to do some things all by yourself.
Developing imagination is important, too. Children encouraged to use their imagination through games, lessons and activities such as dramatic play. All children are provided the optimal environment for learning in their own individual manner, at their own pace according to their individual level of development.
(excerpted from website)
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (3.2) |
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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
This school doesn't follow a formal, 'calendarized' schedule. Children move from one class to another when they reach a certain age.
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (1.0) |
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (3.2) |
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| 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
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Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
1.You have to cross the playground to access the building for the sign in/out sheet (which is not monitored). However, the teachers are excellent at recognizing parents and would know visitors from parents.
2.At one point a child was able to leave the gated playground (a parent had left the gate open). Since then, the school has added an additional gate for safety.
3.During summer months, sometimes the air conditioning is not on. They recently added tenting to the outside playground for shade.
4.The outside playground is almost all dirt and it isn't raked at anytime (that I can see). The play structures don't seem to be hosed down or cleaned, either.
Parent #2
The play area outside consists of mainly one large blacktop. There are no swings or larger grassy play areas.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (3.8) |
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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 (3.8) |
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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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Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
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From
4 years
6 months
to --
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$0/Year |
From
3 years
6 months
to
4 years
6 months
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$0/Year |
From
2 years
6 months
to
3 years
6 months
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$0/Year |
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
Our Preschool program is divided into three separate subprograms. The ages shown for each subprogram are approximate. Each child is initially placed and advanced according to his or her level of maturity and comfort.
Dolphins (Approximately 2 1/2 years up to 3 1/2 years )
Koalas (Approximately 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 year olds)
Cheetahs (Pre-kindergarten: 4 1/2 year olds and up)
A Brighter Future Preschool and Child Development Center also provides Infant, Toddler, and Young 2-Year-Old Programs to children who are younger than preschool age.
(excerpted from website)
Calendar Year
School Year
Application & Admissions
Application Process
Admissions Process
Savvy Source's Comments
Comments
Children are accepted at A Brighter Future beginning at birth. From birth to 24 months, children attend the Infant Program, and from 24 to approximately 30 months, they attend the Toddler Program.
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Parents' Admission Tips
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
The school doesn't keep a very good wait list and it's better dealing with them in person. Instead of calling the school, I went in to see Sandy ( the Director/Owner).
