Bala Cynwyd School for Young Children

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Summary

Contact Info

Bala Cynwyd School for Young Children
11 Street Asaphs Road
Bala Cynwyd , PA  19004
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Tel: (610) 668-2233

Key Statistics

Extended day No

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Four Stars
Home-school connection Four Stars
Parent community Two Stars
Discipline Five Stars
Facilities Four Stars
Health Five Stars
Safety Four And Half Stars
Handling of separation Five Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children Yes

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.3) Four Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Four Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four Stars
Outside play equipment Five Stars

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)
Music room Check
Art room
Library Check
Playground Check

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

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 - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - - - -
Time & space - - - - -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Visual arts - - - - -
Physical activity - - - - -
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



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 Five Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Five Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Five Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Two Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
- Parents in classrooms early on

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
So far I haven't been very social with the other parents in our class. However I am hoping that will change now that the kids in his class are getting a little older.

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

-This preschool does connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (2.0) Two Stars

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up


Parents' Comments

Parent #1
In room mail box

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five 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
I like that the buildings of this school are converted from old homes. It makes for a welcoming environment.

Health

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Five Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Five Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Five Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Five Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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