Summary

Contact Info

Kindercare Learning Centers (Poway)
12370 Adobe Ridge Road
Poway , CA 92064
www.kindercare.com

Tel: (858) 679-2363
Fax: (858) 679-7069

Director: Jennifer Hayes

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Application Information

Applications accepted

Pick up an application or receive via mail and bring it to the center. tours are recommended.

Wait list

No

Deadline for applications

Rolling

Key Statistics

Total enrollment

96

Student/teacher ratio

12:1

Age cutoff for enrollment

2 months

School year

Year round program

Parent Ratings

Quality of teaching

Home-school connection

Parent community

Handling of separation

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed: 1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Basic Stats

Total enrollment

96

Student/teacher ratio

12:1

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year

Yes

Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program

No

Affiliated with a religious institution

No

Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children

Yes

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

From infant to toddler, preschool to school age, our educational programs foster the skills necessary for your child to succeed at both school and life. Each day is structured with time to both learn and play. Your child will grow and discover at their own pace with both stimulating hands-on activities and group interactions.

Each childcare program is as unique as your child. Each day is filled with songs, games and other fun-filled activities. Our caring teachers present your child with new experiences in our discovery zones. Older children learn about science, music and art through hands-on projects and themed activities. Our experienced teachers are there to help your child develop by sharing their enthusiasm and wisdom every day. Learn more about our engaging programs, fun-filled classrooms and caring teachers. (excerpted from website)

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

Curriculum and Teaching Approach


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	-	-	-	-	-
Time & space	-	-	-	-	-
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-	-	-	-	-
Music	-	-	-	-	-

Visual arts	-	-	-	-	-
Physical activity	-	-	-	-	-

Other subjects taught					n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (3.9)

Full of energy and seemingly happy in job

Patient and affectionate with children

Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her

Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior

Provides feedback on what my child does during the day

Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate

Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses

If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.2)

Conducts an open house at start of school year

Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year

Conducts regular parent teacher conferences

Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year

Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
- Small group sessions

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)

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Volunteer in the classroom

- Receive newsletters

- Encourage play dates out of school

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

Discipline, Health and Safety

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Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages	Class Size	Days	Tuition
From 3 years to 3 years 11 months			$202/Week
From 2 years to 2 years 11 months			$230/Week
From 2 years to 2 years 11 months			$173/Week
From 2 years to 2 years 11 months			$128/Week
From 2 years to 2 years 11 months			$173/Week
From 2 years to 2 years 11 months			$129/Week
From 2 years to 2 years 11 months			$104/Week

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

Full and Part time schedules are accommodated for all age ranges. Tuition varies based on number of days per week, age of the child and full or half days. Please call the center for specific combinations.

Calendar Year

School Year

Year round program

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: Pick up an application or receive via mail and bring it to the center. tours are recommended.

There is no wait list for upcoming school year.

Parent visits tours are: Recommended

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Application fee: $90

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: First-come basis

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 months to enroll.

Child does not need to be potty trained to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

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