Summary
Contact Info
Solana Beach Community Preschool
524 Stevens Ave
Solana Beach
, CA
92075
Tel:
(858) 755-7387
Director:
Joanne Trankina
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 |
Upon birth |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 years and 9 months |
| School year |
09/2008 - 06/2009 |
Kindergarten Placement
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Quality of teaching |
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| Development of social skills and work habits |
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| Home-school connection |
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| Parent community |
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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:
5
Savvy Source survey: Yes
Parents who send their child to this preschool also like the following preschools:
- Hanna Fenichel Center for Child Development
- Happy Time Nursery School
- Sandy Hill Nursery School
- Solana Beach Presbyterian
- Village Nursery School
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General Info
Basic Stats
Transportation and Drop-off Policies
Transportation
Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year |
Yes
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| • No |
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| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program |
No
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| Affiliated with a religious institution |
No
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Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.0) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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| Outside play equipment |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
This is a wonderful preschool with the most caring, dedicated teachers around. My children have flourished there. They give constant feedback about how children are doing, kindergarten readiness, etc. I couldn't recommend it more highly.
Parent #2
Great play based environment with some structure.
Parent #3
The teachers here are so amazing with the kids. They have been doing it a long time and are always so calm, warm and relaxed. Every day there is some new activity.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
The director has not provided this information.
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.9) |
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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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| Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her |
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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
The teachers are what make this school so great. This is our 3rd school and teachers at the others cannot compare!
Parent #2
All the teachers at this school are warm and kind. They are extremely educated and competent in working with children in this age group.
Parent #3
The director of this preschool is a one-of-a-kind treasure. I have never met anyone who is so nurturing and loving and who is such a fabulous teacher. She is also incredibly insightful regarding the development of children and is extremely intelligent in this area.
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
There are no formal conferences, but I talk with teachers daily about my son's progress. Though it is play based, they are always working on academic skills.
Parent #2
The Pre-school teachers/directors recommend strategies for the separation process. If the child had a difficult time with separation on a particular morning, the staff will contact the parent via a phone call in to advise how the student is doing. The environment is very friendly. Parent/Teacher conferences are held upon request.
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (3.2) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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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
Don't let the facilities sway you! It doesn't look like much, but is a great school!
Parent #2
This is a school with not the best curb appeal, but stop in and meet the teachers and you will be sold!
Parent #3
Don't let the strip mall location fool you -- this is a wonderful preschool once you get inside!
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 (5.0) |
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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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Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Parents' Admission Tips
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
This school provides a loving environment where the teachers are constantly involved and aware.
