Summary

Contact Info

Primrose School Of Coppell
275 E. Parkway Boulevard
Coppell , TX  75019
www.primroseschools.com

Tel: (972) 304-8888

Director: Sandra Boscamp

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

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.

Quality of teaching

Development of social skills and work habits

Home-school connection

Parent community

Discipline

Facilities

Health

Safety

Handling of separation

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  5

Savvy Source survey: Yes

Parents who send their child to this preschool also like the following preschools:

• Discover and Share
• Creme de la Creme

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.6)

Building, bathrooms, hallway

Classroom equipment and furniture

Outside play equipment

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)

Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)

Music room

Art room

Library

Playground

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"Primrose Schools’ philosophies are based upon the belief that by providing each child with a secure, nurturing and educational child care experience—that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning—we can help to establish a foundation for lifelong success. That is also our mission.

"As your partner in your child’s education, we are pleased to share with you the following exemplary educational philosophies we infuse into our Balanced Learning® curriculum and throughout every Primrose School.

* A child’s limitless potential should be met with boundless inspiration.
* Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.
* We believe that every child has something special that can be built upon.
* Great teaching balances telling children how to arrive at the answer with supporting them to find the answer on their own.
* Learning is a treasure that will follow our children everywhere.
* You’re never too young to learn something new.
* Education is not received. It is achieved.
* New technology doesn’t just affect how we teach. It affects how and what they learn.
* Wise beyond one’s years can apply to four-year olds.
* What a gift we give when we respect the child's natural need to explore, to reflect, to communicate, to dream, to celebrate!

"Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum, launched in 2001 and built upon the original school model, blends the two leading philosophies of teaching young children—the child-initiated approach and the teacher-directed approach—and balances this with character development and play. The Primrose character development program teaches children the importance of helping others and being involved in the local community. The academic, character development and play elements are carefully structured into the day, in all Primrose schools, in age-appropriate ways for every grade level."

-- Excerpted from school literature

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

"Primrose is guided by the principle of Balanced Learning. Primrose uses the seven principle learning domains to guide our days. The seven domains are: Science/Technology,Social Studies,Mathemeatics,Creative Arts and Expression,Language and Literacy,Social and Emotional and Physical Development and Health."

-- Excerpted from school literature

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Savvy Source's Comments

"Balanced Learning Curriculum which includes: Thematic Units of Learning, Academic Curriculum, Character Development and Enrichment Programs" -- Excerpted from school literature

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.9)

This school has increased my child's:

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to sit still for longer periods of time

Ability to be a part of a group of children

Self-sufficiency and independence

Awareness of others’ feelings

Cooperation with other children

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Language					YES
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	-	-		-	YES
Time & space	-	-	-	-	YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-	-	-	-	-
Music	-	-	-	-	YES
Visual arts	-	-	-	-	YES
Physical activity	-	-	-	-	YES
Other subjects taught					n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.3)

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

Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute

Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them

Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn

Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts

Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Individualized Teaching

Description of how teachers work with children who are
"behind," "excelling" or "different" from the majority of students

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.1)

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

Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools

Savvy Source's Comments

"Each day, our staff will stay in touch with you so you’ll know exactly how your child’s day was spent. For your convenience, we also stay in touch with you on our website. There, you’ll find tips and insights on how to reinforce your child’s Primrose learning at home… as well as the forms we use in our school from time to time." -- Excerpted from school literature

Separation

OVERALL RATING (4.7)

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
My daughter thoroughly enjoys Primrose. There is little to no turn over in the staff which provides for a consistent and loving surrounding.

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.8)
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

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.4)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

Food Allergies

- We do not allow certain foods in the classroom

- We keep special snacks for allergic children

Medications

- We keep their medication on hand at all times

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.8)

Screen and identify all visitors

Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Application & Admissions

Kindergarten Placement & Tips