Summary
Contact Info
El Camino Preschool
2002 California St
Oceanside
, CA
92054
Tel:
(760) 722-5050
Director:
Heike Burton
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 years |
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:
7
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.1) |
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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 beyond wonderful school!
Parent #2
I was concerned about leaving my children at a pre school. After some minimal separation issues with the youngest I realized very soon that this is a great place for my children.
Parent #3
the teachers here are wonderful, the director is awesome. all three of my daughters have gone there since age 2.
Parent #4
none
Parent #5
My daughter made tons of friends at this preschool, whom she keeps in touch with now, even though they all go to seperate elementary schools. The school also encourages parents to help their child at home. This school is not in a strip mall, but a nice residential neighborhood. When I was visiting the school, I saw the owner walking the grounds and personally taking care of the front garden. Her husband helps maintain the playground.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
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 (4.0) |
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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
My daughter started in Jan., so I don't know about what happens in the beginning of the year. She also did not have seperation anxiety, so I didn't deal w/that.
Parent #2
Our son started in the two year old/early three classroom. I would not recommend this classroom. However, I highly recommend the three/four year old class and the four/five year old class because those teachers are wonderful.
Parent #3
very open staff.
Parent #4
The director and teachers are always available and eager to talk about my children. The director often goes way beyond what I would consider to be "just enough" contact with me and other parents.
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (2.6) |
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (4.8) |
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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
The school provided snacks, but children brought their own lunch.
Parent #2
This preschool has been around for about 20 years and provides a comfortable, yet safe environment. It is in a neighborhood, off of main streets so the children do not listen to car noise in the playground. The outside play areas are large with trees and a view of the neighbor's small farm.
Parent #3
great school!
Parent #4
The outside area is very large. The inside and the outside are very much like an ideal home and yard. It is very welcoming - like going to grandma's house.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (4.6) |
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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 (4.3) |
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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 |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$719/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$624/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$529/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$358/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$486/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$423/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$358/Month |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$268/Month |
From
2 years
to
3 years
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$795/Month |
From
2 years
to
3 years
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$695/Month |
From
2 years
to
3 years
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$529/Month |
From
2 years
to
3 years
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$358/Month |
From
2 years
to
3 years
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$514/Month |
From
2 years
to
3 years
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$455/Month |
From
2 years
to
3 years
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$386/Month |
From
2 years
to
3 years
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$300/Month |
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
El Camino offers a "Before & After Kindergarten" program. They do not have an onsite Kindergarten, so this program provides coverage for folks who are working. Program hours are 7am-8:30am & 12pm -6pm. Rates are:
5 days a week - $402, 4 days a week - $442, 3 days a week - $378, 2 days a week - $285.
Registration fee is $75 per year or $100 per family. Monthly Tuition rates are based on 4.33 weeks.
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Parents' Admission Tips
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
This school had a true preschool. They called it their Lunch Bunch. It went from 8:30-1 daily, without a nap. You can choose how many of the 5 days each week your child attends, and you pay accordingly.
Parent #2
no
Parent #3
No
