Summary
Contact Info
A Child Becomes Preschool
4157 California Avenue SW
Seattle
, WA
98126
Tel:
(206) 932-4642
Director:
Michelle Neal
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 |
After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, applications will be accepted once the registration period has begun, after february 1st. |
Key Statistics
| Student/teacher ratio |
14:2 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
3 years |
| School year |
09/2008 - 06/2009 |
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:
12
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Basic Stats
| Student/teacher ratio |
14:2
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Transportation and Drop-off Policies
Transportation
Dropoff Procedure
Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year |
Yes
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| • yes |
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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 (3.8) |
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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
We sent our daughter to a child becomes for 2 years and have nothing but praise for the teachers and the quality of education/social skills she recieved. The facility is the lower level of church (not affiliated with the church however). The kids have a great "running room" for their recess. This is great for rainy seattle. The teachers are superb for both the threes and fours. Every child is challenged and has fun too.
Parent #2
It stinks
Parent #3
safety, courtesy, and an eagerness to engage both the mind and the body are just a few of the strenghts which build the foundation of a Child Becomes...
Parent #4
The teachers at A Child Becomes truly care about each student individually. Their enthusiasm for teaching and love for each student shines through each and every day. My son loves to go to school each day because of that.
Parent #5
teachers are fantastic, the atmosphere is perfect for a 3-4 year old. Most importantly my son loves going to this school and is learning at the appropriate level.
Parent #6
There is no outdoor playground but they have a large and fun 'running room' with all the playground essentials. They go on lots of fun field trips that I feel makes up for it.
Parent #7
it a a beuatiful plaace - my kids love it there. perfect in every way. teacher Shelley is an amazing person.
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
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.8) |
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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
Great focus on Art and Creativity. Great focus on social skills.
Parent #2
Great Teachers!!!
Parent #3
Both lead teachers (for the 3's program and the PreK program) are outstanding. This is the third preschool my children have attended in West Seattle and is by far the best we have experienced in terms of quality of teachers.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (4.3) |
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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
October is too early to assess at this questionare level...so please know I answered on last year's experience. Our daughter loves going to school, it may help that she is already a very confident child but the atmosphere at A Child Becomes is warm, loving, encouraging, low pressure, fun, and creative.
Parent #2
The teachers make themselves readily available to speak to parents on their cell phones whenever that is needed.
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (3.9) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (4.9) |
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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
Last year their were some boys that scared our daughter during recess....the teacher called me that day, told me how it was handled and kept me in the loop. This year, teacher (different from last year) complimented us on how our daughter stood up for herself when some boys got rough with her during recess. Great communication among the teachers/parents.
Parent #2
if you are looking for an engaging, fun and upbeat program this is the school for you.
Parent #3
There is no out door playground, but the indoor playground has very fun and relatively new equipment.
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 (4.4) |
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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
send in application early
Parent #2
Had a referral from a friend.
Parent #3
Enroll as soon as you can. It tends to fill up quickly.
Parent #4
no
Parent #5
Apply early.
Parent #6
Sign up early - the classes are full by late spring.
