Eastview Academy

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Summary

Contact Info

Eastview Academy
2413 Paul Avenue
Lufkin , TX  75901
www.eastviewacademy.com

Tel: (936) 632-3339

Key Statistics

Extended day No

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Five Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Five Stars
Home-school connection Four And Half Stars
Parent community Four Stars
Discipline Five Stars
Facilities Four And Half Stars
Health Four And Half Stars
Safety Five Stars
Handling of separation Five Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.7) Four And Half Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Five Stars
Outside play equipment Four Stars

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The teachers are great, they really care about the individual child. The curriculum is awesome... they not only begin reading at an early age, but they are taught daily that Jesus loves them and are able to learn his word. How great is that... This school really is an asset to parents who want their children to recieve and excellent education with a Biblical perspective. I am thrilled that my children can start with pre-school and attend the same Christian school all the way through high school.

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

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Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Five Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Five Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Five Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Five Stars
Awareness of others’ feelings Five Stars
Cooperation with other children Five Stars

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Free Play Free Play Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure
Language YES
Oral language - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Visual arts - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Physical activity - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
This is a school environment. the children to have some free play time each day, but is mmostly teacher led instruction.

Quality of Teaching

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
All of my childrens teachers are great. They show the love of Chirst daily. They are seasoned teachers and they each have that specail touch that makes them awesome. My children love them, and so I.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Five Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Five Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Five Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Two Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Most all of the parents of this school are very busy individuals. Parents are not required to meet socially or in reguards to the school, however it is encouraged for the sake of the child and the success of the school.

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

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) Four Stars

Parents:

- Sit on the board of trustees

- Hold social events at the school to build community

- Fundraise

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Go on field trips

- Volunteer in the classroom

- Receive newsletters

- Hold social events outside of the school (with and/or without children)

- Schedule family field trips

- Encourage play dates out of school

- Shares information on matter related to our children (e.g. babysitter lists, pediatricians, extracurriculuar classes, etc.)

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school


Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Daily communication folder

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
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

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Positive reinforcement is this school moto. The environmemt is such that the students want to please and are rewarded daily and weekly. Snacks are not provided. Parents are asked to send nutricious snacks and lunches that the child likes.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.7) Four And Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Five Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Five Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Five Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Five Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions



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



Kindergarten Placement & Tips

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

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

Parents' Admission Tips

Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions

Parent #1
This school is a ministry, seeking to help Christian parents to educate and train their children in a Christ centered atmosphere.

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