Summary
Contact Info
All Saints' Preschool (Vista-Shadowridge Dr.)
1940 Shadowridge Drive
Vista
, CA
92083
www.vista-allsaintschurch.org/Commun.html#anchor29445
Tel:
(760) 598-8495
Director:
Jenny Smith
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 |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Student/teacher ratio |
12:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
1 years and 6 months |
| School year |
Year round program |
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:
4
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Basic Stats
| Student/teacher ratio |
12:1
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% of teachers with:
| - Teaching credentials |
100%
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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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| • We have a pre kindergarten program for children ages 4 and 5. Our pre-K curriculum includes all the skills necessary to be successful in Kindergarten. Our children leave here completely prepared to learn. |
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| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program |
No
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| Affiliated with a religious institution |
Yes
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| Some experience serving children with special needs |
No
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Accreditation, Membership & Awards
| Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children |
No
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Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.8) |
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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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Facilities Include:
| Classrooms (with bathroom attached) |
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| Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) |
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Playground
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Both of our children, 3 years & 5 years, have been attending All Saints for the past school year. We are extremely happy with the administration and most of the teachers. The administration is very responsive to any questions or comments we have.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
(excerpted from brochure)
All Saints' Preschool is dedicated to providing a safe and loving Christian environment "where learning is fun". We take a developmental approach to instruction, viewing the "process" as important as the "product". Children are given the opportunity to learn trough discovery, exploration, and interaction with classmates and teachers, making a positive preparation for formal learning.
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
A typical fun filled day here at school begins with a welcoming circle time. This is the time of day when the children learn about the focus area and skills they will be fine tuning for the day. The children participate in calendar activities, music and movement, begining math and language development activities and socailization. Children then split into smaller groups to "do their work". The children will take turns enjoying the lessons planned while learning and having fun. When all the classroom has successfully had a turn creating beautiful art and practicing developmentally appropraite skills, they enjoy a healthy snack before heading outside to play. Outside time is a well loved part of our day, with bike riding, climbing, bubble blowing and a loud game of duck duck goose. The children have an opportunity to get those wiggles out. Back inside, the children enjoy social play and learning centers of their choice, while teachers get to play too and guide the children. Lunch time always comes so fast, so after a quick game of Clean Up, the kiddos all sit down together for lunch. Ready for their nap, they potty and lie down to dream about what suprises will be in store later!
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.4) |
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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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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
I am always so excited to see all of the wonderful creative play, artwork, water play time the school provides. They offer a wonderful creative outlet for all of the children! My child loves the bible stories and the music time so much.
Parent #2
The teacher in the Panda II class is absolutely phenomenal with the children. We love her.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (2.9) |
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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 son started going to All Saints' Preschool in January and we have had such a wonderful experience! We just love all of his teachers and they are all so nurturing. I always feel completely confident when I leave my child. He has learned so much and has gained so much maturity and knowledge since his attendance began. Thank you to all of the patient and kind teachers.
Parent #2
This is the one area that All Saints needs to improve. This is only in respect to the communication between the teachers and the parents. The teachers do add a paragraph to the monthly newsletter, but there is very little discussion of the children's progress or challenges. Other than the newsletter parents must seek-out any communication. The administration is always extremely helpful and responsive. My 5-year-old's teachers were always helpful and responsive. But my 3-year-olds teachers were not. There are also a few teachers at the school who seem less-thank competent. But these are not the lead teachers in any of the classrooms. Overall, I wish that we would have parent/ teacher conferences during the year.
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (3.5) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (3.8) |
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| Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children:
are handled well in a way that gives me confidence in the safety of my child
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Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The classroom is such a welcoming site, very clean, comfortable and organized. The outside play area is phenomenal! Lots of different types of play equipment, very clean and safe.
Parent #2
The school has recently been refurbished and looks beautiful inside. The outside play equipment is getting a little old, but is still in good working order.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (4.9) |
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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
2 years
to
5 years
60 months
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$500/Month |
From
2 years
to
5 years
60 months
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$400/Month |
From
1 years
6 months
to
5 years
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$600/Month |
From
2 years
to
5 years
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$400/Month |
From
2 years
to
5 years
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$500/Month |
From
2 years
to
5 years
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$560/Month |
Extended Care
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
18-30 months Teddy Bear Class
2-3 year olds are in the Koala Class
3-4 year olds are in the Honey Bears Class
4-5 year olds are in the Panda Bears Class
Calendar Year
School Year
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Parents' Admission Tips
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
There isn't a waiting list for All Saints. Just talk to Jenny Smith, the wonderful director.
