Summary

Contact Info

Chabad of Poway Chai Altman Preschool
16934 Chabad Way
Poway , CA 92064
www.chabadpoway.com/templates/articlecco.html?AID=146112

Tel: (858)-451-0455 ext. 13

Director: Rebeca Webb
chaipreschool@cox.net

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Application Information

Applications accepted

At any time there is availability

Wait list

No

Deadline for applications

Rolling

Key Statistics

Total enrollment

76

Student/teacher ratio

6:1

School year

Year round program

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed: 1

Director survey: Yes

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Basic Stats

Total enrollment

76

Student/teacher ratio

6:1

Established

1985

% of teachers with:

- CPR

100%

- First aid

100%

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school

- Located close to public transportation

Dropoff Procedure

- Parents walk their child into the classroom

- 7:30 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child

Late Pickup Policy: $15.00 for first hour (or any part of), $25.00 for the second hour (or any part of).

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year	Yes
• Yes, it is a more structured program geared for the purpose of preparing the children to enter kindergarten.

Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program

No

Affiliated with a religious institution

Yes

Teach religious concepts	Yes
• We have a Judaic class that is taught half hour each day, per class. In this class they are taught the culture and traditions of Judaism which allows them to experience and appreciate the richness of diversity and culture.

Some experience serving children with special needs

No

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

We believe that young children learn best in an environment that is rich in hands-on experiences. Learning involves constant repetition through modeling from others, as well as active thinking, exploring, and experimenting to find out how things work and to learn firsthand about the world we live in. In their early years, children explore the world around them by using all their senses. All of our staff works closely with each child to help them develop their self-esteem through problem solving, encouraging self-expression and offering positive reinforcement. We are a staff that is dedicated to the well being of your child.

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

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	-	-	-	YES
Music	-		-	YES

Visual arts	-	-	-	YES
Physical activity	-		-	YES

Other subjects taught				n/a

Quality of Teaching

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

Home School Connection

Separation

Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Food Allergies

- We do not allow certain foods in the classroom

Medications

- We keep their medication on hand at all times

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages	Class Size	Days	Tuition
From 1 years 4 months to 5 years 11 months	8		$0/Year

Calendar Year

School Year

Year round program

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: At any time there is availability

There is no wait list for upcoming school year.

Parent visits tours are: Recommended

Child interview process: Possible, at school's discretion

Parent interview process: Teacher-Parent

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Application fee: $200.00

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: First-come basis

Notification occurs: Rolling

Parents must submit deposit within the following timeframe of receiving notification of acceptance: 1 week of notification

Financial aid is not available.

Director's Comments

Comments

Never choose a school out of desperation. Compile as much information as possible before making a decision.

Age/Child Requirements

Child does not need to be potty trained to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

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