Academy of Little Bears Christian Learning Center

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Summary

Contact Info

Academy of Little Bears Christian Learning Center
1104 West Heroy Avenue
Spokane , WA  99205
www.academyoflittlebears.com/

Tel: (509) 328-4420

Director:
lrsaym@aol.com

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 11 months
Extended day Yes

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. One Star
Quality of teaching Three and Half Stars
Development of social skills and work habits One Star
Home-school connection Three Stars
Parent community One Star
Discipline One Star
Health One and Half Star
Safety One and Half Star
Handling of separation One Star

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Basic Stats

Established 1994

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from 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

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions One Star
Ability to be a part of a group of children One Star
Self-sufficiency and independence One Star

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Free Play Free Play Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure
Language -
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 - - - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - - - YES
Time & space - - - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Visual arts - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Physical activity Free play - - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (3.6) Three and Half Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Four Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Three Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Three and Half Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Three Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Three Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Two and Half Star
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Three and Half Stars
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute Four Stars
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them Four Stars
Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn Four Stars
Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts Four Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Three and Half Stars

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
some staff seemed to really care about the children and the program. Others seemed to just be putting in time.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Three Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Three Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Three Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Three Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
We did not stay here very long. It became clear that while some of the staff was good, the rest were not and there was no help from management to help my child transtion into the program.

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are not encouraged to drop-in

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (1.0) One Star

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (1.2) One Star
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled poorly in a way that makes me concerned about the safety of my child

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
I saw broken toys on the playground.

Health

OVERALL RATING (1.5) One and Half Star
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Two Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided One Star

Safety

OVERALL RATING (1.5) One and Half Star
Screen and identify all visitors One Star
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Two Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 11 months to
5 years
$0/Week

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

-

Application & Admissions

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 11 months to enroll.

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
Take your time and check out the washington state department of early learning's website before enrolling your child anywere!

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