Summary

Contact Info

St. Williams Mother's Day Out
1000 McNeil Rd.
Round Rock , TX 78681
www.saintwilliams.org

Tel: (512) 255-4473

Director: Marilyn Neisch

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

After a face-to-face meeting at the school

Deadline for applications

Rolling

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment

1 years and 6 months

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents.

Quality of teaching

Development of social skills and work habits

Home-school connection

Parent community

Discipline

Facilities

Health

Safety

Handling of separation

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 (3.0)

Building, bathrooms, hallway

Classroom equipment and furniture

Outside play equipment

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)

Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)

Music room

Art room

Library

Playground

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
I think the hours should be longer. Right now they are 9:30am-1:30pm.

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

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Savvy Source's Comments

Structured, yet focus is on socialization rather than academics. We also incorporate kindergarten readiness skills.

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (3.5)

This school has increased my child's:

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to sit still for longer periods of time

Ability to be a part of a group of children

Self-sufficiency and independence

Awareness of others’ feelings

Cooperation with other children

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	-	-	-	-	-
Music	-		-	-	-

Visual arts	-	-	-	-	-
Physical activity		-	-	-	YES

Other subjects taught					n/a

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
They do Chapel which is bible study. Songs and plays are used to help teach. The Catholic Religion is not pushed upon anyone.

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.4)

Full of energy and seemingly happy in job

Patient and affectionate with children

Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her

Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior

Provides feedback on what my child does during the day

Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate

Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses

If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Teacher #1 is for my 5 year old son's teacher. Teacher #2 & #3 are for my 2 year old son's teachers.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.5)

Conducts an open house at start of school year

Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year

Conducts regular parent teacher conferences

Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year

Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year

Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools

Separation

OVERALL RATING (4.0)

Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Parents in classrooms early on

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
the seperation process is, ' drop them off, say good bye and leave...try to make it short and sweet and tell them you will see them in alittle while and to have fun.' That seems to work well. Also I do not really know how the end of the year is because I have not gotten that far yet, this is our first year.I made a guess on those questions.

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

-This preschool potentially connects parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0)

Parents:

- Hold social events at the school to build community

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Volunteer in the classroom

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Required to bring snack about once a month for class.

Parent #2
I really don't know

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Appointment before or after school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.8)
Parents' Opinions
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

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.3)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.0)

Screen and identify all visitors

Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages	Class Size	Days	Tuition
From 3 years to 4 years		Tue 9:30am - 1:30pm Thu 9:30am - 1:30pm	$0/Year
From 2 years to 3 years		Tue 9:30am - 1:30pm Thu 9:30am - 1:30pm	$0/Year
From 1 years 6 months to 2 years		Tue 9:30am - 1:30pm Thu 9:30am - 1:30pm	$0/Year
From 4 years to 5 years		Tue 9:30am - 1:30pm Thu 9:30am - 1:30pm	$0/Year

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

Rates vary depending on the age of the child and whether the parent is a church parishioner. Please call the program for specific rate information.

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: After a face-to-face meeting at the school

Parent visits tours are: Not necessary

Child interview process: None

Parent interview process: Director-parent

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Application fee: $50

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: Selective based on church parishioners have an early registration. remaining spots are filled on a first-come basis from the waiting list.

Notification occurs: Immediately;Rolling

Savvy Source's Comments

Comments

Registrations are through the middle of March, and at that point there is usually a waiting list. Application fee is $60 for non-parishioners and $50 for parishioners.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 1 years and 6 months to enroll.

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.