Countryside Montessori Preschool

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Summary

Contact Info

Countryside Montessori Preschool
721 Northport Drive
Madison , WI  53704
csmontessoricom.nxg.verizonsupersite.com

Tel: (608) 244-5437

Application Information

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

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 2 years and 6 months
Extended day No

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Five Stars
Quality of teaching Five Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Four And Half Stars
Home-school connection Four And Half Stars
Parent community Four Stars
Discipline Five Stars
Facilities Five Stars
Health Five Stars
Safety Four And Half 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 (5.0) Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Five Stars

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)
Music room Check
Art room Check
Library Check
Playground Check

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"At Countryside, the philosophy is to build on the special qualities that the children already have. We strive to help them develop a sense of independence and continuous growth
"
Excerpted from the preschool's website



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

"7:00am Early Arrival
Greetings, Notes
Care of environment
8:15am Beginning of Preschool Program
Attendance
Good Mornings
Calendar
Work Time (Group/Individual)
11:00am
Lunch / Outdoor Play
12:15pm
Part-Time Students Depart
Nap / Siesta (rest) begins
2:15pm ¾ Day Students Depart
Afterschool Begins
Group Projects
Gardening
Outdoor Play
Animal Care
Dramatic Play
Baking
5:00pm Cleaning of Child's Environment
Preparation to go home
Story Time
5:30pm School Closes





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Excerpted from the preschool's website

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.8) Four And Half 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 Four Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence 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 - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - - - n/a
Storybook reading - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - Free play with some structure - - YES
Time & space - Free play with some structure - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - Free play with some structure - - -
Music - Free play with some structure - - YES
Visual arts Free play - - - -
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (5.0) Five Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Five Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Five Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Five Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Five Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Five Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Five Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Five Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.8) 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 Four 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 Five Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are encouraged to drop-in during specific times

General Parent Education

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

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) Four Stars

Parents:

- 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)

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Email

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

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

Health

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Five Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Five Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Five Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions

Application Process

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

Application fee: $ 50

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 years and 6 months to enroll.

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