Academy for Ideal Education

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Summary

Contact Info

Academy for Ideal Education
1501 Gallatin Street Northwest
Washington , DC  20011
www.idealed.org

Tel: (202) 726-0313

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 3 years
Extended day Yes

Parent Ratings

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

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 Include:

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

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
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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 (2.8) Two and Half Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions One Star
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Three Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Four Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Three 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 - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - - - n/a
Storybook reading Free play - - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - Free play with some structure - - -
Time & space - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Sci. reasoning/physical world Free play - - - -
Music Free play - - - -
Visual arts Free play - - - -
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - -
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
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Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (2.9) Two and Half Star
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job One Star
Patient and affectionate with children Two and Half Star
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Three and Half Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Four And Half Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Three and Half 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 Four And Half Stars
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute One Star
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them Two 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 Three Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Two and Half Star

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
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Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.5) Three and Half 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 Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Five Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Home visits by teachers

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
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Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are not encouraged to drop-in

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (1.0) One Star

Parents:

- Fundraise

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- Sit on the board of trustees

- Hold social events at the school to build community

- Fundraise

- Schedule family field trips

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

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
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Health

OVERALL RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Two Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Three Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

"After Care Begins at 3:30 pm every afternoon Ends at 6:30 pm (last pick up time)"

Excerpted from the preschool's website

Application & Admissions

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 3 years 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
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