Bennett Valley Montessori School

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Summary

Contact Info

Bennett Valley Montessori School
2810 Summerfield Road
Santa Rosa , CA  95405
www.bvms.com

Tel: (707) 537-8889

Key Statistics

Extended day No

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 Stars
Parent community Two Stars
Discipline Two and Half Star
Facilities Three Stars
Health Three Stars
Safety Four Stars
Handling of separation Two Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three Stars

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (2.7) Two and Half Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Two Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Three 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 -
Oral language - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - 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 - - - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Music - Free play with some structure - - -
Visual arts - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (2.8) Two and Half Star
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Three Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Three Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Four Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Two Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Three Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Two Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.2) Three Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Two Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four 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 Three Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (2.0) Two Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Extra staff dedicated to handle separation

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are not encouraged to drop-in

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

-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 (2.0) Two Stars

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are mostly handled in a competent way, though there have been a few exceptions that from time to time have made me worried about the safety of my child

Health

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Two Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four 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



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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