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Celebration Learning Center
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Summary
Contact Info
Celebration Learning Center
1135 Bluebell Drive
Livermore
, CA
94551
www.celebrationcc.org
Tel:
(925) 245-1252
Director:
Julie Jensen, Preschool Director
jjensen@celebrationcc.org
General Approach to Learning
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| Play-based with some structure |
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Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Key Statistics
| Student/teacher ratio |
8:1 |
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Quality of teaching |
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| Development of social skills and work habits |
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| Home-school connection |
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| Parent community |
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| Discipline |
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| Facilities |
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| Health |
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| Safety |
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| Handling of separation |
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed:
1
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Basic Stats
| Student/teacher ratio |
8:1
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% of teachers with:
Transportation and Drop-off Policies
Transportation
Dropoff Procedure
Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year |
Yes
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| • 3 year old class, a combination/early pre-k class and a pre-k preparation class. |
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| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program |
No
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| Affiliated with a religious institution |
Yes
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| Teach religious concepts |
Yes
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| • Children of all faiths are welcome. Parents need to be aware we are a Christ-centered program. Students attend chapel once a week and learn a bible verse and story monthly as part of their curriculum, |
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| Some experience serving children with special needs |
Yes
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| • Yes, within the perameters of our student to teacher ratios. We cannot accomodate severe special needs; those requiring constant one on one care. |
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Accreditation, Membership & Awards
Other Memberships
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.0) |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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Facilities Include:
| Classrooms (with bathroom attached) |
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| Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) |
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Playground
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Director's Comments
Question to director: Do you have any additional thoughts on what parents should consider when looking at your school? Is there any advice that you would like to provide to prospective parents?
State licensing allows us to have a student:teacher ratio of 12:1. However, we strive to keep classrooms with a 8:1 ratio or less, thus allowing more individualized student attention.
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Students are prepared academically, emotionally and spiritually for kindergarten. It is a loving environment with a loving and caring staff who focuses on the child's individual needs.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
"Celebration Preschool offers an enriching program of highly creative activities designed to develop excitement and a desire for learning which will remain with each child throughout life.
Celebration Preschool will help to develop Christian character and conduct, obedience to parents, respect for authority, and appreciation of our American heritage.
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Excerpted from the preschool's website
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
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| Play-based with some structure |
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Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Director's Comments
Students are involved in teacher-led instruction time, free play time and center play. Each approach allows students an important learning experience.
Social Skills & Work Habits
| OVERALL RATING (4.5) |
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| Ability to listen and follow directions
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Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
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| Ability to be a part of a group of children |
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| Self-sufficiency and independence |
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Curriculum and Teaching Approach
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.5) |
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| Full of energy and seemingly happy in job |
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| Patient and affectionate with children |
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| Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior |
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| Provides feedback on what my child does during the day |
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| Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate |
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| Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses |
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| If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off |
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| Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children |
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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
While each teacher has her strengths and weaknesses I notice they all love the children. Their differences in personality is a bonus as it seems they connect better with different kids.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (4.7) |
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Separation
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Abbreviated schedule at start of school year
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Parents in classrooms early on
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Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The school is excellent about sending notes home regarding parties and activities.
Drop-in Policy
- During school parents are encouraged to drop-in during specific times
General Parent Education
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (3.8) |
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| 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
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Health
| OVERALL RATING (4.5) |
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| Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable |
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| Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided
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Safety
| OVERALL RATING (4.5) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
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Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
From
2 years
6 months
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5 years
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$0/Year |
Extended Care
Application & Admissions
Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.
