Hacienda Child Development Center

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  • Telephone: (925) 463-2885

Summary

Contact Info

Hacienda Child Development Center
4671 Chabot Drive
Pleasanton , CA  94588
Tel: (925) 463-2885

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Two Stars
Quality of teaching Three Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Three and Half Stars
Home-school connection Three and Half Stars
Parent community One Star
Discipline Three and Half Stars
Facilities Three Stars
Health Four And Half Stars
Safety Four Stars
Handling of separation Two 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 (3.0) 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 (3.5) Three and Half Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Three Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Three Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Three 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 -
Oral language - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - - - n/a
Storybook reading - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense Free play - - - YES
Time & space Free play - - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world Free play - - - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Visual arts Free play - - - -
Physical activity - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (3.3) Three Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Four Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Four 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
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Three Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Three Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.8) 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 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 Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Two Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (2.0) Two Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school

Drop-in Policy

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

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

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.8) Three and Half Stars
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 (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Five Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Three Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Five Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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