Summary

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents.

Development of social skills and work habits

Home-school connection

Parent community

Discipline

Facilities

Health

Safety

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.7)

Building, bathrooms, hallway

Classroom equipment and furniture

Outside play equipment

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)

Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)

Music room

Art room

Library

Playground

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"The purpose of Happy Day Presbyterian School is to provide a supportive and loving, Christian learning environment where God's love is realized as the child experiences the value and joy of working and playing in harmony with others.
OUR PROGRAM provides both indoor and outdoor activities, with a nutritious snack served each session.

INDEPENDENT CHOICE is a vital part of the program as well as TEACHER-DIRECTED activities for both individuals and groups.

SCHEDULING FLEXIBILITY is available for your child.

AFTERNOON PROGRAMS are optional.

SUMMER PROGRAMS are optional.

GOALS
To allow each child to grow as an individual and as a member of a group.

To develop both cognitive and sensory motor skills in children.

To foster problem solving and divergent thinking skills.

To understand and accept children where they are socially, emotionally, spiritually and physically.

To encourage children to build the self-control and responsibility needed in life as they become aware of self, the world around and their place in it.

To allow children to learn through play experiences and prepared curriculum.

To create a nurturing environment where children experience Christian values.

To encourage each child to have a \"happy day\" every day, interacting with peers and teachers.

To encourage parents and teachers to work in partnership.

To provide parent education classes and information.

To promote activities for family and school interaction.
"
Excerpted from the preschool's website

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.2)

This school has increased my child's:

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to sit still for longer periods of time

Ability to be a part of a group of children

Self-sufficiency and independence

Awareness of others’ feelings

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Language					YES
Oral language	-	-		-	n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs	-	-		-	n/a
Storybook reading	-	-		-	n/a
Emerging literacy skills	-	-		-	n/a
Cognitive Development					n/a
Math and number sense	-	-		-	YES
Time & space	-	-		-	YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-	-		-	-
Music	-	-		-	YES
Visual arts	-	-		-	-
Physical activity	-	-		-	YES
Other subjects taught					n/a

Quality of Teaching

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Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.8)

Conducts an open house at start of school year

Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year

Conducts regular parent teacher conferences

Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year

Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year

Separation

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

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0)
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)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

Safety

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Screen and identify all visitors

Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Application & Admissions

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

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