Jan Peterson Child Care Cntr

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Summary

Contact Info

Jan Peterson Child Care Cntr
26895 Brodiaea Avenue
Moreno Valley , CA  92553
www.icarecommunities.com

Tel: (951) 601-9200

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 6 months
Extended day No

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Four Stars
Home-school connection Three Stars
Parent community Four Stars
Discipline Three and Half Stars
Facilities Five Stars
Health Five Stars
Safety Four And Half Stars
Handling of separation Three Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Five Stars
Outside play equipment Five Stars

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

" Jan Peterson Child Development Center is a supportive, nurturing environment nestled on the grounds of the Riverside County Regional Medical Center. In this warm, secure and enriching setting, children share more than play, meals and rest. They also have fun exploring a range of programs and activities specifically designed by child development experts to help your child grow in every way – physically, mentally and emotionally."
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

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 - Free play with some structure - - 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 - Free play with some structure - - -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - Free play with some structure - - -
Music - Free play with some structure - - -
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - -
Physical activity Free play - - - -
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.0) 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 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 Three Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
- Small group sessions

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) Four Stars

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school


Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Face to Face

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

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
I have seen a few kids with runny noses and coughing there so not all sick kids are sent home...

Health

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Five Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Five Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Five Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Five Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 2 months to
5 years
$0/Year

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 6 months to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



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