La Marina Preschool

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  • Telephone: (310) 372-2974

Summary

Contact Info

La Marina Preschool
115 North Sepulveda Boulevard
Manhattan Beach , CA  90266
Tel: (310) 372-2974
Fax: (310) 372-2974

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (1.0) One Star
Classroom equipment and furniture One Star

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Parents beware - we had to actually pull our child out and we're now looking into another preschool. He was constantly sick and they hounded us for payment before asking if he was okay.

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

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 - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Storybook reading - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Time & space - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Visual arts Free play - - - -
Physical activity Free play - - - -
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
There is very little instruction - mostly kids moving from toy to toy or watching videos.

Quality of Teaching



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Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Three 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 Three Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Three Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (1.0) One Star

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

-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

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

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
The place needs a major scrub down. There are stains in the carpet, the rooms are musty, and classes are over crowded.

Health

OVERALL RATING (2.0) Two Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Two Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Two Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Screen and identify all visitors Three Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Two Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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