Summary
Contact Info
Los Altos Christian Schools
330 Redwood Avenue
Los Altos
, CA
92008
www.lacs.com
Tel:
(650) 949-0861
Director:
Brenda Milhem Preschool Director
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
Student's applying for the 2 year old class must be 2 years old by september 1st. student's applying for the 3 year old class must be 2 years and nine months old by september 1st. and toilet trained
students must be 4 years old by december 1st of the enrolling year |
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 years |
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:
3
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Transportation and Drop-off Policies
Transportation
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.0) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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| Outside play equipment |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
was once a great program.
at this time it has poor leadership and no direction
parents pay top dollar while teachers need to buy their own supplies
They advertise programs then don't deliver
Parent #2
Strengths--Small student to teacher ratio; small class sizes; don't force my child into activities, but encourages him to stretch outside his comfort zone; teachers care deeply and really know my child
Weaknes: Cost
Parent #3
Los Altos Christian Preschool is hands-down the BEST preschool in the area. The director and staff are committed, warm, caring, and educated. My daughters LOVES to go to preschool, often wishes away her weekends, just so she can go back to school! They offer gymnastics, music, chapel, and crafts galore --while teaching the children all they need to know for kindergarten. They also have a lunch program and extended day for parents who need this. This is a school that is sensitive to children with food allergies as well. In July they will have 4 weeks of summer camp for ages 2 yrs to 5 yrs old. Any concerns I have had I talk directly with the teacher or director about, and they WANT feedback from parents. Being new to the bay area, I found several good friends among the parents of this preschool, which lead to playdates and carpooling. I completely trust LACP and their staff with my 4.5 yr old darling daughter, and we will be sending our younger daughter there next year as well. Go for a tour, you will NOT be disappointed!
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
"We believe that each child was created by God, is unique and has purpose.
We further believe that each child should be provided with an environment of exploration and instruction that encourages individual emotional intellectual and spiritual growth.
The educational motivation of a child is a sacred trust and responsibility given by God to the parent and shared in part with the educator.
Our purpose is to provide a quality preschool program to our children, regardless of race, color, creed or religion, in a warm, loving, spiritual, Christian environment
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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
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.2) |
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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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| Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her |
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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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| Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute |
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| Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them |
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| Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn |
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| Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts |
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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
The teachers are loving and affectionate which is what my daughter thrives under.
Parent #2
I am only rating the teacher my child has had this year. Until recently, she was not qualified, and even though she has since recieved the minimal units required, does not posess the skills needed to teach preschool.
She replaced one of the most skilled teahcers I have ever known, who resigned when the former director ( who was amazing) was fired and replaced by the current inexperienced person. It's as if the principal doesn't believe preschool is important at all
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (4.2) |
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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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Director's and Parents' Comments
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
the former director ws in the classrooms at the beginning of the year, helping to reassure children with seperation issues, and had a plan in place for those with difficulty. The current director wan no where to be found and didn't have a clue what to do.
General Parent Education
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (3.7) |
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| 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
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Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The teachers are always calm and caring while disciplining --they are great examples of what I strive to be like with my children.
Parent #2
I know they are currently fundraising for new outside play equipment, so that should be upgraded soon. I also know it can be difficult to enforce the well-child policy.
Parent #3
The grounds, which were always in good order when my first child attended, have been a mess during the months my second child has attended
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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| Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly |
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Safety
| OVERALL RATING (3.7) |
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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
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
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From
3 years
to --
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$6850/Year |
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From
3 years
to --
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Mon 8:30am - 11:30am
Wed 8:30am - 11:30am
Fri 8:30am - 11:30am
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$3470/Year |
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From
3 years
to --
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$4600/Year |
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From
3 years
to --
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Tue 8:30am - 11:30am
Thu 8:30am - 11:30am
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$3470/Year |
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From
2 years
to --
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Tue 9:00am - 11:30am
Thu 9:00am - 11:30am
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$3470/Year |
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From
2 years
to --
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Mon 9:00am - 11:30am
Wed 9:00am - 11:30am
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$3470/Year |
From
4 years
to
5 years
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Mon 8:30am - 11:30am
Wed 8:30am - 11:30am
Fri 8:30am - 11:30am
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$4600/Year |
From
4 years
to
5 years
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$6850/Year |
Extended Care
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
All LACP students in the 3-year-old and 4-year-old/Pre-K classes. Starting Monday, Sept. 10, 2007 Stay and Play will be offered to the morning students Monday—Thursday. 11:30 am -3:30 pm. $40.00 per day if you signed up by 3:00 pm the previous weekday. $45.00 per day if you signed up after 3:00 pm the previous weekday. Stay n’ Play Year Around *- $1200 for the year, payable in 10 installments of $120 for one day per week. $2400 for the year or $240 per installment for two days per week. This could provide you with a savings of up to $15 per day.-"All LACP students in the 3-year-old and 4-year-old/Pre-K classes.
WHEN? Starting Monday, Sept. 10, 2007 Stay and Play will be offered to the morning students Monday-Thursday. 11:30 am -3:30 pm.
$40.00 per day if you signed up by 3:00 pm the previous weekday.
$45.00 per day if you signed up after 3:00 pm the previous weekday.
Stay n' Play Year Around *-
$1200 for the year, payable in 10 installments of $120 for one day per week. $2400 for the year or $240 per installment for two days per week. This could provide you with a savings of up to $15 per day.
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Excerpted from the preschool's website-"All LACP students in the 3-year-old and 4-year-old/Pre-K classes.
WHEN? Starting Monday, Sept. 10, 2007 Stay and Play will be offered to the morning students Monday-Thursday. 11:30 am -3:30 pm.
$40.00 per day if you signed up by 3:00 pm the previous weekday.
$45.00 per day if you signed up after 3:00 pm the previous weekday.
Stay n' Play Year Around *-
$1200 for the year, payable in 10 installments of $120 for one day per week. $2400 for the year or $240 per installment for two days per week. This could provide you with a savings of up to $15 per day.
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Excerpted from the preschool's website
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Parents' Admission Tips
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
No
Parent #2
Met with the director one on one to help hear her vision and share our philosophy.
