Los Altos Parent Preschool

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Summary

Contact Info

Los Altos Parent Preschool
199 Almond Avenue
Los Altos , CA  94022
www.losaltosparentpreschool.org

Tel: (650) 947-9371

Application Information

Applications accepted Young 3s : child must turn 3 by december 31, 2007 3s and 4s : child should be at least 3 years and 6 months by december 2, 2007 pre-k : child should be at least 4 years old by december 2, 2007
Deadline for applications February 15

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 3 years
Extended day No

Survey Information

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info



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School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"Our philosophy is based on the principles outlined by The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC.) We are a child-centered, developmentally appropriate, anti-bias program that focuses on the whole child. We value the imagination and creativity of each child and the individuality of every family enrolled in our program. "
Excerpted from the preschool's website



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

"Good Morning Group
The teacher and children gather together. The teacher greets the children, introduces the work parents and the activities for the day. Children check the chart to see who the helpers are for the day.
Free Choice
Work parents begin their assigned duties. Children take turns to put the date on the calendar, write the number for the day for the number line, and record the weather in the meteorologist's log. The children choose from a number of activities which change from day to day. These choices include outdoor activities – trikes, working with sand and water, climbing, painting, sensory experiences, gardening, organized games, etc., and indoor play – learning games, art, science or cooking projects, dramatic/fantasy play, puppet shows, playdough, etc.
Group Time A
Half of the children gather together to take part in the first Group Time while the rest of the children continue to play. The teacher leads varied activities such as music, movement, instrument play, songs, stories, or plays. During this time, the children have an opportunity to explore a wide range of topics/concepts while learning to take turns and participate in a group discussion.
Group Time B
The first group goes outside, and the second group comes in.
Snack
Snack is served family-style with children and adults sitting at tables together. A variety of food is presented in self-serve bowls, encouraging the children to serve themselves. Parents model conversation, table manners, and assist the children when needed.
Free Choice
Activities continue as in the first half of the day. Often new choices are presented, such as carpentry, sorting/sequencing games, dictation or other literacy activities, puzzles, etc.
Closing Circle
The teacher and children gather for one last time to share a story, sing songs, or do show and tell. Children may review the occurrences of the day and think about their experiences. The teacher dismisses the children from this group. The day ends.
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Excerpted from the preschool's website

Curriculum & Teaching Approach



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Quality of Teaching



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Home School Connection



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Discipline, Health and Safety



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Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 3 years to
4 years
Mon 9:00am - 11:30am
Wed 9:00am - 11:30am
Fri 9:00am - 11:30am
$1170/Year
From 3 years to -- Tue 9:00am - 11:30am
Thu 9:00am - 11:30am
$900/Year
From 4 years to
5 years
Mon 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Wed 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Thu 12:30pm - 3:30pm
$1350/Year

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: Young 3s : child must turn 3 by december 31, 2007 3s and 4s : child should be at least 3 years and 6 months by december 2, 2007 pre-k : child should be at least 4 years old by december 2, 2007

Deadline for applications: February 15

Application fee: $Application Fee : $65.00

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 3 years to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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