Serendipity Preschools & Day Care

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Summary

Contact Info

Serendipity Preschools & Day Care
940 W Duarte Road
Monrovia , CA  91016
www.serendipitypreschool.com

Tel: (626) 447-2246

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Two Stars
Quality of teaching Three Stars
Development of social skills and work habits One and Half Star
Home-school connection Four Stars
Discipline One Star
Facilities Two and Half Star
Health Three Stars
Safety Three and Half Stars
Handling of separation One Star

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Building, bathrooms, hallway Two Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three Stars

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

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (1.7) One and Half Star
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Two Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Two Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence One Star

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Free Play Free Play Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure
Language YES
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 YES
Time & space - - - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Music - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Visual arts - - - Not formally part of the curriculum -
Physical activity - - - Not formally part of the curriculum YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (3.3) Three Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Three Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Three Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Three Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Five Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Three Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Three Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Three Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Five Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Five Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Three Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Two 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 connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Email

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (1.2) One Star
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled poorly in a way that makes me concerned about the safety of my child

Health

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Two Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (3.5) Three and Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Three Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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