Excel Preschool

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  • Telephone: (718) 370-3784

Summary

Contact Info

Excel Preschool
2144 Richmond Ave
Staten Island , NY  10314-3916
Tel: (718) 370-3784
Fax: (718) 370-3736

Director: Ellen Shear

Parent Ratings

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

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 (2.3) Two Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three Stars
Outside play equipment One Star

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 (3.3) Three Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Four Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Two Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Two Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Four Stars
Awareness of others’ feelings Four Stars
Cooperation with other children Four Stars

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 - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Storybook reading - - - Not formally part of the curriculum n/a
Emerging literacy skills - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense Free play - - - YES
Time & space Free play - - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world Free play - - - -
Music Free play - - - YES
Visual arts Free play - - - -
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (3.6) Three and Half Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Three Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Four Stars
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her Four Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Four Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Three Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Four Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Four Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Two Stars
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute Four Stars
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them Four Stars
Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn Four Stars
Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts Three Stars

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 Four 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 (4.0) Four Stars

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

- Notes

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

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
I have noticed the classroom to be always very cold!!! the equipment in the yard is very old, I am afraid it will brake as my child trys to play!

Health

OVERALL RATING (1.3) One Star
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable One Star
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Two Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly One Star

Safety

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

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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