Summary

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents.

Quality of teaching

Development of social skills and work habits

Home-school connection

Parent community

Discipline

Facilities

Health

Safety

Handling of separation

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.0)

Classroom equipment and furniture

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"At LEGACY ACADEMY our mission is to serve our children, families, staff, and communities in a manner that positively impacts their lives. We believe in so doing, our programs will set the standard for early childhood care and education. We are committed to providing ongoing professional development for our staff, for they are a key ingredient in the quality program at LEGACY ACADEMY. Their positive nurturing sets the basis for the high standard of care we expect for our children. We are committed to providing our children and families a cutting edge, enriched learning environment that encourages physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. We are committed to providing the individualized attention that encourages each of our children to grow and develop to their fullest potential. "
Excerpted from the preschool's website

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (1.3)

This school has increased my child's:

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to be a part of a group of children

Self-sufficiency and independence

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Language					-
Oral language	-	-	-	-	n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs	-	-	-		n/a
Storybook reading	-	-		-	n/a
Emerging literacy skills	-		-	-	n/a
Cognitive Development					n/a
Math and number sense	-	-	-		-
Time & space	-		-	-	YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-	-	-		-
Music	-	-		-	YES
Visual arts	-		-	-	-
Physical activity	-		-	-	YES
Other subjects taught					n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (3.3)

Full of energy and seemingly happy in job

Patient and affectionate with children

Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior

Provides feedback on what my child does during the day

Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate

Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses

If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off

Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute

Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them

Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn

Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts

Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.7)

Conducts an open house at start of school year

Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year

Conducts regular parent teacher conferences

Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year

Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year

Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools

Separation

OVERALL RATING (1.0)

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are not encouraged to drop-in

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (2.5)
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
Facility was not kept clean. Snacks were prepared around same area that diaper changes took place.

Health

OVERALL RATING (3.5)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Safety

OVERALL RATING (2.5)

Screen and identify all visitors

Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Application & Admissions

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

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