First Baptist Preschool

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Summary

Contact Info

First Baptist Preschool
600 Aero Ave
Schertz , TX  78154-1904
www.fbcschertz.org

Tel: (210) 658-0488

Director: Mrs. Schroeder,director.

Application Information

Applications accepted For information, please call our preschool office, 658-0488, and leave a message. mrs. schroeder, our director, who will return your call.

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 3 years
Extended day No

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Four Stars
Quality of teaching Four And Half Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Four Stars
Home-school connection Four Stars
Parent community Three Stars
Discipline Five Stars
Facilities Three and Half Stars
Health Four Stars
Safety Five Stars
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 (3.5) Three and Half Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four Stars

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Academically strong but also provides play-based learning. Offers many unique and fun activities for children such as rodeo day, fiesta and bike parade day, woodworking, field trips, talks from community helpers, and chapel.

The staff provides a very loving environment.

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"Our goal is to provide the skills that are necessary to succeed in school by teaching children the basic academic, social, and physical skills that are necessary for the child's future education. We stress the spiritual growth and development of each child. We have chapel twice a week, listen to Bible stories, and have prayer at snack time.
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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 (4.0) Four 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
Four Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Four Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence 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 YES
Oral language - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - - - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - Free play with some structure - - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - -
Physical activity - - - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
We like their curriculum. It is so much more than child care. Our child learned so much!!!

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.9) Four And Half Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Five Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Five Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Five Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Four Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Five Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Five Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Five Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Five Stars

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Our teacher and others I have observed provide a variety of activities for learning. These teachers seem very qualitfied and experienced at working with children.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.2) 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 Three Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Five Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Three Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
The school is very good about informing us of special events ahead of time. THe director stands at the door each morning to greet preschool students. Secure building with doorbells. Parents are very encouraged to be a part of this program.

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0) Three Stars

Parents:

- Fundraise

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Go on field trips

- Volunteer in the classroom

- Receive newsletters

- Encourage play dates out of school

- Shares information on matter related to our children (e.g. babysitter lists, pediatricians, extracurriculuar classes, etc.)

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school


Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Teachers sent home a monthly newsletter and calendar

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Parents' Opinions
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

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
This school has been in existence for a very long time and therefore the building is older. Although things are not new and modern, the quality of education and care make up for it.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Five Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Five Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 3 years to
5 years
$0/Year

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: For information, please call our preschool office, 658-0488, and leave a message. mrs. schroeder, our director, who will return your call.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 3 years to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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