Summary
Contact Info
Arcadia Friends Community Church Preschool
5705 Lenore Ave
Arcadia
, CA
91006-5745
arcadiafriendspreschool.com/
Tel:
(626) 445-7825
Fax:
(000) 000-0000
Director:
Shelley Milazzo
shell4kids@sbcglobal.net
Admissions Director:
Shelley Milazzo
General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
After a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Student/teacher ratio |
11:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 years and 9 months |
| School year |
9/14/2009 - 6/10/2010 |
| Summer Program |
6/30/2009 - 7/30/2009 |
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Quality of teaching |
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| Development of social skills and work habits |
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| Home-school connection |
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| Parent community |
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| Discipline |
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| Facilities |
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| Health |
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| Safety |
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| Handling of separation |
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed:
1
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Basic Stats
| Student/teacher ratio |
11:1
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% of teachers with:
| - Teaching credentials |
50%
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Transportation and Drop-off Policies
Transportation
Dropoff Procedure
Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year |
Yes
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| • We offer age appropriate academics in preparation for more formal learning in the future. |
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| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program |
No
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| Affiliated with a religious institution |
Yes
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| Teach religious concepts |
Yes
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| • Children of all faiths are welcome at our pre school, however, there will be exposure to non-denominational, christian concepts. |
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| Some experience serving children with special needs |
No
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Accreditation, Membership & Awards
| Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children |
No
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Other Memberships
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (5.0) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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Facilities Include:
| Classrooms (with bathroom attached) |
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| Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) |
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Playground
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Director's Comments
Question to director: Do you have any additional thoughts on what parents should consider when looking at your school? Is there any advice that you would like to provide to prospective parents?
It is our desire to provide an environment that allows each child the freedom to explore and develop his or her individual potential in a caring Christian atmosphere of love and understanding.
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
I have found this preschool to be an absolutely wonderful environment for my child. My 4 year-old daughter is in her second year there, and has been flourishing. The activities and projects are age-appropriate, the teachers are nurturing and committed, and the facilities are clean and friendly.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
In a caring and positive atmosphere, we create a warm and happy place for pre-schoolers to learn. As we bridge the gap from home to school, we guide children to a continued good self-image while building social skills in a school setting.
Sensory, motor, perceptual and language skills are introduced through materials and activities which are both child-centered and teacher-directed. Work is planned with emphasis on the process rather than the product, fostering a sense of accomplishment and pride.
Based on the theory that children learn through play, classroom routines encourage active involvement, meaningful experimentation and reinforcement through repetition.
Recognizing that children grow in predictable stages, we treat each child as an individual, working from the level each child has attained and moving forward a step at a time. We teach a love of learning by allowing children to experience their own stage of development and helping them to feel success without pressure.
We value our relationship with the parents in our program and desire to create an atmosphere where open communication is fostered through being available to listen, realizing that parents may gain valuable insights and techniques from the expertise of the staff and at the same time, the staff can learn from the parents. The door of the pre-school is always "open" and your visits are welcomed! Through this, school then becomes a shared experience which hopefully will continue throughout each child's educational process.
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (4.6) |
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| Full of energy and seemingly happy in job |
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| Patient and affectionate with children |
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| Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior |
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| Provides feedback on what my child does during the day |
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| Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate |
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| Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses |
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| If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off |
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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Individualized Teaching
Description of how teachers work with children who are
"behind," "excelling" or "different" from the majority of students
Our school allows each child the freedom to explore and develop his or her individual potential. The staff works together to encourage and enhance growth and development in those children who need additional support.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (3.6) |
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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Director's Comments
We offer a monthly newsletter which includes parenting tips and program information. Our school has an "Open Door" policy and encourages communication between school and home. Parent information on local events and area schools is available in the office and distributed to those interested. We encourage "One-on-One" communication with parents and staff.
Separation
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Parents in classrooms early on
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Director's Comments
We encourage parents to come into the classroom and spend a pre-determined amount of time with their child. The parent then notifies the teacher that they are leaving. The teacher will then offer comfort and engage the child in the classroom activities. Parents are encouraged to call is they have concern about how their child is handling the separation.
Drop-in Policy
- During school parents are encouraged to drop-in during specific times
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| 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
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Overview
Director's Description of Approach Toward Discipline
At pre-school children are learning responsibility and consequences for their actions.
In order to understand acceptable behavior, we reinforce positive behavior first and
foremost, set limits that are clear and consistent, use direct eye contact and
communicate using words and a tone of voice that respects each child. Children are
involved in the problem solving process as they learn self control.
Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The classrooms are child-friendly, clean, and inviting. They play facilities are varied, engaging, and well-maintained. There is also an outdoor teacher who facilitates outdoor play and is fabulous at her job!
Health
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable |
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| Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided
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Food Allergies
Medications
Safety
| OVERALL RATING (4.5) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
From
2 years
9 months
to
5 years
8 months
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11 |
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$157/Month |
From
1 months
to
5 years
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$0/Year |
From
2 years
9 months
to
5 years
8 months
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11 |
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$403/Month |
From
2 years
9 months
to
5 years
8 months
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11 |
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$247/Month |
Extended Care
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
In addition to our regular pre-school morning, we offer a Lunch Program five days a week from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The lunch program consists of lunch (brought from home), outside activities, crafts, stories, a quiet time, and snack time and is billed at a rate of $10.00 per day.
Calendar Year
School Year
Summer Program
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.
