All Seasons Children's Learning Center

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  • Telephone: (626) 294-0216

Summary

Contact Info

All Seasons Children's Learning Center
2612 S Baldwin Ave
Arcadia , CA  91007-8324
Tel: (626) 294-0216

Director: Maria Potter

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  3

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.7) Four And Half Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Five Stars
Outside play equipment Four Stars

Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The school implements an amazing academic program. Both my children have received a sound foundation and a magnificent exposure to all areas of learning. The staff is well prepared and very hands-on with the students. The only downside is that the school has an extensive waiting list and it is had to get in. Parents in general wished the school would expand to offer elementary.

Parent #2
school is very academic oriented which is good for a working mom.


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 (4.8) Four And Half 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
Five Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Five Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Five Stars
Awareness of others’ feelings Five Stars
Cooperation with other children Five 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 - - - - n/a
Storybook reading - - - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - - - -
Time & space - - - - -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - -
Music - - - - -
Visual arts - - - - -
Physical activity - - - - -
Other subjects taught n/a
Parents' Comments

Parent #1
The program is very advanced and well rounded. I can say that when my children tested at other schools, their math and reading levels scored two to three grades higher. The school keeps close observation on performance and acquired skills by testing the students 3 times per year.

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.2) Four Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Four Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Three and Half 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 Four Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Three and Half Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Five Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Two and Half Star
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute Five Stars
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them Five Stars
Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn Five Stars
Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts Five Stars

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
All the teachers at the school are competent and friendly. Their method of teaching varies & they all have their own style. What is immediately noticeable is their professional appearance.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Four Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Four Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Four 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

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
I like and feel reassured that the administrators are always available to the parents to advise or answer any questions.

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0) Three Stars

Parents:

- Volunteer in the classroom


Parents' Comments

Parent #1
School does not encourage parent participation

Parent #2
School does not encourage parent participation

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.8) Three and Half 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

School is good

Parent #2
The school is extremely clean and well maintained.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.7) Four And Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four And Half Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four And Half Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Five Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four And Half Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four And Half Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

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Parents' Admission Tips

Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions

Parent #1
Placed the children early on the waiting list.

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