A Child's World

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  • Telephone: (352) 378-6343

Summary

Contact Info

A Child's World
3237 Southwest 41st Place
Gainesville , FL  32608
Tel: (352) 378-6343

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Located close to public transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.3) Four Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Four Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four Stars
Outside play equipment Five Stars

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)
Music room
Art room Check
Library
Playground Check

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 (4.0) 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
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 YES
Oral language - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - - - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - -
Music - - - - -
Visual arts - - - - -
Physical activity Free play - - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching



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Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Three 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 (5.0) Five Stars

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
My son just turned three, "preschool" really hasn't kicked in yet, but educational lessons began at 2. I receive daily reports including progress and description with what they learned, as well as activity sheets.

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

-This preschool does connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (2.0) Two Stars

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Special Meetings

- 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 well in a way that gives me confidence in the safety of my child

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Playground equipment is replaced when has become old or has any problem/safety issue.

Health

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



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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