Calvary Young Children's School

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Summary

Contact Info

Calvary Young Children's School
3701 Hillsboro Road
Nashville , TN  37215
www.calvaryumc.com/ycs.htm

Tel: (615) 297-7562

Director: Anne Parker, Director
aparker@calvaryumc.com

Key Statistics

Extended day No

Parent Ratings

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

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  2

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children Yes

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four And Half Stars
Outside play equipment Four Stars

Facilities Include:

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

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"Focus on the growth and development of the whole child, including cognitive, physical, social and spiritual growth; encourage love and forgiveness in a nurturing Christian environment; foster the values of caring, sharing, cooperation and respect for the uniqueness of each person; encourage freedom and independence within established limits; promote curiosity about the world and a love for learning thru exploring and critical thinking; develop a feeling of self-worth and self-confidence; encourage concept formations through art, music, literature, drama, science and physical activity; value and promote play, the child's work; and create a partnership with parents that will enhance the child's learning. "
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 (3.8) Three 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
Three 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

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 - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense Free play Free play with some structure - - -
Time & space - - - - -
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Visual arts - - - - -
Physical activity - - - - -
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.3) Three Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Four And Half Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Three Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Two and Half Star
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Three Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (3.5) Three and Half Stars

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
*There are numerous fundraisers throughout the year, but there is no pressure to participate.

Drop-in Policy

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

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) Four Stars

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Go on field trips

- Receive newsletters

- Hold social events outside of the school (with and/or without children)

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Special Meetings

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.4) Four 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
* The staff works hard to keep the rooms clean. The children wash their hands frequently.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four And Half Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Five Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (3.8) Three and Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Three Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four And Half Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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