Intown Playgroup

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  • Telephone: (202) 337-2720

Summary

Contact Info

Intown Playgroup
1334 29th St. NW
Washington , DC  20007
Tel: (202) 337-2720

Director: Ms Valerie Torres

Parent Ratings

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

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (3.3) Three Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Three Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four Stars
Outside play equipment Three Stars

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 (4.7) Four And Half Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Five 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 Three 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 YES
Oral language - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - - - n/a
Storybook reading - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Emerging literacy skills Free play - - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense Free play - - - YES
Time & space Free play - - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world Free play - - - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Visual arts - Free play with some structure - - -
Physical activity Free play - - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Three Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Five Stars
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her Five Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Four Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Three Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Five Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Four Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Five Stars
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 Four 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
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Five Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.7) Three and Half Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Five 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 Five Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Parents in classrooms early on

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
Many of these issues are moot as the school is for one and two year olds and not focused on academics. Parents or nannies must attend with the child, so there is no drop-off except for the 2-year olds on occasion.

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 not connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (5.0) Five Stars

Parents:

- Sit on the board of trustees

- Hold social events at the school to build community

- Fundraise

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Go on field trips

- Volunteer in the classroom

- Receive newsletters

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

- Schedule family field trips

- 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

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Email

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

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

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.3) Four Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Five Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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