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Contact Info

Children of America
16723 River Ridge Blvd
Woodbridge , VA  22191
www.childrenofamerica.com

Tel: (703) 445-1779
Fax: (703) 445-9479

Director:
info@childrenofamerica.com.

Application Information

Applications accepted Proof of the child's identity and age may include a certified copy of the child's birth certificate, birth registration card, notification of birth (hospital, physician or midwife record), passport, copy of the placement agreement or other proof of the child's identity from a child placing agency (foster care and adoption agencies), record from a public school in virginia, certification by a principal or his designee of a public school in the u.s. that a certified copy of the child's birth record was previously presented or copy of the entrustment agreement conferring temporary legal custody of a child to an independent foster parent. viewing the child's proof of identity is not necessary when the child attends a public school in virginia and the center assumes responsibility for the child directly from the school (i.e. after school program) or the center transfers responsibility of the child directly to the school (i.e. before school program). while programs are not required to keep proof of the child's identity, documentation of viewing this information must be maintained for each child.

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 2 months
Extended day Yes

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. One Star
Home-school connection Three Stars
Discipline Two and Half Star
Facilities Four Stars
Health Four Stars
Safety Four Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Four Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four Stars
Outside play equipment Four Stars

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"We are committed to providing your child with a safe, comfortable and happy home-away-from-home setting. We strive to create an environment in which your child will thrive and to give you, the parent, Peace of Mind.
Our family of caregivers, administrators and staff provide loving-care in a stable and stress-free environment that encourages your child to grow socially, emotionally, and intellectually.
Therefore, at Children of America, we pledge ourselves to:
Offer your child daily large doses of love, care and understanding in an atmosphere that emphasizes learning through play.
Give your child daily opportunities to explore and learn about the world through sensory experiences.
Value the uniqueness of your child.
Strive to reinforce and complement your child's home and family life."
Excerpted from the preschool's website



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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Curriculum & Teaching Approach



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Quality of Teaching

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
This is not a pre-school its a daycare

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

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

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Pick-Up

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are mostly handled in a competent way, though there have been a few exceptions that from time to time have made me worried about the safety of my child

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
I liked the establishment itself, just wasn't happy about the staff.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.0) 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 Four 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

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 2 months to
5 years
$0/Week

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: Proof of the child's identity and age may include a certified copy of the child's birth certificate, birth registration card, notification of birth (hospital, physician or midwife record), passport, copy of the placement agreement or other proof of the child's identity from a child placing agency (foster care and adoption agencies), record from a public school in virginia, certification by a principal or his designee of a public school in the u.s. that a certified copy of the child's birth record was previously presented or copy of the entrustment agreement conferring temporary legal custody of a child to an independent foster parent. viewing the child's proof of identity is not necessary when the child attends a public school in virginia and the center assumes responsibility for the child directly from the school (i.e. after school program) or the center transfers responsibility of the child directly to the school (i.e. before school program). while programs are not required to keep proof of the child's identity, documentation of viewing this information must be maintained for each child.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 months to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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