Summary
Contact Info
Adventure Zone Child Development Center
5630 N. Cloverdale Rd.
Boise
, ID
83713
Tel:
(208) 938-1028
Director:
Mary Walters
General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
While child is in utero, upon birth, after a face-to-face meeting at the school |
Key Statistics
| School year |
Year round program |
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Development of social skills and work habits |
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| Home-school connection |
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| Parent community |
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| Discipline |
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| Facilities |
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| Health |
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| Safety |
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| Handling of separation |
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed:
1
Director survey: Yes
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
The Adventure Zone philosophy is to respect and nurture each student in a positive, fun, safe, and educational atmosphere.
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Before preschool begins, children are encouraged to participate in group activities such as circle time, singing, or story time. Our preschool curriculum emphasizes early learning of numbers, letters, shapes, colors, manners, respect, and pride in a hands-on manner. During the school year, students are in a structured class with students near their own age for approximately 2 - 2.5 hours prior to lunch. The afternoon consists of play time, nap time, art, music, reading, and free time.
Quality of Teaching
Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Individualized Teaching
Description of how teachers work with children who are
"behind," "excelling" or "different" from the majority of students
The Adventure Zone teachers and staff make every attempt to discourage any stereotyping or labeling of children who might be "a little different" from the other students. Teachers work with children who are "different" based on the appropriate needs of each students; for example, if a teacher notices a child struggling with writing letters, the teacher might spend some time pointing out positive aspects of each child's letter and / or offer additional one-on-one with each child in a manner that would not single out the "different" student.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (2.7) |
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Director's Comments
Parents are encouraged to drop by the center at any time to participate and / or observe their child's daily activities or to visit with his / her teacher. Each child has a folder with his or her name where projects, activities, and lessons are placed for the parent to take home. Our staff emphasizes positive aspects when discussing issues with parents and will address any concerns / questions in an appropriate, timely manner. Should there be an issue of serious concern, an incident report will be written by the staff person who handled the situation and the report will be discussed / reviewed with the parents of the children involved. In the entry way, literature is offered on topics from immunizations to child care assistance programs. The director and owner have vast knowledge of community, government, developmental, educational, and social resources and will offer such information to parents when appropriate or when asked to do so. Adventure Zone will have approximately two open houses each year in addition to an annual Christmas program.
Separation
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Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Director's Comments
Teachers and staff will assist parents with separation by redirecting their attention in a positive and appropriate manner.
Drop-in Policy
- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy
General Parent Education
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| 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
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Overview
Director's Description of Approach Toward Discipline
Adventure Zone believes positive reinforcement, redirection, and discussion at the child's eye level is the most effective and appropriate disciplinary strategy.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable |
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| Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided
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Food Allergies
Medications
Safety
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors
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| • Each Adventure Zone staff member is thoroughly screened by means of an Idaho Department of Health & Welfare background check and includes finger printing. This procedure is followed prior to initial hire and on an annual basis thereafter. |
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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Application & Admissions
Application Process
Admissions Process
Director's Comments
Comments
Our director has over 25 years of experience in the child care field and is extemely knowledgable. She encourages positive attitudes in a structured, fun, and educational environment. Cleanliness and safety are of the highest priority to the owners and director of Adventure Zone Child Development Center.
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.
