Summary
Contact Info
A Special Place (Erin Way)
1260 Erin Way
Campbell
, CA
95008
www.aspecialplaceschools.com
Tel:
(408) 559-1566
Director:
Becky Bazan
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 |
After a face-to-face meeting at the school (tour, conversation with director, etc.) |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 years |
| School year |
Year round program |
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Quality of teaching |
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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:
3
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year |
Yes
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| • Homework Assistance Transportation to and from nearby elementary schools. Clubs and Monthly Themes. Summer Care Field Trips Daily Nutritious snacks Cooking/Science projects Extracted from www.aspecialplaceschools.com |
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| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program |
Yes
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| Affiliated with a religious institution |
No
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| Teach religious concepts |
No
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Accreditation, Membership & Awards
Other Accreditations
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (3.2) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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| Outside play equipment |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Please research all of the schools that you wish to consider.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
"A Special Place is a warm, comfortable setting for children to grow and develop at their own pace. It is a planed environment where curiosity, trust, helpfulness, understanding, challenge and respect for each other is promoted and encouraged."
Extracted from A Special Place Schools Brochure
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (2.8) |
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| Full of energy and seemingly happy in job |
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| Patient and affectionate with children |
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| Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her |
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| Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior |
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| Provides feedback on what my child does during the day |
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| Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate |
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| Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses |
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| If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off |
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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The school should not allow teachers to display hickeys. The dress code should be appropriate for the position each person holds.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (3.0) |
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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 and Parents' Comments
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
I feel like my child is dropped off into a black hole. The policies and structures change at a moments notice, and parents are not given the opportunity to make any adjustments.
General Parent Education
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (1.0) |
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (2.5) |
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| 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
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Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The front door is never locked, with access for anyone. The teachers do not screen for identification. Children are not kept clean. I have seen several children at school with dirty noses, hands. The airconditioner is rarely on and is usually warmer there than if outside. Conditions have been reported to the State Licensing Bureau.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (2.3) |
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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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| Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly |
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Safety
| OVERALL RATING (2.3) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
From
2 years
to
5 years
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Mon 7am - 6pm
Tue 7am - 6pm
Wed 7am - 6pm
Thu 7am - 6pm
Fri 7am - 6pm
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$150/Week |
From
2 years
to
5 years
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Mon 7am - 12pm
Tue 7am - 12pm
Wed 7am - 12pm
Thu 7am - 12pm
Fri 7am - 12pm
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$110/Week |
Extended Care
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
2, 3 and 4-day programs also available.
Tuition for non-potty-trained children is slightly higher.
Contact school for more information.
Calendar Year
School Year
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.
