Dallas, TX
Northaven Cooperative Preschool

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.5)

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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Director's Description to School's Approach to Discipline

Children are encouraged to express their feelings and needs and to respect the rights of others as teachers guide them kindly and firmly using exploration, redirection, reminder, reflecting of feelings, and protection of all participants and of the learning environment.

Director's Response to a Sample Discipline Scenario

Description of how teachers handle the following scenario: Child A and Child B are good friends and usually play together. One day, Child A decides to play with Child C and tells Child B, 'I don't want to play with you today. I'm playing with Child C instead.'


Teachers would reflect everyone's feelings and help toward a solution for all, e.g. 'Is there a way all three of you can play together? 'It hurts your feelings when someone says they won't play with you.' 'People's feelings are important. We need to care about everyone's feelings.' 'Sometimes friends want to play with other friends for a while. Let's find something else for you to do; would you like to help me...?' Teachers encourage children's engagement in solving social problems, using their own words to tell others what bothers them; teachers offer suggestions and don't allow bullying.

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parent #1
We just moved into a new building so some of the kinks are being worked out (ie. air conditioning). We are putting in a new playground as well.

Parent #2
School has a new building (1 year old) Teachers were allowed to give input to layout and design of the rooms (very large rooms) Playground is 1 year old - very new. The facilities are great - everything is new, large, bright and open.

Parent #3
Brand new building, enormous play structure that is 2 or 3 times larger than most parks

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.7)
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

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Safety

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

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