New York, NY
Rocking Horse Nursery School

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

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

We try to have a positive and supportive environment in which children can learn to be part of a community and follow the routines of the day.

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.'


We would talk to child A that his words might hurt his friend's feelings. Then we would try to find a way for the children to play together.

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parent #1
It's a very nurturing pre-school community of children, teachers and parents.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.4)
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 (4.7)
Screen and identify all visitors
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others
Prescreening for criminal records

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