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Oakland, CA
Duck Pond

Five Stars

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents.

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neighborhood: Crocker Highlands / Glenview ·  Telephone: (510) 530-0851

Basic Stats

Total enrollment 25
Student/teacher ratio 7:1
Established 1986
Average tenure for teachers 8 yrs.
% of teachers with:
- Bachelors 0%
- Masters 50%
- Teaching credentials 0%
- CPR 100%
- First aid 100%

source: This information was provided by the director This information was compiled by Savvy Source

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Five Stars
Outside play equipment Five Stars

source:This information was provided by parents

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school

Dropoff Procedure

- Parents walk their child into the classroom

- 8:00 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child

Late Pickup Policy: $1.00 for each minute late payable to the teacher.

source: This information was provided by the director

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year

more

Yes
Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program No
Affiliated with a religious institution No
Some experience serving children with special needs

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Yes

source: This information was provided by the director

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached) Check Mark
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)
Music room Check Mark
Art room Check Mark
Library Check Mark
Playground

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Check Mark

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Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children No

source: This information was provided by the director

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
The Duck Pond teachers are very supportive. I have always felt comfortable talking about issues that have come up, such as a new sibling. Also, my son has done special projects based on his ability and interest. The community of parents is wonderful. There is a committee to help out families, such as making food when a new baby is born.

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