Here are some results from a recent survey completed by parents of my students:
Survey Questions
Average Ratings & Responses
Please rate your experience with the teacher:
She relates well with children.
She relates well with parents/adults.
She creates a safe and fun learning environment.
She is able to differentiate and teach according to students' interests.
She keeps parents informed of activities and what is going on in the classroom.
She handles conflicts well.
How would you relate the quality of instruction in the following areas?
Language (understanding and using oral speech, writing name, reading and writing, etc.)
Math (recognition & writing numbers, shapes, counting, etc.)
Social Studies (learning about other cultures, getting along with others, feelings, safety, etc.)
Science (study of animals, health, weather , colors, etc.)
Motor Skills (moving large muscles and using small muscles of the hands)
Art (painting, exploring new things, making crafts, mixing colors, etc.)
What was your favorite field trip and why?
"I can't pick one. I loved the dentist and grocery store visit- it helps them understand daily nutrition/hygiene- it was very practical. But the one with the animals was so fun, too. It increased their awareness of the world and creates an opportunity to develop curiosity."
"Police Station. It's always interesting to learn about things like that."
"The trip to the dentist and grocery store. It was fun and helped my child think more about healthy food."
"We were only able to experience the zoo one. My daughter really liked the animals- the ferret reminded her of ours."
Did you find Parent Teacher Conferences helpful? If yes, what did you like? If no, what would you have liked done differently?
"Yes. It was nice to know what skills she demonstrated outside of the home. I also like having an educated outside opinion of what she needs to work on."
"Yes. I like how you gave us different areas to work on with our children."
"Yes. I liked hearing what we can work on at home."
"I did- I liked how positive it was."
Do you feel that your child is prepared for Kindergarten?
"Yes- you did an awesome job!"
"Yes, definitely!"
"She's getting there- we have another year of preschool still."
"Yes- he LOVED going to school and woke up every morning with one question- is preschool today?"
Do you have any suggestions for improving my preschool program?
"Nope! I think it's great!"
"I think you did a fabulous job."
"It's great!"
"Nope!"
Would you recommend Brighter Child Preschool to friends/family?
"Yes, definitely."
"Yes"
"Yes! Definitely!"
"Yes"