Discovery Tree School - P Street

Overview

P STREET is a downtown Sacramento early learning center within the Discovery Tree & Arista Schools group. The location is presented as part of a multi-site program that emphasizes hands-on, child-centered learning and mixed-age groupings.

Educational approach

The program is described as child-centered and "hands-on," drawing on Reggio-inspired ideas and R.I.E. (Resources for Infant Educarers) principles. The curriculum emphasizes open learning centers, a balance of teacher-directed and child-initiated activities, and tailoring experiences to individual developmental needs. Art and open-ended projects are treated as valued learning experiences.

Health, safety and staffing

Daily cleaning and multiple daily disinfections of play and eating areas are described.
Security measures include coded entry systems and badge or pin access for enrolled families and staff; parents sign in with a personal pin.
Emergency procedures and regular drills are in place for evacuations, lockdowns and related responses.
Staff qualifications and training are highlighted: teachers complete required early childhood education coursework, many hold CDA/AA/BA credentials, and staff are certified in CPR & First Aid and undergo TB testing, fingerprinting, background checks and mandated reporter training. Ongoing in-service training is noted.
Illness and medication policies state the centers are licensed for well-child care only; ill children must be picked up promptly, exclusion rules apply until children are symptom-free for 24 hours, and prescribed medications must be provided in original pharmacy containers with proper medical release documentation.

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