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Provider: Lawrence School for Young Children

Provider ID:

2395

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Site Address:	29 Bowen Hill Road Dorset, VT 05253 City: East Dorset	Contact Phone:	(802)379-4324
E-mail:	callsyc@hotmail.com	Website:
License Date:	09/29/2005	License Type:	Center Based Child Care and Preschool Program
Owner:		Director:	Cathy Lawrence
		Number of children program is licensed to care for at any one time:	40

Vacancy and Capacity Information

Current as of:	02/09/2024
Infant Capacity:	8	Vacancies:	0
Toddler Capacity:	8	Vacancies:	0
Pre-School Capacity:	20	Vacancies:	0
School-Age Capacity:	0	Vacancies:	0
Total Capacity:	36	Current Vacancy:	0

Program Information

Guidance:	Since a child's self esteem develops through positive interactions early in life, the discipline techniques used are extremely vital in this process. Gentle guidance, soothing compassion, peaceful persuasions, repeated reminders, brief explanations, and many diversions! This epitomizes the discipline techniques used with our youngest students. Since these young children are just beginning the arduous task of acquiring appropriate social skills (the majority of which are learned by the age of six), all guidance needs to be nurturing, extremely compassionate, incredibly simple, and always informative - while simultaneously teaching the children to empathize with others (which is done by focusing, acknowledging and labeling one's feelings) and to be respectful of individual differences. We also use a more preventive discipline with our preschoolers, providing much positive reinforcement, engaging the children in a curriculum that is fun and interesting, carefully supervising all classroom and playground activities, and providing an atmosphere that is cheerful, caring and considerate. We also teach tolerance of each individual's differences, within the realms of safety and respect, of course. These techniques effectively teach the children right from wrong, while simultaneously developing a healthy self-esteem. The teacher must be consistent, be sure the child knows why his/her actions were inappropriate, NEVER physically reprimand or berate the child, and ALWAYS use quiet discipline, never yelling or causing embarrassment. Since time-out tends to embarrass a child and does not allow a child to learn appropriate, alternative behaviors, it is only used in persistent or extreme situations, such as when a child's well-being is at risk. As an alternative to time-outs, we have also used self-controlled breaks. This is where a child is removed from a situation until he/she calms down. In this instance, the child decides when he/she is ready to return to the activity; thus allowing the child to take responsibility for his/her own actions. Frequent communication between home and school also helps to ensure consistency when disciplinary actions become necessary. This is accomplished verbally at pick up time or with a written note in your mailbox. Conversely, we ask that parents let us know immediately of any and all concerns they may have at any time. Ideally, this open communication prevents situations from escalating to a point where significant disciplinary actions are even needed. When ordinary methods of discipline are ineffective, a meeting is arranged with the parents to help develop a specific plan of action relevant to the situation. Since children learn respect, caring, & many developmental skills by watching adults cope with discipline problems, this is a responsibility we take very seriously.	Program:	We have been offering an appropriate educationally based program since 1982, taking the WHOLE child into account: socially, emotionally, physically, mentally, etc. We're not "just a daycare." LSYC is a 5-star program in VT's STARS, giving parents a 40% higher subsidy rate than programs not in STARS. Three enrollment options available: 1) school year session, 2) summer session, 3) vacation camp sessions (which are offered during the school year). Private one-on-one swim lessons available during summer session. Flexible scheduling to meet each family's needs. Open 7am to 5:30pm. Pre-K program is 8 am-2pm. 12 to 18 hours/week of FREE public Pre-K available for 3 & 4 year-olds. Many Dorset families can receive a scholarship from the town to attend our summer session for free. Parents provide their own child with food and drinks for the day. Special classes included during the school year, i.e. gymnastics, yoga, ice skating, Hullabaloo, music, Hildene workshops, etc., as well as several field trips. We also integrate Spanish and sign language into our curriculum. Many opportunities for parental involvement - completely voluntary, of course.
Ages Willing to Serve:	Infant, Toddler, Preschool, School Age	Program Participation:	Pre-K Program
Special Services:	Yes	Religious Activity:	No
Sibling Discount:	Yes	Subsidy Provider:	Yes
Area Description:	Fenced Yard, Smoke Free	Building Type/Setting:
Pets:

Provider Schedule and Services

Type of Care:	Daytime, Full-Time, Part-Time	Languages Supported:
Special Schedule:		Usual Operating Hours:	07:00:00 to 17:30:00
Days of Operation:	Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday	Transportation:
Schools Served:	Currier Memorial USD #23, Dorset Elementary School, Flood Brook USD #20, Manchester Elementary School	Program Meals:	Allergy Awareness