PROGRAM POLICIES

This page contains an overview of my policies. A complete list will be given upon request. Some of these items may not apply to your child. This is just an outline based on my years of experience with groups of children. If you have any questions, please call me anytime at 508-359-7869.

Tuition: Whatever fee is agreed upon by us is due at the beginning of every week, even if your child does not attend. Payments must be made regularly to ensure your child’s place in our group.

Hours: General hours of operation are 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. Earlier hours available, (Refer to the fee schedule for more information). If your child is not picked up by his/her agreed time, there will be a $6.00 charge for every ½ hour thereafter. If given prior notice of a late pick-up, some late fees may be waived.

Vacations and Holidays: I provide the dates of the next year’s paid holidays/floaters in November. There will be no more than 12 days per year plus 2 week’s vacation. My own vacation usually consists of 2 weeks during July-August, (about 2 months notice will be given for this).

Termination: If you, or myself, wish to end our agreement, a two week notice must be given in writing. If not, the retainer will be put towards the last week of care. If care is terminated 2 weeks prior to my vacation, you will be obligated to pay for the first week’s closing.

Nap/Rest Time: This quiet time falls between 12:30-3:30. I feel it is important for them to have a nice rest period after a busy morning. Infants are put down for naps according to their own schedules. I provide each child with their own nap mat and blanket. They are washed on a weekly basis unless needed sooner. Older children can play quietly during this period.

Clothing: One set of clothing (seasonal) should be left with me at all times; two sets for infants. Diapering supplies and toilet training will be discussed on an individual basis. Sneakers only, can be worn on any of the climbing apparatus. Your child is expected to arrive in clean and neat clothing. This reflects on our group as a whole. Finger nails should be cut, and long bangs be kept out of their faces for safety. Please avoid putting jewelry, hairpins or earrings on your child. They can come off during nap or play and pose a danger to themselves and others.

Personal Items: I discourage bringing personal toys into the program as it typically leads to misunderstandings among the other children. If your child has a special item he/she needs to sleep with, you may bring it in. I have special infant toys, for their use only. Food from home is also not allowed.

Medical: In case of illness, your child should not come if he/she has any symptoms indicating a contagious condition. Your child may come back 24 hours after symptoms disappear or 24 hours after medication is given. All medicine brought in should be in the original prescription bottle with their name on it. I shall administer medicine only as I am directed to by you or your doctor. If your child becomes ill during the day, I will call you immediately.

Discipline: Generally, if your child misbehaves he/she would be spoken to, given time out or re-directed to another activity, depending upon the situation, the age and maturity level of your child. In fairness to the other children in our program, we can not support continuously disruptive behavior.

Parties: Each child is given a birthday party and gift. We also celebrate Halloween, Christmas, Chanukah, Easter and Valentines Day. These are the only times parents may bring treats into the program. If your child celebrates other occasions, please let me know so I may include them.

Arrivals and Departures: I ask that arrival and departure be short and sweet for the sake of the other children whose parents cannot be there. Of course there is always time during arrival to keep me up to date on your child, and I'll notify you of anything significant that occurred during the day at pickup.

Reviews: Periodically, we will talk more extensively about your child’s progress. I ask that you be very honest and open with me as to your feelings about the care he/she is receiving.

Questions?? Email or Call Rosie at 508 -359-7869