Hours Mon-Fri 5:00am-5:00pm

SCHEDULING: Circle days child/children will be at House of Hugs M T W T F

Your child/children will arrive here at: (billing begins at your reserved time)_____________

Your child/children will be picked up by: (billing ends at your reserved time or late fee will be imposed) _____________

Child/Children Name: ________________________

*ABSENT DAYS, SICK DAYS & EARLY DEPARTURE DAYS. Hours reserved for your child used or unused will be paid for. In the event your child/children leave or do not come to the Daycare during their scheduled time, ie. Doctor appointments, birthday parties, school functions, sporting events, accompanying you to work, Preschool, going to a friend's or relatives house, day camps, early departure days, NON VACATION DAYS. You are responsible for paying for the time they would normally be here. Although they are not in my care I must hold that spot open for their return. If you reserve a spot for additional children and they do not come on the day reserved, you will be charged for that day. INITIAL_________

*YOUR VACATION DAYS. ( FULL TIME/YEAR ROUND FAMILIES ONLY ) You will be not be charged for up to 2 Daycare weeks (10 working days) PER FAMILY PER YEAR, provided you give me at least 2 WEEK'S notice. Please inform me when you are taking a vacation day. The year goes from January to January. This time will be pro-rated for families starting in the middle of the year. INITIAL_________

*REGISTRATION FEE (new families only) There is a non-refundable registration fee _________ for one child, _______ more for any consecutive children. The registration fee is paid at the time of enrollment. This cost will cover the enrollment forms, and will buy an age appropriate toy or sleeping mat for your child while they are here. These items will remain in the daycare home. INITIAL_________

*PAYMENTS ARE DUE EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON. If you are not personally picking up your child/children please make arrangements to pay early or on your own BEFORE 6:00 pm each Friday. INITIAL_________

My rates are as follows:

-Full time ________, ________, ________(at the Daycare 40 hrs per week)

-Part time ________, ________, ________

*LATE FEES All unpaid accounts will have a 20% (of the amount due) late fee added to your bill Friday evening and each Friday until the bill is paid. After 1 weeks your child/children will not be taken until the account is paid in full. INITIAL_________

*SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN~~Kindergarten-5th GRADE Children that are here before and after school will be charged at the normal rate per hour or the flat fee of ________ Per school age child . If there are days when your child/children has no school, or are sick and remain at the Daycare, or get out of school early, that day will be figured out at the normal hourly rate or ________which ever is greater.

-1 CHILD ________,

-2 CHILDREN, ________,

-3 CHILDREN $ ________ PER SCHOOL DAY

*LATE FEE-- ________ PER FIFTEEN MINUTES AFTER 5:00 PM. INITIAL_________

*DIVORCE RECORDS/CUSTODY AGREEMENTS: Divorced parents are required to provide a copy of custody papers to be kept in the child's file at the Child Care. Without custody papers, I have no legal way of preventing the child's non-custodial parent from removing them from the child care home. If I do have copies of papers, I can then call the police if the non-custodial parent does try to remove your child. INITIAL_________

The purpose of this agreement is to outline the polices and procedures under which I operate as a licensed Child Care provider. I want to give the children in my care opportunities to learn in a family-like setting with a mixed age groups, where they can feel safe and loved, and can begin to build a positive self image. Your child will receive quality personal and individualized care in a warm and loving home. Your child will have the opportunity to gain practice in language, fine motor, large motor & self help skills. Your questions and comments are important so we can achieve the very best experiences for your child. Children will not be denied enrollment on the basis of sex, race, religion or disability. I/We understand that these hours have been made available to my child/children for child care. I/We further understand that it is my obligation to pay for these hours whether I/we choose to use them or not. I/We have read and accept the procedures and the policies of the House of Hugs Child Care. I/We will make a conscientious effort to cooperate with, and abide by them.

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*HOLIDAYS: House of Hugs will be closed: Thanksgiving day and the day after, Christmas Days/Dec 24-26, New Years, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Good Friday. You are not charged for these days.

*ARRIVAL PROCEDURES:INITIAL_________ Parents MUST accompany their children inside the house each!!! time you come to the Daycare. Children should arrive at the Daycare fully clothed and clean. Coats and outerwear can be hung on porch. A cheerful good-bye kiss, a smile, and a reassuring word that you will be back is a nice way to leave your child each day! Please make your hello's and good-byes as brief as possible.

*PERSONAL ITEMS:INITIAL_________ PLEASE NEVER ALLOW YOUR CHILD TO BRING GUM ! Never! Nor should Children come in with food from home! This is for the safety of your children as well as other children! Children are welcome to bring toys and bikes from home, the toys should be inspected for sharp or broken edges, and should not be small enough that a baby could choke on. Children should also be willing to share these items with other children. (this does not include special blankets or stuffed toys used for nap times) Each child will have a change of clothes! No matter how old the child is. I do not have an ample supply of clothes in assorted sizes. Accidents come in all sizes!

*INFANT/TODDLERS:INITIAL_________ A good supply of diapers, & diaper wipes should be brought when you start and I will tell you when we am running low. Children being potty trained should have a good supply of underwear and extra clothes. Pull-ups will not be used unless potty training has begun. I am only too happy to help you train your child as long as it is being practiced at home.

*MEDICINES:INITIAL_________ Cold remedies and children's Tylenol should be brought at the first sign of a cold. Your child should be as comfortable as they can be when they are sick. I will only administer meds. when you give me permission too.

*REST TIME:INITIAL_________ All children will be required to rest. Smaller children will take naps in the nap room. Older children will be able to read books, or watch a movie.

*DISCIPLINE: INITIAL_________ When a child is having a difficult time following directions or treating others or equipment without respect, appropriate guidance is used. First I will try "REDIRECTION" and if that doesn't work then we have "TIME OUT" for a period appropriate with the child's age, (one minute for each year and never to exceed 5 minutes). If a child has constant problems behaving inappropriately, I will try to work with the parents to find ways to help the child adjust. After attempts to correct the behavior and the child has not adjusted, removal from daycare is expected.

*CHILD ABUSE: : INITIAL_________ Minnesota State Law and Licensing requirements states that Child Care facilities are required to report immediately to the Child Protective Services (CPS) any reason to suspected child abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

*FOOD: INITIAL_________ I am enrolled in the State assisted food program, all meals are nutritious and are monitored by the state. Breakfast, (for children arriving prior to 8:00 a.m.), lunch and afternoon snack will be provided. An occasional treat (birthday, holiday) can be brought (and appreciated !).

Sample Menu:

BREAKFAST C.A.P.I. approved Cereal, Banana, & Milk

LUNCH Meat Loaf, Potatoes, Applesauce, Bread, & Milk

AFTERNOON SNACK Cinnamon toast, apple juice

SPECIAL DIETS: If a child has a particular dietary need, substantiated by a medical evaluation, the owner of House of Hugs must be informed and given a doctor's note. Substitute meals or snacks may then be brought from home.

I have read and understand the above to be the policies of House of Hugs Child Care. This signed copy will be kept and maintained in your child's file. I will also provide a copy to you for reference later. I look forward to working with you and your little one.

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