Weapons and Firearms:
At no time will I allow any person to bring in weapons or firearms of any kind.
Only exception is uniformed law enforcement officers.
This includes, but is not limited to:
guns,
knives,
pocket-knives,
swords,
stun-guns,
pepper spray, mace,
num-chucks or other martial arts accessories,
lassos or hand-cuffs,
smoke bombs, etc.
If your child is found to have a gun, any weapon, or dangerous substance in his or her possession while in my home, you will receive an immediate call from me informing you that you need to pick up your child immediately. I will require written assurance from you that your child will not ever bring any guns or other weapons to my home before I will be able to accept your child for care again. If this is not provided, the terms of this contract will be voided immediately, and you will forfeit any deposits.
If your child arrives with an inappropriate toy, it will be stored in their cubby until the end of the day, and returned with a note asking you not to send it with your child in the future. Toy guns and swords may be fine for pretend play at home, but they are not suitable for a group care environment.
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Activities:
My goal for the children in my care is to have fun learning and expressing themselves while forming friendships. I encourage positive interactions that help build positive self-images. I provide an educational program for all children 15months and older. This is included in your tuition. In addition to this preschool program, I offer a wide selection of developmentally appropriate toys. Choices include but are not limited to puzzles,
reading books, coloring, dramatic play, block/ leggos, listening/ dancing to music, and outdoor play.
INITIAL_________ Field Trips: There may be occasional field trips, some will be planned and some may be spur of the moment. It is not mandatory that your child attends these trips, but you will be required to provide back-up child care for your child if your child cannot attend. There is no deduction in the weekly or daily tuition if your child does not attend these field trips. Specific information regarding our outings will be provided to you as the trips are planned.
INITIAL_________ Daily Schedule: {7:30-8:30}Arrival/Breakfast
{8:30-9:00}Choice Play
{9:00-9:30}Circle Time
{9:30-10:30}Activity Time/Outside or Playroom
{10:30-11:00}Choice Play/Clean-up/Potty
{11:00-11:45}Lunch
{12:00-12:15}Story Time (Pre-selected)
{12:15-2:15}Nap/Quiet Time
{2:15-2:30}Clean-up/Potty Time
{2:30-3:15}Story Time (Children�s Choice)/Pick up School Children/ Snack Prep
{3:15-3:45}Snack
{3:45-4:30}Outside or 30min indoor gross motor play
{4:30-5:00}Choice Play/ Pick-up Time.
This Schedule is just a Guideline. Since we are in a Home Environment we are able to be Flexible.
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Arivals and Departures:
Children are to arrive clean and fed (unless arriving before a meal time).
I prefer that there are no pick-ups or drop-offs during the designated daily quiet time, but if it is necessary, please be as quiet as brief as possible. Children who arrive during quiet time will be expected to remain quiet (they may play/read quietly) until quiet time is over, so that others will not be disrupted from their naps.
It is normal for some children to have difficulty separating from parents,
or cry when dropping off. Please make your drop off brief, the longer you prolong the departure, the harder it gets. A smile, cheerful good-bye kiss, and a reassuring word that you will be back is all that is needed. In my experience, children are nearly always quick to get involved in play or activities as soon as parents are gone.
Please be brief at pick up times, as well. This is a time of testing, when two different authority figures are present (the parent and the provider). All children will test to see if the rules still apply. During arrival and departure, I expect parents to back up our rules. If you do not, I will remind the child that their behavior is inappropriate and take action to correct, if needed. Please be in control of your child during pick up times.
Please remember then when completing the Emergency Form.
Please inform emergency contacts, or people designated to pick up your child, that if I do not know them, and the child is too young to recognize them ("Hi, Grandma!"), then I will need to ask for identification. I do not mean to offend them. This is simply a measure taken for the child�s protection.
Please do not allow your child to walk to the door by themselves at drop off.
It is important to take a minute to walk them to the door and greet me. This gives us both the opportunity to discuss any schedule changes for the day or anything else.
At pick up, please do not let your child leave the house until you are leaving also. They can be in the street in an instant or any other number of things could happen.
It helps your child tremendously if they are aware that you will be arriving early (or late) in that they come to expect regularity and thrive on it. Please keep me informed so as I can in turn keep the child informed!
Drop-off and pick-up times are not good times to discuss serious problems. Little ears and minds hear and understand everything. I am not comfortable discussing a child in the presence of anyone, but their parents. Topics that concern day-to-day events or light-hearted discussion are fine.
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Cleanliness and Hygiene:
We do our best to maintain strict cleanliness and hygiene standards. Children's hands are washed before and after meals, coming in from outside and after toileting, if these skills are stressed at home also, your child may remain a good hand-washer when he/she gets older. We use paper towels for drying hands, so children do not have to use the same towel.
Infants sleep in separate cribs/Play-Pens with clean blankets, used only by them. Beginning at toddler age, cots are used. Each child has a separate cot, with blankets. These are washed weekly (unless soiled, then they are washed as often as necessary) and cots are wiped with bleach water.
INITIAL_________ Absenses: Please call me by 8:00 am if your child will be late or not attending that day. If I have not received word of absence, and this happens more than once, your child (ren) will be subject to withdrawal from the program. Extended Absense: In cases of your potential absence due to maternity leave, summer, or extended leave from your job, I will require � of your regular weekly tuition for the entire time of your absence to hold your child�s position. I must receive at least a 2-week written notice and the leave must be for longer than a 2-week period.
INITIAL_________ Transportation All children being transported while in my care will use seat belts in the appropriate type of seat for each child�s weight and age. In addition to field trips there will be short trips to school or the grocery store. A note will be left on the door at these times. I will not at any time, leave a child in an unattended vehicle.
INITIAL_________ Termination: All new children will be cared for on a two-week trial basis. During this trial period, either party may terminate care. After this trial period, a two-week written notice is required by either party to terminate the child care agreement.
Termination notice will NOT be accepted while provider or parents are on vacation. Parents are financially responsible for the final two weeks care whether or not their child attends my day care. Parents may pay two weeks instead of two weeks notice. Provider reserves the right to terminate care for the following reasons (but not limited to:
The operating expenses of Lil' Munchkins are the same whether you bring your child or not. Therefore, no deductions in the weekly fee will be made for snow days or sick days.
If you find it necessary to remove your child for an extended period (over 2 weeks), I cannot guarantee that I will be able to hold the opening unless you pay � tuition for that time. This will be dealt with on an individual basis.
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__ Blatant disrespect towards provider or provider�s family.
__ Late Payment
__ Late Pickup
__ Dishonesty
__ Lack of parental cooperation.
__ Lack of compliance to outlined policies.
__ If parents knowingly bring their child ill.
__ Failure to complete required forms.
__ Failure of child to adjust to the Child Care after a reasonable time.
__ Failure to get required immunizations.
__ My inability to meet your child�s needs.
__ Serious illness of child or provider.
__ Unacceptable behavior that interferes with the atmosphere of the child care home and/or is
detrimental to the well being of others.*
*Provider reserves the right to give written notice of immediate termination in this case. Two
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Child Abuse/Neglect:
It is state law and also my responsibility as a childcare provider to report any and all abuse or neglect performed on a child. I cannot turn my head on a child that has been abused or neglected. Therefore, I will notify Children's Protective Services and the Police Department when it appears that a child in my care is being physically, sexually, or emotionally abused, neglected, or exploited.
INITIAL__________ Release of Child: Under no circumstances will your child be released to anyone other than those listed on your Child Admission Record. In case of an emergency, if someone other than you will be picking up your child, you will need to call and let me know. I will ask the person for ID.
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Supplies:
Parents are responsible for supplying:
*diapers
*wipes
*a full change of clothing
and any other supplies your child may need. (Please See Current Supply List). I ask that parents bring a jumbo package of diapers and refill package of wipes (per child) at the beginning of each month. This should last your child for the entire month. All parents who have children who are not potty trained will need to supply wipes. If it becomes necessary for me to supply wipes or diapers for your child, reimbursement will be expected no later then your next payment date. Please have your child bathed and dressed for play. A clean child is a healthy child.
All personal belongings should be marked with child's name. It is not necessary to bring eating utensils, cups or
dishes, as they will be supplied. If any of these items are brought, they must be marked with the child's name, to
avoid mix-ups with other children. Donations help me keep costs down, so if you have any of the following items on hand and are willing to donate them, it would be greatly appreciated. This is not mandatory. Snack Foods (fruits, crackers, etc) Dress up clothing, costumes, jewelry, hats, etc. Magazines for cutting, especially ones like National Geographic that depict other cultures, or any that have lots of pictures of people, children, or animals. We are looking for pictures that would appeal to children. Paper of any kind, brown, white, colored, waxed, foil, etc.
Crayons, water color paints, or any misc. art supplies, such as fabric scraps, glitter, pipe cleaners, paper plates, etc.
IDEAS! We welcome any ideas that you may have for fun activities or crafts!!!
I teach the children creativity, problem solving, and pride in their skills. Sometimes these values get messy. Some days we will be painting, so please send your child in appropriate clothing. Please dress your child for real success. If there is an occasion that calls for special clothing, please bring this clothing in an extra bag and I will help your child change before you arrive for pickup. Provider is not responsible for your child�s clothing or personal items brought into childcare home. I will let you know when I need more supplies for you child.
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Toys:
I prefer that toys from home stay at home. If your child has to have an object for transition times I am willing to accommodate, but this object will be put away when not needed. I am not responsible for such items so use your discretion when allowing a child to bring toys from home.
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