Child Illness:

Under no circumstances should you bring your child to care sick (fever of 100.6 or higher, vomiting, diarrhea not contained in a diaper, sore throat, runny nose other than clear, draining eyes or ears, unexplained rash, lice, etc.) If you are not sure your child is well enough to attend Child Care, call and discuss it with me. Masking your child�s symptoms with over-the-counter medications and bringing them to care anyway are grounds for immediate termination with loss of deposit and fees.
It is also inconsiderate to all families involved. A sick child should be allowed to recuperate fully at home after an illness so that the other children and the provider do not risk unnecessary exposure. If you are unable to stay home with your sick child it will be necessary for you to make arrangements at your own expense. If your child is out ill, regular fees still apply. If your child becomes ill while in my care I will call you immediately. You will be expected to pick your child up within 1 hour. If you do not show within an hour, I will begin calling the people on your Child Admission Record. Your child may be brought to care if they have a common cold (which means a slight cough, clear runny nose, sneezing); however I will call you if your child is just plain miserable (whining, crying, repeatedly asking for you).
Provider reserves the right to determine when a child should be sent home. Your child may return to care 24 hours AFTER symptoms of illness end. Which means if your child is sent home with a fever, diarrhea, or vomiting they cannot return until they have been symptom free for 24 hours without the aid of medications. I am responsible for the health and well being of many children so I will closely follow state regulations when it comes to illness. I understand and respect your need to be at work, but your cooperation is extremely important on this issue. Please call by your normal drop off time if your child will not be attending that day. INITIAL_________

Medications:

State law prohibits me from giving your child medication of any kind unless you have filled out and signed a Permission to Administer Form. The only exception is Tylenol, which I can give your child with verbal permission. I can only give the dosage on the package and I can only administer medication that you have supplied. I recommend that you bring a small container of Tylenol, marked with your child's name, to leave here. All medication must be in the original, labeled container. Prescription medications must also have a written doctor�s note. I have forms for this purpose. I will supply each parent with several forms. I recommend you keep these forms in the glove box of your car so that you have them in the event you need to take your child to the doctor. INITIAL_________

Medical Emergencies:

Minor bumps and scrapes are inevitable, but I make every effort to keep your children safe through supervision and childproofing. Minor injuries will receive appropriate first aid, and if an emergency injury or illness occurs, you will be contacted immediately. If necessary you child will be transported by ambulance to the nearest hospital. Parents are responsible for costs involved in emergency medical treatment, including transportation if required. Jen Wilson/Lil' Munchkins Day Care WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE for any illness/injury of either child or parent/guardian while on the premises, or while the child is in the company of the provider during field trips or outings.
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Immunizations:

All immunizations must be kept up to date. Any child found not up to date will have 24 hours notice to receive required immunizations. The provider can refuse to care for any child(ren) if required immunizations have not been received. INITIAL_________

Nap/Quiet Time:

All children 5 years and under will be required to lie down for a nap/quiet time each day. This will be a two-hour rest period, between 12:30pm-2:30pm (depending on our morning activities). I will not force your child to sleep but they must lie down quietly. If your child does not go to sleep, he/she may be given a book, puzzle or something else they can play with quietly. INITIAL_________

Parent Conferences:

Parent conferences will be scheduled periodically with the parent(s) and/or guardian(s). This will allow you to meet with me in a relaxed environment without the distractions of other children and parents, to discuss things such as your child�s development, discipline strategies, and needs. I would also welcome your feedback on my effectiveness as an educator and care provider, as well as other issues and concerns that may arise. By keeping the lines of communication open, I hope to foster a more stable and enjoyable working relationship with the families I serve. INITIAL_________

Potty Training

I will assist in potty training with the understanding that it will only work if we work together. Your child will not learn if they do not do it while in my care and at home. You must work with your child at home, either during vacation or over a weekend before I will begin potty training here. Clothing should be easy to manage to encourage self-help skills. Buckles, belts, and suspenders when in a hurry to use the bathroom may create a problem. I also require that each potty training child have 6 changes of training pants or pull ups, extra changes of clothing are also necessary, including socks.
~ SIGNS OF READINESS MAY INCLUDE: ~
*Staying dry for 2 hours or during nap.
*Bowel movements are regular and predictable.
*Wanting wet or soiled diapers changed.
*Demonstrating interest in using the potty.
*Understanding and cooperating with simple instructions.
*Indicating with words or gestures, the need to use the potty.
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Discipline:

I believe discipline should be used to teach a child. The children are explained the rules of the child care home frequently so that all know the guidelines. Once a child understands the rules and obeys them, the following techniques are used. These techniques are: Redirection, Time Out, Removal of privileges, and Last resort-when a child�s behavior is constantly upsetting or dangerous to myself or others, a conference will be called with the parents. If problems cannot be resolved, arrangements will have to be made for the child to go elsewhere for care. INITIAL_________

Birthdays and Celebrations:

At Lil' Munchkins Day Care we will observe special days with activities, treats and possibly outings. You are welcome to bring treats, decorations, games, etc. to help celebrate as long as there is enough for everyone. Please discuss this with me in advance so we can plan accordingly. INITIAL___________

Field Trips:

Children participate in field trips at various times throughout the year. Parent volunteers are always welcome and appreciated. Notice of field trips will usually be given in the monthly newsletter. Occasionally, there may be fees related to the trips to cover entry fees or to pay for a helper if a parent volunteer is not available. I will take all possible precautions when transporting the children in my van. It is not necessary your child attend these field trips but you will be required to find alternate care for your child if he/she does not attend. Regular childcare fees will still apply for field trip days, whether or not your child attends. INITIAL_________

Referrals:

Referrals from a current client are one of the biggest compliments I can receive. As a special thank you, Lil' Munchkins Day Care offers families 50% Off 1 Weeks Tuition of care for each referral that enrolls. Your Discount will be deducted from your weekly fee after the referred child has attended for 4 weeks. Rate of discount will be figured based on your contracted hours of care. INITIAL_________

Reciepts & W-10 Forms:

A Receipt will be provided. One will be also provided at the end of the year with a W-10 so that you may claim your childcare credit on your taxes. This W-10 will be given to you in January of the New Year. It is imperative that both parties claim the same amount on their taxes as this will send up a flag to the IRS and may result in an audit of both parties. If you think that the amount is incorrect then you must let me know so that it can be researched and corrected if needed. INITIAL_________

Renewals of Forms:

All forms and contracts will be renewed every 6 months on January 1 and July 1. All previous forms are obsolete. INITIAL_________

Open Door Policy:

At Lil' Munchkins Day Care, you can always be assured that the door is open to you. Please feel free to drop in and check on your child, however, keep in mind a child adjusting to a new surrounding will want to leave with you if you pop up for a visit. I would like to ask that if there are visitation hours by parents or other family members that these do NOT take place in my home. Please keep in mind there may be times when it is not possible for me to run to the phone (diaper changing, bottle feeding, etc.) If the phone goes unanswered, please do not become alarmed, simply leave me a voice mail and I will call you as soon as I am able. INITIAL_________

Communication:

Communication is very important to me. When I accept a new family into my home, I like to be sure that we can share openly any concerns or questions that may arise. It is important that there is a similar childcare philosophy between us. I welcome questions, feedback, or discussions of any kind that affect a positive outcome for the child. Sensitive issues will be discussed outside of regular hours either by phone or a scheduled conference. You may call me between 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. If you call during the day, please be aware that I may be busy with the children and may not be able to answer the phone. If you will leave a message on my voice mail, I will call you back as soon as possible. I provide a monthly newsletter that will explain some of the activities we are doing, events that will be happening, my days off, and any other pertinent, fun or helpful information that may be of interest to you. You are always welcome to contribute to our newsletter.Parents of infants and toddlers will receive a daily note. Some typical things that you may find on this note would be Daily Activities, feedings, diaper changes, naps, and things to remember or to bring. All parents should check our board by the door for important information, items you need to bring, special announcements, etc. INITIAL_________

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