Policies

Policies

1. Philosophy

I believe a child is never too young to learn, never too old to laugh and never undeserving of genuine praise and affection. I believe that children grow and learn best in a home environment where they can enjoy a relaxed, cozy, and secure setting. The working family scene can be hectic, but with the right combination of childcare and parental involvement it can be both a positive and enriching experience for children, parents and caregivers.
Children are a blessing from God and I am always honored to have such an active role in their lives. All children enrolled into my care are treated with love and respect and provided with the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of activities.

2. OPEN DOOR POLICY

At A Child’s Place Childcare, 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 just adjusting to a new surrounding will want leave with you, if you pop in for a visit. Although unannounced parent drop-ins are welcome and encouraged, please remember that from 11:00 until 3:30 is a very hectic time: lunch, clean up, nap, and snack. It would be better to come before or after these times, unless absolutely necessary .

Please keep in mind there may be times when it is not convenient for me to run to the phone (i.e. diaper changing, bottle feeding, etc.). If the phone goes unanswered please do not become alarmed, simply leave me a message and I will call as soon as I am able. You may also communicate with me via e-mail. There may be times when something comes to you at work that you don't want to forget to relay to me. If you have e-mail, please feel free to drop me a line, and I will generally reply during rest time.

3. PARENT/ CAREGIVER COMMUNICATION

Communication is very important to me. When I accept a new family into my business, 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 are oriented towards a positive outcome for the child (ren). Sensitive issues will be discussed in private, outside of regular childcare hours, either by telephone or conference.

Conferences will not be scheduled as a routine part of your child's care, however, should you like to have a conference, you may request one at any time.

4. HOURS OF OPERATION

A Child's Place will generally operate between the hours of 7:00am and 5:30pm Monday through Friday with some flexibility depending on hours needed. Additional care can be provided with prior approval from the provider.

5. VACCINATIONS APPOINTMENT

Keep your child at home after vaccination.

We really don’t want to have your child fussy, or with fever after their get their shots. Think about your child, please make the appointment on afternoon, or plan your day to stay with your child at home.

6. NON-DISCRIMINATION

A Child's Place does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, or national origin.

7. HOLIDAYS AND VACATIONS

The following are the paid holidays for 2012:

Monday, January 2	New Year’s Day
Monday, January 16	Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Monday, February 20*	Washington’s Birthday (President's Day)
Monday, May 28	Memorial Day
Wednesday, July 4	Independence Day
Monday, September 3	Labor Day
Monday, November 12	Veterans Day
Thursday, November 22 Friday, November 23	Thanksgiving Day and the Day after
Monday, December 24 to Wednesday, January 3	Christmas and the Day after

Provider will also receive 8 additional days (paid per calendar year) for sick/emergency/personal). This does not mean that I will be taking the 8 days a year the days are available if needed. The provider may take unpaid vacation time during the year.

The provider will give the parents at least 2 weeks prior notice of all scheduled vacation time. Parents will be responsible for finding & paying alternate care for these weeks. You will NOT be charged the Providers Vacation unless I choose to use my personal days at that time (You will be notified).

There will be no refunds or adjustments made for days missed due to illness, holidays, or parent or provider days off. A place has been reserved for each child that cannot be filled on a short-term basis. The scheduled vacation time will be as follows:

Not Scheduled at this time Please check up updates

May 18 close early at moon.

May 21 closed (personal day)

8. ADMISSIONS AND ENROLLMENT

The forms listed below are available for parents to download (in MS Word format) and fill out in advance just send me an email and I will send you the forms you will need.

Parent and Provider Contract

Date to Start

Registration Form (Emergency Contacts)

Authorization to Dispense Medication

Ongoing Medication Consent

Child Release Form

Infant Biography or Child

Permission to photograph

9. BASIC RATES

The payment fee is based upon the hours needed and the age of your Child (ren) this will be discussed with you at the time of your interview.

10. SECURITY DEPOSIT

The security deposit is equal to one week of child care. If you are unable to pay the required deposit up front, you may add an extra $20.00 per week until the deposit requirement is fulfilled. This deposit will be used towards your last week of the one Month notice required upon termination of this contract. This deposit will NOT be returned if the one Month required notice is not given.

11. PAYMENTS

Payment shall be due on Friday by 5:00pm for the following week. If payment is not received by Friday at 5:00pm then a late fee of $10.00 per day will be charged.

If payment is not received by Monday morning, then the provider will give the parent a termination notice unless accepted payment arrangements have been made.

Payments will be made in the form of cash, check or money order. We now accept PayPal where you can make credit and debit card payments.