Home Away From Home, Inc. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethic origin in the administration of its policies or programs. In order to reserve a spot the tuition deposit see 2 must be paid in full, this is only refunded with two weeks notice of withdrawal or in the event that a Reserved spot is relinquished notice must be given in writing 2 weeks prior to the agreed start date.
Tuition is due every Friday for the following week. A 10 percent charge will be assessed every week thereafter on any outstanding balance.
All Payments will be credited towards the oldest balance first. Due to ongoing staffing requirements and expenses, tuition is expected to be paid in full regardless of illness, absence or holidays.
Tuition reserves the spot. There will be one week of vacation credit per child, per year, beginning on the first day of attendance. Note: Vacation days do not accrue from year to year. If more that one check is returned in a six-month period, all future payments must be made in cash.. Receipts will be given for every payment received.
Please save these for tax purposes as year end statements are not provided. All fees and tuition are subject to change with a minimum notice of 30 days.
We reserve the right to suspend service to families if accounts become delinquent. Children may arrive and depart anytime during these hours. Please keep in mind that a consistent and regular schedule helps children feel safe and secure.
Variations in routine can be disturbing for a young child. Arrival Procedures In order to assure a safe and secure environment, it is mandatory that you escort your child inside and sign them in each day. We truly value the link between home and school.
If anyone else is dropping off your child, please be sure they are aware of the procedures outlined here.
This will prepare us for possible anxiety your child may experience. Departure Procedures We will only release your child to people you have authorized in writing. If there is any change in this list, it is your responsibility to notify us in writing. Please make any authorized persons aware of this policy to avoid confusion or embarrassment.
When departing for the day, be sure to talk with a teacher and sign your child out in the attendance book. Note: We close promptly at p. Likewise, your child may find your late arrival to be scary or unsettling as others have already left for the day. Immunization and Medical Exam Policy The State of Missouri requires proof of a current medical exam and age-appropriate immunization records to be on file at our facility.
Occasionally your child will receive new immunizations. Please bring in an updated record when this happens. We cannot accept responsibility for a child who is not well; or in good conscience, expose other children to the illness. According to the Missouri State Licensing Guide Lines, if a child exhibits any of the following symptoms while in our care they must be sent home:.
According to the Missouri State Licensing Guide Lines, if a child exhibits any of the following symptoms while in our care they must be sent home: Diarrhea, more than one loose stool. Frequent coughing, or if the child gets red or blue in the face or makes a high pitched croupy or whooping sound after coughing. Difficult or rapid breathing.
Unexplained runny nose Yellowish skin or eyes. Pinkeye, redness of eyelid lining, irritation with swelling or discharge of pus. Unusual spots or rashes. Sore throat or trouble swallowing. An infected skin patch es — crusty, yellow, dry or gummy area of skin.
Unusually dark or tea colored urine. Gray or white stool. Headache and stiff neck. Vomiting more than once. Sever itching of the body or scalp, or scratching of the scalp. These could be symptoms of lice or scabies.
If your child should become sick while in our care, you will be notified so that arrangements to pick up your child can be made. Medication Procedures If your child should need to receive medication Including OTC oral medications and topical ointments while in our care, you must fill out a Medication Authorization Form.
All prescriptions must be in their original containers as received from the pharmacy. Note: Pharmacies will split a prescription in two bottles if you ask. Splitting the prescription will eliminate the need for you to transport it back and forth each day or forgetting it all together. Acetaminophen Tylenol or Ibuprofen Motrin will not be administered; both are temporary fever reducers and could mask a potentially contagious condition. If for any reason you feel your child needs Tylenol or motrin Type medications then they need to stay home.
Each meal will meet the Missouri State Licensing Guidelines as follows: Breakfast One serving of each of the following: milk, fruit or vegetables and bread or cereal OR one serving each of a meat or protein equivalent, one serving of a fruit or vegetable and milk Lunch One serving of each of the following: milk, meat or protein equivalent, bread or cereal Two servings: fruit or vegetables Snack Two servings total: milk, meat, fruit or vegetables or bread, from 2 different food groups Menus will be posted on the bulletin board every Monday, In cases of food allergies, alternatives will be substituted upon request.
Infants and Toddlers will be fed according to the meal plan that is outlined in writing by the parents or guardians. We aim to make meal times enjoyable for all as well as provide proper nutrition for your child. Children will be encouraged to taste but never forced to eat. Good table manners are also encouraged. We also believe that food should not be used as a reward or denied as a punishment.
Cooking activities are regularly planned for the children. Cooking activities allow the children to work with and taste foods that they may not have previously been exposed to. With that said we are open to celebrating any developmentally appropriate holiday with the children. HAFH feels that it is important to educate children on the different types of holidays and traditions that many families celebrate.
This sets the tone for your center's relationship with parents. Every child care has its own approach to teaching and early childhood education. Laying out your approach will give parents a good idea of what to expect for their children.
Will you focus more on academic skills? Are you using play-based learning? Knowing this will help families contextualize what their child learns each day and how your teachers approach all the learning opportunities and development benchmarks that will come up throughout the year.
Be sure to use language that parents can understand: While you and your staff understand lesson planning and the intricacies of conflict management for 3 year olds, parents may not. One way to approach this section is to detail the specific outcomes you aim for at your child care and the best ways to get there. This section of the child care parent handbook is an important reference for parents and staff alike.
Include facility hours, care schedules, a calendar, start and end dates, half days, and holiday policies. In addition to a calendar, include all of the contact information for your center: phone number s , email s , website, child care app s , and physical address. Even if your child care parent handbook is made available only to families who have already registered, include your childcare enrollment information.
Parents may want to reference it to reenroll their children or to refer another family. Include program costs and eligibility requirements for enrollment. Include wait-list information so that returning families know, for example, whether they get preference for spots or whether there are early-enrollment windows. Also, can parents expect to get a sibling into care even when you have a wait list?
And when should families on your wait list expect to hear back? Both of those areas are vital for families looking to enroll. Your handbook is a great tool for showing prospective parents what your center is all about, and if you give the handbook to guardians on the search for child care, those sections are key. And because families' best-laid plans can change, make sure your handbook includes withdrawal information as well.
How should parents notify you if they have to move? How far in advance is best? Are families penalized for withdrawing a child?
Although withdrawals may be infrequent, laying out this information can make ending a care agreement smoother because everyone knows exactly what the procedure is. Laying out your sign-in and pick-up procedures will help make families — especially new families — feel safe and confident.
Knowing how everything should run means parents can prepare their child for the process before they step through your doors. Do you offer digital sign-in? How does it work? This is also the time to outline your policies on non-parent pick-ups. Let parents know what to expect from day-to-day care. For example, how many meals are served?
At what times? When do children nap? When do they play outside? This information affects what children will do and need at home. If, for example, you feed the children at p. A sample daily schedule is also a great way to help potential families understand how your center operates, if you provide a copy of your handbook to them.
This straightforward and comprehensive section covers the food you provide and lets parents know what they need to bring. For example, must parents provide wipes and diapers?
What about painting clothes or other outfits? What types of foods will children eat? Are parents allowed to send snacks with their child, or is that prohibited? Do you allow children to share food? Parents are busy. If tuition doesn't cover supplies or snacks, can they pay additional fees to have them supplied? Although parents know their child best, what criteria can be used to determine if a sick day is appropriate? If a child has a fever, when are they allowed back to child care?
Include how parents should notify you that their child will not be coming in. What criteria do you use to call parents if a child is sick with, for example, a fever of over degrees? Your handbook should include those guidelines as well as your protocol for contacting parents and emergency contacts if a child needs to go home.
You can also include the types of over-the-counter medications you give to children if needed e. Aside from sick days, how do you handle when parents need to interrupt their child's child care schedule — for example, if they are taking a family vacation? How should they notify you, and how far in advance? Does it affect their payments?
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