Please review the 6 program policy tabs
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1. Enrollment Details
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2. Calendar/Provider Time
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3. Provide and Label
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4. Meals and Routines
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5. Medical
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6.Micellaneous
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Childcare hours
7 am- 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, school year.
Summer Care is not available. Summer holding fees are not required.
Registration
Upon choosing my childcare program a nonrefundable $400 holding fee is required. This signals the parents’ commitment to enroll their child. If you choose not to attend care following your enrollment, the $400 is forfeit.
Holding a childcare space for future enrollment
I will continue advertising and interviewing to fill the next available opening unless a family wishes to make full-tuition payment until the child is able to attend care on a full-time basis. This requires full-tuition payment as if the child was in attendance. For example, if my child care opening is to begin in September and you wish to begin care in October, tuition would begin in September. If during this time, parent(s) choose not to enroll the child, the tuition paid is non-refundable.
Tuition
Your tuition rate is guaranteed, which means you are making a commitment to full time care. The rate for this child will not change over the life of your contract. Rates are subject to change for additional children. Your child’s spot will be held and reserved. Tuition is outlined in the contract.
Tuition payment options are a monthly payment due on the 1st, or a bi-monthly payment due on the 1st and 15th payment.
Tuition is made through PayPal, using the SEND TO FRIEND feature.
Take advantage of your tax deferred childcare account through your place of employment. I will provide a receipt statement with my TIN for reporting purposes.
Two week transition
Children need time to adjust to any new care environment. 2 weeks are offered for the adjustment for the parent, child, and me. If for any reason my home is not a match for a child, parent or me this agreement can be terminated during the transition period without any notice. The registration fee and prior tuition paid if forfeit.
Fees and overtime
Communication
If a family is dissatisfied with care services, the family should discuss the concern with me. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of both the provider and the parent, care can be terminated as outlined.
Termination of care
Once the transition period is complete, allow for 2 weeks notice to end your child's care. I will care for your child for the full 2 weeks, or the parent(s) will pay out the remaining days.
Provider reserves the right to terminate care immediately.
7 am- 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, school year.
Summer Care is not available. Summer holding fees are not required.
Registration
Upon choosing my childcare program a nonrefundable $400 holding fee is required. This signals the parents’ commitment to enroll their child. If you choose not to attend care following your enrollment, the $400 is forfeit.
Holding a childcare space for future enrollment
I will continue advertising and interviewing to fill the next available opening unless a family wishes to make full-tuition payment until the child is able to attend care on a full-time basis. This requires full-tuition payment as if the child was in attendance. For example, if my child care opening is to begin in September and you wish to begin care in October, tuition would begin in September. If during this time, parent(s) choose not to enroll the child, the tuition paid is non-refundable.
Tuition
Your tuition rate is guaranteed, which means you are making a commitment to full time care. The rate for this child will not change over the life of your contract. Rates are subject to change for additional children. Your child’s spot will be held and reserved. Tuition is outlined in the contract.
Tuition payment options are a monthly payment due on the 1st, or a bi-monthly payment due on the 1st and 15th payment.
Tuition is made through PayPal, using the SEND TO FRIEND feature.
Take advantage of your tax deferred childcare account through your place of employment. I will provide a receipt statement with my TIN for reporting purposes.
- If your child is scheduled to be here and is not for any reason, payment is required for that day and for any vacation or sick time taken by a child care family.
- When an inclement weather day or school delay is announced by the Rochester School district, childcare is closed or delayed and remains a paid day.
- Care will open at 9 am when there is a 2 hour delay. Early dismissal, parents will pick up within 30 minutes of the school closing
Two week transition
Children need time to adjust to any new care environment. 2 weeks are offered for the adjustment for the parent, child, and me. If for any reason my home is not a match for a child, parent or me this agreement can be terminated during the transition period without any notice. The registration fee and prior tuition paid if forfeit.
Fees and overtime
- There will be a $5 per day late fee for payments made after the 1st or 15th of the month.
- Any payment overdue for 2 days will result in the immediate termination of care. Parents will be responsible for any and all costs associated with the collection of the overdue payment. Overdue payments will be referred to a collection agency.
- Children will be picked up and out the door by 4:30 pm. I understand there can be unusual circumstances that cause you to run late and expect a phone call-not a text. If care is routinely needed beyond 4:30 pm, this program is not a match for your child care needs.
Communication
- Personal conversation
- StoryPark (on line portal)
- Yearbook
- Parental input and visits are welcome
- Telephone calls are welcome
- Please limit conversations at drop off and pick up. This is time for you to assist your child in transitioning in or out of care.
- Please limit texting; this is not my preferred style of communication. I find that we have a stronger relationship when we are able to talk in person.
- Zoom lunchtime by request or as a scheduled activity
If a family is dissatisfied with care services, the family should discuss the concern with me. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of both the provider and the parent, care can be terminated as outlined.
Termination of care
Once the transition period is complete, allow for 2 weeks notice to end your child's care. I will care for your child for the full 2 weeks, or the parent(s) will pay out the remaining days.
Provider reserves the right to terminate care immediately.
School calendar
Beginning and end dates of the school year and child care services are reviewed annually. Typically, school year care will begin one week prior to school through the end of May or the 1st week of June.
Provider vacation
Provider’s personal paid vacation days align with the RPS school calendar closures each year. Additional vacation days beyond the RPS school closures, paid holidays or sick days are taken unpaid. Adjustments are noted through the StoryPark communication.
Holidays
The following are paid days off. Please mark your calendar.
If a holiday falls on a weekend,the holiday will be taken the preceding Friday or following Monday.
Provider illness
2 paid sick days per school calendar year.
In the event that I am ill and unable to care for your children you will be responsible for alternate care of your child(ren).
Covid 19
Financial discounts are not offered if a child is absent due to Covid 19 exclusions.
Full program closure due to covid 19 will remain paid up to 7 days and does not include the providers' regular sick day allotment.
Beginning and end dates of the school year and child care services are reviewed annually. Typically, school year care will begin one week prior to school through the end of May or the 1st week of June.
Provider vacation
Provider’s personal paid vacation days align with the RPS school calendar closures each year. Additional vacation days beyond the RPS school closures, paid holidays or sick days are taken unpaid. Adjustments are noted through the StoryPark communication.
Holidays
The following are paid days off. Please mark your calendar.
If a holiday falls on a weekend,the holiday will be taken the preceding Friday or following Monday.
- New Years’ Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Presidents’ Day
- Memorial Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Post Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve Day
- Christmas Day
Provider illness
2 paid sick days per school calendar year.
In the event that I am ill and unable to care for your children you will be responsible for alternate care of your child(ren).
Covid 19
Financial discounts are not offered if a child is absent due to Covid 19 exclusions.
Full program closure due to covid 19 will remain paid up to 7 days and does not include the providers' regular sick day allotment.
Provide and label
Diapers or pull-ups, 2 sets of clothing including socks and underwear.
Additional sets of loose fitting clothing during potty learning
I provide Tylenol or Ibuprofen, sunscreen, diaper cream and wipes.
Outdoor and physical activity- See more on Outdoor Gear tips
Outdoor learning and exploration are highly valued at First Five Years. Often our only time indoors is for bathroom breaks and afternoon rest time. Children will be most comfortable in all Minnesota weather conditions with appropriate footwear and outdoor wear.
It is important that toes are kept safe with closed toe sandals or shoes and feet are kept warm and dry with rainboots and snow boots. A few important considerations for snowsuit/winter wear.
I supply winter snowsuits, wet weather muddy buddies or rain pants for each child.
Parent(s) provide mittens and boots.
Mitten note: wrist area should be snug (but not too tight) to hold a mitten by the wrist area inside the coat. When helping children dress, mittens go on before the coat so the mitten will be secured inside.
Boot note: Slip on boots without complicated ties or buckles preferred.
I have a limited supply of extra mittens, hats, rain boots, and hoodie jackets
Pickup and drop-off- See more on Preparing for Transitions
It is normal for children to experience separation anxiety during drop-off and pickup. It can last a few minutes or less. It is recommended to say good-bye with confidence, (a kiss and hug too!), rather than sneak away because sneaking away builds mistrust in your child.
Personal items
Please do not bring toys, food, sipper cups, or other items from home. I will not be responsible for items that are misplaced or broken. These items often create conflict with the other children.
Diapers or pull-ups, 2 sets of clothing including socks and underwear.
Additional sets of loose fitting clothing during potty learning
I provide Tylenol or Ibuprofen, sunscreen, diaper cream and wipes.
Outdoor and physical activity- See more on Outdoor Gear tips
Outdoor learning and exploration are highly valued at First Five Years. Often our only time indoors is for bathroom breaks and afternoon rest time. Children will be most comfortable in all Minnesota weather conditions with appropriate footwear and outdoor wear.
It is important that toes are kept safe with closed toe sandals or shoes and feet are kept warm and dry with rainboots and snow boots. A few important considerations for snowsuit/winter wear.
I supply winter snowsuits, wet weather muddy buddies or rain pants for each child.
Parent(s) provide mittens and boots.
Mitten note: wrist area should be snug (but not too tight) to hold a mitten by the wrist area inside the coat. When helping children dress, mittens go on before the coat so the mitten will be secured inside.
Boot note: Slip on boots without complicated ties or buckles preferred.
I have a limited supply of extra mittens, hats, rain boots, and hoodie jackets
Pickup and drop-off- See more on Preparing for Transitions
It is normal for children to experience separation anxiety during drop-off and pickup. It can last a few minutes or less. It is recommended to say good-bye with confidence, (a kiss and hug too!), rather than sneak away because sneaking away builds mistrust in your child.
Personal items
Please do not bring toys, food, sipper cups, or other items from home. I will not be responsible for items that are misplaced or broken. These items often create conflict with the other children.
Meals
I am a participant in the USDA food program. You can be assured that I serve nutritious meals with components from each food group and a variety of choices. I serve breakfast, lunch and snacks, with milk and/or water. Meals are served family style and each child is encouraged to include foods from each food group.
I purchase quality foods, including organic options. Fresh fruits and fresh or frozen vegetables are served. Please feed your child if he/she will miss these meal times. We have many activities that fill our day.
Breakfast 7:45 am-8:30 am
Snack 10:00 am-10:15 am
Lunch 11:30 am-12:15pm and
Snack 3:15 pm -3:45 pm
USDA guidelines state that children over the age of 2 must be served low-fat or skim milk, unless a doctor's note directs otherwise.
Food may be brought from home for medically required special diets only with a doctor's note.
Special diets are meant to cover medical food needs.
You are welcome to provide a birthday treat for the group on your child’s birthday or other special events. Otherwise, please save “extras” for your house.
A special work about “car food”
Your child’s stomach is about the size of their fist. Their stomach can be easily filled up with liquids or a few bites of something, which then satisfies their appetite enough to not eat a complete breakfast here. It has been the experience in this childcare that the child then becomes hungry in the middle of the morning activities.
If you feel your child cannot come to childcare without “a little something” at home or in the car, please consider these options.
Routinely providing food and drink for your child in your automobile is a habit that your child will come to depend on for years. As your children age, you may find this a very inconvenient habit that is difficult to end, and it can become a battle to get your child to eat foods that provide good nutrition and support healthy eating habits.
Nap/rest
Building a rest time routine is important to children. Our toddler and preschool child routine includes story time, potty breaks, children preparing their own sleep space, a "tuck in" from Jackie, quiet nature sounds or sleep music. I remain in the friendship room while children settle in and monitor children frequently while preparing for the afternoon.
Toddler and Preschool nap or rest time is from approximately 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Older preschoolers are expected to nap or rest quietly in the friendship room without disturbing the other children who are napping. The child may quietly look at books during this time in their rest time space.
Children rest/nap on a personal sleeping bag as a group in the main child care room.
Child Guidance
Children are supported during challenging moments with positive child guidance. These are the moments when appropriate behavior and life skill lessons are modeled and practiced in children's everyday experiences. It is my belief that with guidance and encouragement children are able to develop skills to make good choices. When necessary I use redirection, modeling, thinking it out together, or separation from the activity so that the child can re-group and build regulation skills.
If there is a pervasive and harmful behavior, I will discuss it with the parent(s) and together we can seek additional support. I am here to work with the parents; however, major discipline and behavior problems are the parents’ responsibility. If a behavior problem cannot be resolved in a timely manner, it is likely that this home is not a suitable match for your child’s needs and care will be terminated. Termination will consider the health and safety needs of all children in care.
Potty learning
Each child is on an individual timetable for potty learning, and learning about the potty is an individual journey for children. I will be your partner by encouraging any efforts made by a child, however, a child that is not ready, will not be coaxed or forced into using the potty. Because of the difference in activity level between the childcare and your home your child may be successful at one place and not the other. We will work through this at the child’s pace. Parents will continue supplying diapers until the child is comfortable using the potty here.
Potty learning often begins with curiosity about the process, learning to self dress and reading books about the potty experience. I encourage interested children to "practice" sitting on the regular toilet during the regular potty breaks with other children. During this time and diaper changes, the child is practicing taking off and putting on their pants in preparation for when the child is ready to use the potty on a regular basis.
Please dress your child in basic clothing during the learning process. Loose fitting leggings that are loose around the ankle or sweat pants are ideal and help children be successful in this endeavor. No tight pants or pants with zippers, buttons, or snaps during this time. Every second counts when a child says "I have to go potty!"
Touch
It is my belief and practice that children need nurturing adult physical contact for their care and healthy development. This contact can be described in the following ways:
It is my belief that it is normal and healthy for children to express physical affection with their peers. This includes hugs and non-intimate kisses, and handholding. This type of contact is never made against the expressed wishes of the other children. From the time the children enter my care, I use the words “gentle” “soft” and “tender” to express forms of touch.
I am a participant in the USDA food program. You can be assured that I serve nutritious meals with components from each food group and a variety of choices. I serve breakfast, lunch and snacks, with milk and/or water. Meals are served family style and each child is encouraged to include foods from each food group.
I purchase quality foods, including organic options. Fresh fruits and fresh or frozen vegetables are served. Please feed your child if he/she will miss these meal times. We have many activities that fill our day.
Breakfast 7:45 am-8:30 am
Snack 10:00 am-10:15 am
Lunch 11:30 am-12:15pm and
Snack 3:15 pm -3:45 pm
USDA guidelines state that children over the age of 2 must be served low-fat or skim milk, unless a doctor's note directs otherwise.
Food may be brought from home for medically required special diets only with a doctor's note.
Special diets are meant to cover medical food needs.
You are welcome to provide a birthday treat for the group on your child’s birthday or other special events. Otherwise, please save “extras” for your house.
A special work about “car food”
Your child’s stomach is about the size of their fist. Their stomach can be easily filled up with liquids or a few bites of something, which then satisfies their appetite enough to not eat a complete breakfast here. It has been the experience in this childcare that the child then becomes hungry in the middle of the morning activities.
If you feel your child cannot come to childcare without “a little something” at home or in the car, please consider these options.
- Make time before childcare to feed your child a complete, nutritious breakfast at home.
- Offer a minimal amount of a drink –less than 2 ounces.
Routinely providing food and drink for your child in your automobile is a habit that your child will come to depend on for years. As your children age, you may find this a very inconvenient habit that is difficult to end, and it can become a battle to get your child to eat foods that provide good nutrition and support healthy eating habits.
Nap/rest
Building a rest time routine is important to children. Our toddler and preschool child routine includes story time, potty breaks, children preparing their own sleep space, a "tuck in" from Jackie, quiet nature sounds or sleep music. I remain in the friendship room while children settle in and monitor children frequently while preparing for the afternoon.
Toddler and Preschool nap or rest time is from approximately 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Older preschoolers are expected to nap or rest quietly in the friendship room without disturbing the other children who are napping. The child may quietly look at books during this time in their rest time space.
Children rest/nap on a personal sleeping bag as a group in the main child care room.
Child Guidance
Children are supported during challenging moments with positive child guidance. These are the moments when appropriate behavior and life skill lessons are modeled and practiced in children's everyday experiences. It is my belief that with guidance and encouragement children are able to develop skills to make good choices. When necessary I use redirection, modeling, thinking it out together, or separation from the activity so that the child can re-group and build regulation skills.
If there is a pervasive and harmful behavior, I will discuss it with the parent(s) and together we can seek additional support. I am here to work with the parents; however, major discipline and behavior problems are the parents’ responsibility. If a behavior problem cannot be resolved in a timely manner, it is likely that this home is not a suitable match for your child’s needs and care will be terminated. Termination will consider the health and safety needs of all children in care.
Potty learning
Each child is on an individual timetable for potty learning, and learning about the potty is an individual journey for children. I will be your partner by encouraging any efforts made by a child, however, a child that is not ready, will not be coaxed or forced into using the potty. Because of the difference in activity level between the childcare and your home your child may be successful at one place and not the other. We will work through this at the child’s pace. Parents will continue supplying diapers until the child is comfortable using the potty here.
Potty learning often begins with curiosity about the process, learning to self dress and reading books about the potty experience. I encourage interested children to "practice" sitting on the regular toilet during the regular potty breaks with other children. During this time and diaper changes, the child is practicing taking off and putting on their pants in preparation for when the child is ready to use the potty on a regular basis.
Please dress your child in basic clothing during the learning process. Loose fitting leggings that are loose around the ankle or sweat pants are ideal and help children be successful in this endeavor. No tight pants or pants with zippers, buttons, or snaps during this time. Every second counts when a child says "I have to go potty!"
Touch
It is my belief and practice that children need nurturing adult physical contact for their care and healthy development. This contact can be described in the following ways:
- Nurturance: including hugging, non-intimate kisses, and hand holding, carrying, and cuddling.
- Safety and guidance: includes restraining the child from harmful situations, separating physically conflicting children, directing children by gently leading or guiding them and administering first aid to injuries.
- Hygiene: includes face and hand washing, assisting with toileting, diapering, examining rashes or unusual marks, nose blowing, and assisting with or conducting necessary clothing changes.
It is my belief that it is normal and healthy for children to express physical affection with their peers. This includes hugs and non-intimate kisses, and handholding. This type of contact is never made against the expressed wishes of the other children. From the time the children enter my care, I use the words “gentle” “soft” and “tender” to express forms of touch.
Medication
I will administer prescription medication only if mid-day dosages are required. Written permission is required for administration of the medication.
Immunizations
Immunizations are required at the First Five Years.This program will not be a fit for your child’s care needs if you choose not to vaccinate your child.
Immunizations must be current upon entering childcare and must remain current while in my care. It is the parent’s responsibility to provide me with an updated immunization form immediately following an updated vaccination visit. (A print out copy from your doctor)
Illness record
An illness in care tracking record is available on StoryPark. Reporting does not name a child. “A child has symptoms of a fever and was not in care today” is an example.
Child’s illness
The child’s own bed and loving parents are the child’s best choice during an illness. I will care for children with the common cold/cough and temperature under 100 and are able to participate in the daily activities.
Please do not medicate your child with fever reducing medication prior to arrival for care. If a child is truly sick and is sent to care medicated that child exposes the other children and me to whatever illness is being masked by the medication.
Standard Illness Exclusions
Children with the following symptoms will not be allowed to stay in care. Parents will be contacted and given 45 minutes to pick up their child. If the child is not picked up within 45 minutes I will call your emergency contact.
The child may not return to my care until the child is symptom free and medication free for 24 hours. If I send a child home at noon with one of the above symptoms, the child may not return until symptom free and medication free for 24 hours.
Conjunctivitis has been removed from the list of exclusions by the Minnesota Department of Health. I reserve the right to exclude the child if the symptoms interfere with the child’s ability to participate and/or secretions are being actively spread by rubbing eyes and transferring to the environment.
Other diseases that are cause for exclusion:
Please call before bringing a suspected sick child. We can talk through the symptoms and do what is best for the child and for the childcare as a whole.
If a child does not meet any of the above exclusions and is yet unable to participate in the day’s activities or requires significantly more attention than I am able to provide, I will contact the parent to pick up the child.
Medical Emergency, Accident, Injury
A full emergency plan is available for parent review electronically and on the bulletin board.
Major accidents and injuries: In the event of a major accident or injury I will follow the plan outlined below. I carry liability insurance which will provide coverage for accidents or injuries that happen while your child is in my care.
Medical emergency and accident and injury plan:
Medical emergency transportation: Health related issues of the child’s personal medical health that occur while the child is in care are the responsibility of the parent including ambulance transportation fees. (i.e. seizure, asthma attack, severe allergic reactions)
Minor accidents and injuries: Basic first aid of cleaning the bump, scrape or cut with soap and water and applying a bandage.
I will administer prescription medication only if mid-day dosages are required. Written permission is required for administration of the medication.
Immunizations
Immunizations are required at the First Five Years.This program will not be a fit for your child’s care needs if you choose not to vaccinate your child.
Immunizations must be current upon entering childcare and must remain current while in my care. It is the parent’s responsibility to provide me with an updated immunization form immediately following an updated vaccination visit. (A print out copy from your doctor)
Illness record
An illness in care tracking record is available on StoryPark. Reporting does not name a child. “A child has symptoms of a fever and was not in care today” is an example.
Child’s illness
The child’s own bed and loving parents are the child’s best choice during an illness. I will care for children with the common cold/cough and temperature under 100 and are able to participate in the daily activities.
Please do not medicate your child with fever reducing medication prior to arrival for care. If a child is truly sick and is sent to care medicated that child exposes the other children and me to whatever illness is being masked by the medication.
Standard Illness Exclusions
Children with the following symptoms will not be allowed to stay in care. Parents will be contacted and given 45 minutes to pick up their child. If the child is not picked up within 45 minutes I will call your emergency contact.
- Temperature of over 100
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
The child may not return to my care until the child is symptom free and medication free for 24 hours. If I send a child home at noon with one of the above symptoms, the child may not return until symptom free and medication free for 24 hours.
Conjunctivitis has been removed from the list of exclusions by the Minnesota Department of Health. I reserve the right to exclude the child if the symptoms interfere with the child’s ability to participate and/or secretions are being actively spread by rubbing eyes and transferring to the environment.
Other diseases that are cause for exclusion:
- lice, may return after first treatment and no live lice are seen and nit free
- strep throat, may return 24 hours after first antibiotic treatment and without fever for 24 hours
- croup, may return when child is 24 hours without fever
- chicken pox, excluded until 6 days after the rash began or sooner if all blisters have dried into scabs. May come if all parents are okay with the exposure.
- coxsackie virus, when fever is gone
- impetigo, may return 24 hours after first treatment
- measles, may return 4 days after the rash appears
- mumps, may return 9 days after the swelling begins
- pertussis, may return 5 days after appropriate antibiotic treatment begins
- pinworms, may return 24 hours after first treatment
- pneumonia, may return after 24 hours without fever and well enough to participate
- RSV, may return after 24 hours without fever and well enough to participate
- ringworm, may return 24 hours after first treatment
- roseola, may return after 24 hours without fever and well enough to participate
- rotavirus, when diarrhea has stopped ( usually 9 days) and well enough to participate
- rubella excluded until 7 days after rash appears
- scabies may return 24 hours after first treatment
Please call before bringing a suspected sick child. We can talk through the symptoms and do what is best for the child and for the childcare as a whole.
If a child does not meet any of the above exclusions and is yet unable to participate in the day’s activities or requires significantly more attention than I am able to provide, I will contact the parent to pick up the child.
Medical Emergency, Accident, Injury
A full emergency plan is available for parent review electronically and on the bulletin board.
Major accidents and injuries: In the event of a major accident or injury I will follow the plan outlined below. I carry liability insurance which will provide coverage for accidents or injuries that happen while your child is in my care.
Medical emergency and accident and injury plan:
- Contact 911
- Contact Parent
- Contact back up care providers for assistance in home
- Pull child’s emergency authorization form and permission to transport form for emergency personnel.
- I will follow the direction of the emergency professional as to whether I should ride with the child to the hospital or remain at home. Also dependent upon the back up provider’s arrival time.
- Contact Olmsted County Child Care Licensing.
- Follow up with your parents.
Medical emergency transportation: Health related issues of the child’s personal medical health that occur while the child is in care are the responsibility of the parent including ambulance transportation fees. (i.e. seizure, asthma attack, severe allergic reactions)
Minor accidents and injuries: Basic first aid of cleaning the bump, scrape or cut with soap and water and applying a bandage.
Field trips
Our field trips are limited to places within walking distance. Neighborhood walks and the Plummer Gardens are our favorites.
Mandated reporting
Minnesota law requires all teachers, social workers, and childcare providers to report any suspected abuse or neglect of the children in their care. See the attachment “Reporting Policies for Licensed Family Child Care Program.”
Car Seats
All families are expected to transport their child/ren in a proper car seat. The ages of children I care for are required to ride in an age/weight appropriate car seat in your car and the car of anyone designated to pick up your child.
I do not have extra car seats for use. Please do not put me in the awkward position of seeing your child in your car without a car seat. I am a mandated reporter and this would require me to report.
Damage
A significant amount of wear and tear on the equipment and toys in the childcare is expected. However, if a child intentionally damages equipment, toys, books or property of my home, it will be the parents’ responsibility to replace the item or pay for the cost of repair. This is an opportunity for parents to teach their child about care of property, theirs and others, and provide an example of how to apologize, (with words, drawing, etc).
Insurance
I carry liability insurance. Monthly fire and storm drills are conducted with the children.
Non-discrimination
Childcare services are available to all regardless of race, creed, national origin, religion, sex, or disability.
Smoking
My home is a smoke free environment.
Prohibition of alcohol and drug use
Employees, helpers, substitutes, and volunteers when directly responsible for caring for children are prohibited from abusing prescription medication or being in any manner under the influence of a chemical that impairs the individual’s ability to provide services or care. I will train employees, helpers, substitutes, and volunteers about this drug and alcohol policy.
Our field trips are limited to places within walking distance. Neighborhood walks and the Plummer Gardens are our favorites.
Mandated reporting
Minnesota law requires all teachers, social workers, and childcare providers to report any suspected abuse or neglect of the children in their care. See the attachment “Reporting Policies for Licensed Family Child Care Program.”
Car Seats
All families are expected to transport their child/ren in a proper car seat. The ages of children I care for are required to ride in an age/weight appropriate car seat in your car and the car of anyone designated to pick up your child.
I do not have extra car seats for use. Please do not put me in the awkward position of seeing your child in your car without a car seat. I am a mandated reporter and this would require me to report.
Damage
A significant amount of wear and tear on the equipment and toys in the childcare is expected. However, if a child intentionally damages equipment, toys, books or property of my home, it will be the parents’ responsibility to replace the item or pay for the cost of repair. This is an opportunity for parents to teach their child about care of property, theirs and others, and provide an example of how to apologize, (with words, drawing, etc).
Insurance
I carry liability insurance. Monthly fire and storm drills are conducted with the children.
Non-discrimination
Childcare services are available to all regardless of race, creed, national origin, religion, sex, or disability.
Smoking
My home is a smoke free environment.
Prohibition of alcohol and drug use
Employees, helpers, substitutes, and volunteers when directly responsible for caring for children are prohibited from abusing prescription medication or being in any manner under the influence of a chemical that impairs the individual’s ability to provide services or care. I will train employees, helpers, substitutes, and volunteers about this drug and alcohol policy.