Kid's Day Out

Our purpose at Kid’s Day Out is to minister to the community by providing a secure, loving, and exciting Christian learning environment. We consider it an honor to be a part of your child’s life and we look forward to getting to know you this year. Below are a few tips on making a smooth transition for you and your child. Separation is not always easy, but in no time you both will be comfortable and excited about a great year of learning and growing. We encourage you to get to know your child’s teacher. She is an advocate for you and will help in any way possible. Please feel free to stop by at any time if you have questions or concerns, but we ask that you please be considerate of the classroom activities.

Takes some time and check out these parts of our program:

Fill out Online Registration
Print Welcome Packet

Tips for a Smooth Adjustment

1. Use routines and rituals.
2. Be consistent about drop off and pick up.
3. Let your child’s teacher invite them into the class.
4. Don’t ever sneak out without saying good-bye.
5. Don’t cling to your child. Your confidence will rub off on them.
6. Take a deep breath, smile and enjoy your day.

Schedule

Every Tuesday & Thursday, 9am - 2pm

Classes start at 9:00am. Please do not bring your child any earlier, as they will not be supervised. Our teachers have a very short period of time to properly ready your child’s class and prepare for the day. All staff meetings are also held before class. Pick-up time is 2:00pm. A five minute grace period is given and then late fees will be assessed after 2:05pm. Please see the schedule of fees in the finance section. We appreciate your cooperation in strictly following these times.

Holidays & Closings

Our program follows the Franklin County School District Calendar. In addition, in the case of inclement weather, our program will emulate the school’s policy. Please refer to your monthly calendars for all scheduled closings.

Finances & Fees

Registration  $40 (non-refundable)
Summer Registration Ages 5 and up $40 (non-refundable and includes trip cost)
Ages 4 and under $25 (non-refundable)
Curriculum Fees
               2 Yr. Olds                               $20
               3 Yr. Olds                               $30
               4 Yr. Olds                               $40

Tuition                                                   $120 monthly
Sibling Discount
-Registration for 2 or more                     $65
-Tuition                                                  10% off second and subsequent children

Late Fees                                                $25 after the 5th
                                                              $35 after the 15th and withdrawal
Returned Check Fees                               $15
Late Pick-up Fees                                    $1/minute 2:05 - 2:10 (i.e.: 2:10 would     be $10)
                                                              $2/minute 2:11 - 2:30
                                                              $5/minute 2:30 - 2:40
                                                              Parents will be called at 2:10pm if the    child hasn’t been picked up.
                                                              At 2:40pm, the child will be sent to the church office for pick up.

Tuition Policies

Tuition is due the 1st of each month with late fees applicable if not paid by the 5th. Post-dated checks will not be accepted nor will they be held for deposit. A $25 late fee will be charged to any payment made after the 5th. Late fees will be applied to each child separately (late payment with 2 children would be $50). If payment is not received by the 15th of the month, the child or children will be withdrawn. To re-register, all moneys owed must be paid along with re-registration fees and will be subject to availability. Fees are due regardless of attendance. If you will be gone, please make arrangements to mail your tuition or pay early to avoid late fees. Tuition is the same each month regardless of whether we are closed for the holidays or your child is absent. Tuition is averaged for the year and takes into account any scheduled closings and 2 sick days. Payments are accepted by the Director only; please do not give payments to your child’s teacher.

Registration fees are due in August or at the time of enrollment. Curriculum fees are also due when the child is enrolled.

Returned checks will be subject to a $15 returned check fee in addition to a $25 late fee. After a check has been returned, only cash or money order will be accepted as payment. Payment must be made within 2 school days.

Please make every effort to pick up your child on time. Please call if you will be late. After 2:05, your child may be picked up at the Director’s office at which time you will be assessed a late fee.

****Repeat offenders to any of these policies may be subject to withdrawal. ****

Curriculum

Our program uses A-Beka curriculum. A-Beka is a faith based program that will teach basic Christian beliefs. It does not promote one denomination over another. In keeping with the mission statement, children will recite the pledge of allegiance and will pray before all snacks and meals.

Calendars will be sent home at the beginning of each month along with a curriculum schedule for our older children. All crafts & activities will be based on a specific theme for that month.

During our summer session, the children do not use their workbooks. We review what has been taught throughout the year while focusing on a more relaxed setting. Summer crafts & Splash Days are an example of our summer fun. The summer session starts the week after school ends for the Franklin County School District and ends the week before schools go back into session. Generally speaking, this includes June, July, and part of August.

Registration

Registration takes place every July for our regular school year. Priority enrollment for summer and fall sessions starts in April. Once registration is paid, it is non-refundable. Classes are open for enrollment year round and are based upon availability. Children do not move onto the next class until the next school year regardless of their age, due to our curriculum.

To register your child, we must receive the following:
- a parental consent and medical authorization form
- a current copy of immunization records
- the signed acknowledgement page of your policy booklet
- registration fee of $40.00
- curriculum fee

If there is someone other than a parent authorized to pick up your child, we will need written verification on your child’s parental consent document at the time of his or her registration. We will check the individual’s identification and verify his/her name on your release form. This policy is meant to ensure your child’s safety and will be strictly adhered to.

Staff

Our Kid’s Day Out staff is comprised of loving, Christian women with a desire to help your children grow and learn in a secure environment. All of our staff have been given a back ground check and have gone through CPR and First Aid Training by the Red Cross.

We firmly believe that each child deserves quality attention from his or her teacher. In an effort to provide quality care, we keep our class sizes small and the student to teacher ratio as low as possible. Specific ages require different settings and therefore class size depends on your child’s age.

Discipline & Behavioral Policies

Kid’s Day Out will use positive reinforcement as a means of motivating proper behavior. When discipline is necessary, time outs will be used. We strive to maintain fairness and consistency in all we do. Teachers will address most concerns immediately in the classroom. However, the Director will address any obscene or vulgar language, biting, kicking, hitting or destruction of property and the parent will be notified. It is our desire to maintain a safe & secure environment at all times while reinforcing good behavior. Parents will be updated on their child’s behavior, whether good or bad, on regular intervals. Together with staff and parents, we will help your child learn to express their emotions and feelings in appropriate ways.

Medical & Sick Child Policy

Medications - Kid’s Day Out does not administer medications nor do we allow children to bring medication with them. Please administer any medicines before you bring your child.

Consent Form - A parental consent & medical authorization form must be completed, signed and returned to the Kid’s Day Out Director before your child may attend class. If anyone other than a parent will be picking your child up, we must have written permission on the consent form. Please list their name and license number below the parental information on your consent form. Identification will be checked before the child may leave the facility.

Immunizations - A current copy of your child’s immunization records must be kept on file in the Director’s office. It must be updated each year at the time of registration. Please check with your child’s pediatrician to ensure their immunizations are current.

Sick children - The health & safety of your son or daughter is our first priority. Therefore, we will not accept ill children into class. If your child becomes ill while in our care, you will be called to pick him or her up. Illnesses may include, but are not limited to:

Fever of 100 degrees or more
Skin rash / infection
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Pink Eye
Measles, mumps, chicken pox, etc.
General illness that prevents regular participation

If your child has been diagnosed with a contagious illness, please do not return until your child’s doctor releases him or her to do so.

Accidents & Emergencies

All Kid’s Day Out staff is certified in CPR and First Aid. If a medical emergency arises that requires immediate hospital care, your child will be transported by EMS to the nearest hospital and you will be notified immediately. For less serious injuries (i.e.: scraped knees, bee stings, etc.), first aid will be administered and an accident report will be filled out. The teacher, parent, and director will sign the form and it will be kept in the child’s file. Every attempt will be made to notify the parent when the accident happens. The parent can then decide if their child will stay for the rest of the day or be picked up early.

Dress Code

We do not require uniforms at Kid’s Day Out. However, we do ask that parents dress their children in comfortable play clothing and appropriate footwear. Expensive clothing and dress shoes should be left at home. While we make every effort to keep your children clean, daily arts & crafts are not always clothes friendly. We also ask that girls wear shorts under their dresses.

Personal Belongings

Please label all your child’s belongings. Younger children should bring a diaper bag with wipes, diapers and any diapering supplies. Teachers will supply and wear clean gloves during each diaper change. A clean change of clothes is a great idea for all aged children. Please send jackets with your child’s name on it in cool weather. Please leave toys at home, as they can become lost, broken, or the object of a fight between children.

Lunch

Children should bring their lunch and a snack each day. Please provide enough drink for both lunch and snack, but please do not send red drinks that could stain. Gum is not allowed. We have a complete kitchen to keep lunches cold or to warm foods.

Parties are scheduled throughout the year. At these times, children do not need to bring their lunch. Each class will be assigned an item to bring, such as chips or drinks, and all the classes will share. Please remind us if your child has any food allergies that would restrict their diet.

Pizza Day - Pizza Day is the 1st Thursday of every month. Children should bring their snack and $2.50 in cash if they wish to eat pizza. It is voluntary; the child may eat their regular lunch if desired. Pizza must be paid for before the parent leaves.

Birthdays - Children are welcomed & encouraged to celebrate their birthday with their class. Parents are allowed to bring cake, cupcakes, ice cream, etc. for their child’s class as long as the entire class is included. Please do not send toys or presents for your child to open. Young children do not often understand why only one child is receiving a gift and it can cause conflict in the classroom.

Holiday Celebrations - In keeping with our mission’s statement, all holidays will focus on Christ and Christian principles. We do not celebrate Halloween, but instead we have a Fall Festival, which is a carnival-type party. Children may dress up but we ask that only fun, non-frightening costumes be worn (no ghosts, witches, etc.). Likewise, Christmas will focus on the birth of Jesus and Easter will teach Christ’s burial and resurrection.