State Licensed

Toddlers’ Tyme is State Licensed by the Department of Children and Family Services.

Admission and Discharge of Children

Admission/Enrollment

Enrollment is open to children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Four days is considered full-time enrollment.

You must first pay a registration fee. An Enrollment Record, Certificate of Health and Immunization Record must be completed and returned. Every child is accepted on a 30-day trial period.

Toddlers’ Tyme reserves the right to withdraw a child after the 30-day trial period.

Discharge

Toddlers’ Tyme will release the child only to the parents, legal guardian, or to someone specifically authorized by the parent. The Adult must be 18 years of age or older. We have the right to ask for identification such as a Driver’s License.

Dis-Enrolling Your Child

To dis-enroll, you must notify Toddlers’ Tyme in writing two (2) weeks in advance.

Tuition Fees and Policies

Tuition

The week’s tuition is due no later than Tuesday at noon. If tuition is not paid in advance, a late fee will be added. Any account two (2) weeks past due will result in dis-enrollment of your child.

Registration Fee

Upon enrollment of your child, Toddlers’ Tyme requires a fee for registration. This fee will help cover annual administrative costs. This charge is renewed each September. No return registration fees will be given.

Hours of Operation

Toddlers’ Tyme Day Care is open from 6:30 am – 6:00 pm five days a week, twelve months a year.

Holidays

Toddlers’ Tyme is closed eight (8) holidays a year:

New Year's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Day after Christmas Day

Personal Belongings

At Toddlers’ Tyme children are required to leave toys, food and gum at home. Toys such as guns, swords and knives are not allowed. We provide enough supplies of toys, equipment and materials for the children. Toddlers’ Tyme is not responsible for lost or damaged items.

Clothing

Children should come dressed in comfortable clothes. Your child will be going outside. It is wise to label jackets, sweaters, hats, gloves, boots and any other clothes that might be removed. If your child is being toilet trained, please provide us with a change of clothing. All children may need a change of clothing due to outside play.

Illness

At Toddlers’ Tyme we understand childhood illnesses are part of growing up. When there is a communicable disease affecting the children, we will post a notice. Children who are ill with a contagious disease may not attend the center. If your child becomes ill while he/she is in attendance, we will call you. The Director will determine if a child is too ill to remain at the center.

If a child is experiencing any of the following symptoms the Director will call a parent.

a) A fever over 100°F;
b) Contagious skin or eye infections;
c) Diarrhea;
d) Vomiting.

When your child is absent due to illness, please notify the center. Children absent due to a contagious disease may not return to Toddlers’ Tyme without a signed statement from a physician indicating the child is no longer contagious and can return to the center.

Medicine

Toddlers’ Tyme will administer medicine prescribed by your child’s physician. Non-prescription medications cannot be given unless accompanied by a note from a physician. The medicine must be in its original container, which clearly states the child’s name, the prescribed dosage, the date and the doctor’s name. It will be dispensed only at specified times. All medicines will be kept out of reach of children. We will refrigerate those in a locked box that require it.

Field Trips

At Toddlers’ Tyme field trips will be an important part of learning. The child will have many opportunities to go on trips such as to the zoo, parks, police and fire stations, along with educational trips. Occasionally, there will be fees related to trips. We will notify you in advance of these trips. Parents are always welcome to join us. Toddlers’ Tyme have its own transportation vehicles and you must sign the Authorization for Transportation Card in order for your child to be able to participate. Tennis shoes are required on all field trips.

Discipline

Toddlers’ Tyme will not tolerate the use of any abusive disciplinary methods, such as hitting, spanking, slapping, yelling, ridicule or embarrassment of a child.

The teachers are trained to be fair and nurturing toward a child. At Toddlers’ Tyme we encourage positive discipline procedures and encourage the healthy development of a child’s self-esteem. Our main form of discipline will be redirection.

Birthdays

When your child has a birthday, you are welcome to provide a treat for each child in your child’s class. Please discuss the arrangements with your child’s teacher.

Reporting of Child Abuse

We are required by law to report any suspected incidence of possible child abuse or neglect.

Open Door Policy & Facility Tour

We strongly encourage you to visit Toddlers’ Tyme at any time. Appointments are not necessary but are available upon request. Identification may be required from the person when coming in.

Parent Involvement

Toddlers’ Tyme encourages parents to get involved with their child(ren). The Director will always be available to answer any questions that may arise or any concerns you may have.

Parent conferences are scheduled periodically to discuss your child’s developmental progress. Informal conferences may be arranged at your convenience.