EXTENDED DAY CARE PROGRAM
Statement of Philosophy
The Visitation Day Care Program is an extension of the school and seeks to provide quality childcare after school hours. The program is directed in accord with the mission and philosophy of the school. The Visitation Day Care Program aims to foster the spiritual, social, emotional, physical, cognitive and creative growth of its students. Thus, works in close partnership with school families by providing quality child care both before and after school. This program is offered during the school year and summer break.
Purpose Statement
The purpose of Visitation Day Care is to provide students with supervision after school in a safe and nurturing environment.
Objectives
The objectives of the Visitation Day Care Program are:
to provide an extended care program within a Christian environment,
to create a sense of community and family atmosphere for children of different ages, cultural backgrounds and grades,
to provide a quiet atmosphere for the completion of homework assignments, with staff available to assist children upon request, and
to offer a variety of quality activities that will enhance the school curriculum and student experience.
Admission Requirements
Visitation Day Care is open to all students enrolled at Visitation School.
Registration and Emergency Forms
For a student to attend the Day Care Program, a Visitation Day Care Program contract must be on file. The contract contains emergency information, as well as an indemnity release form, and must be kept updated with the most current information.
Hours of Operation
Visitation Day Care is an after-school program. The hours of operation are as follows:
Regular school days: 2:50 pm to 6:00 pm
Fridays and minimum days: 12:20 pm to 6:00 pm
Summer Day Camp: 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
A late fee of $2.00 per minute may be assessed each time the parents or their authorized representative fail to pick up a child at the end of the session at 6:00 pm. This fee is due at the time the child is picked up from Day Care. Frequent lateness is grounds for terminating the student’s participation in the Day Care Program.
Late Pick Ups
Students who are not picked up by 3:00 pm will be required to attend the Day Care Program and will be charged the daily rate. Parents who are not able to pick up their children by 3:00 pm must make alternative arrangements. For their own safety, no students will be allowed on the school premises unsupervised. Once signed out, a student is not permitted to return to campus.
Day Care Tuition Schedule/Schedule Changes
Visitation Day Care is financially independent from the school and church. Therefore, it requires a separate tuition. Program costs are set for the year, and monthly tuition fees are set based on these figures. Tuition is due on the 1st of each month. A two-week notice is required for any schedule changes, or withdrawal from the program. Parents who do not give timely notice will be liable for the entire contracted amount. Special financial arrangements may be requested.
Late Payment and Returned Check Fees
A late fee of $20.00 will be charged for any tuition turned in after the 15th of each month. A service charge of $20.00 per check will apply to all checks returned by the bank for any reason.
Minimum Days
Visitation Day Care is open on all Visitation School minimum days.
After-School Activities
Students who take part in after-school activities are not part of the Day Care Program, and will be supervised by a teacher, coach, or another adult. If a parent is unable to pick up the students once the activity is completed, the student will be sent to the Day Care, and the parents will be billed accordingly.
Discipline Policy
Visitation Day Care follows the same discipline policies of the school. See Chapter 8 Discipline and General Student Expectations for Success.
Emergency Policy
In the event a child becomes injured or ill, the parents/guardians will be contacted. If the parents cannot be reached, and the illness or injury is serious enough to require medical attention, the student’s emergency contact information will be consulted, and arrangements made for the treatment authorized. It is imperative that emergency information be current at all times.
Day Care Activities Schedule
2:50 pm - 3:30 pm Check-in, arts/crafts and inside play
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Outside play activities and snack, indoor playtime.
During this time, students have free choice in the selection of activities.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Homework time
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Clean-up time, table games, or library time.
Snacks
Visitation Day Care provides all students with an afternoon snack. Students may also choose to bring their own snacks.
Change of Clothes
Children who wish to change into play clothes should bring a change of clothes with them. The child is responsible for keeping track of his/her own personal items. All items of clothing should be clearly labeled.
Personal Toys/Games
Children who wish to bring personal games/toys to Day Care may do so. It is the child’s responsibility to keep track of his/her own belongings. No toy weapons or sharp objects may be brought to school. Day Care will not be responsible for any student’s lost or broken play items.
Leaving Extended Care Without Permission
No student is permitted to leave the school grounds at any time, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian or their authorized representative. If a child leaves the school grounds without permission, and without checking out with the Day Care staff, the parents will be immediately notified and the child may be terminated from the program.
