Dear family of_________________________
Welcome!! You are now a member of our Busy Bee family. We would like to extend an open invitation to you to drop in often for informal visits. This will give us both an opportunity to become better acquainted.
Informality is the keynote. We offer a relaxed and casual setting geared to the needs and interests of each child and parent who are a part of our family. We try and take into consideration individual differences and special abilities, such as Family Cultural patterns.
Visit us often - even for 5 minutes. Please do not wait for an invitation. Find out first-hand with your child that BUSY BEE DAY CARE is a good place because you have been there and seen for yourself.
We thank you for allowing us to join with you in providing care, loving, nurturing, and teaching for your developing child. We look forward to the years to come.
We are interested to know how and why you have chosen our center. Could you tell us how you heard about BUSY BEE DAY CARE?____________________________________________________________
BUSY BEE DAY CARE'S GOAL AND PHILOSPHY
Our program is intended to provide activities developmentally appropriate for each age. We hope to give all opportunity to play and share in an environment of loving security. As they grow, they make their first social contacts. With caring staff to observe and guide, we hope to show our little "bees" that cooperation and kindness are the keys to solid friendships.
We provide a program which is both flexible and structured. There is plenty of time for child oriented activity and also times of teacher directed group activities. We believe there should be a balance of these methods,to provide the child with access to all methods of learning and instruction. We use a theme environment to provide a variety of ideas and topics which are of interest to the child.
We provide love and tender care to each child, recognizing that all children have basic needs. We also recognize that each child is unique and special. We treat each child with respect and dignity.
We provide a diet that supplies each child with 2/3rds of their nutritional needs of the day.
We also provide a quality atmosphere where children and parents alike are made to feel happy and comfortable. We are open and receptive to parent’s suggestions, opinions, and criticism because it is through these as well as the compliments that we learn and grow to provide even better care.
We believe in supplying a solid foundation in language skills. We feel that communication is the under lying factor in all skills the child develops- be it understanding spatial relations, listening to a direction given by a teacher, or communicating our feelings to another person. As the child hears the language(words,sounds,and tones),he/she speaks. Thus, he/she learns to use the language in written form, he/she learns to read. Our programs are geared to highlighting the importance of language skills.
Hours:
The center is open
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Arrival and Departures:
1)the parent must bring the child into the center upon arrival. Upon arrival please inform the staff of any special instructions regarding your child's health, routines. If possible please have instructions in writing.
2)upon departure we will not allow any child to leave the center with anyone other than the parents without authorization and ID to show proof of who they are, until the staff knows the person.
3)the center closes
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Dress:
Please have your child wear clothes suitable for play. Due to identifying children's clothing please put names on hats, boots, splash pants,etc. Please send one entire change of clothing with your child in case of "accidents". We will be outside every day(weather permitting) so each child should have clothing suitable for play and season. If your child requires add ional clothing, we will find suitable. Please return these as soon as possible.
Health:
1)if your little
one will not be in Daycare ,we ask you to phone by
2)if your child is sick, please use discretion as to the severity and then make your decision in regard to your child's attendance.
3)The staff of the center are not permitted to give prescription drugs without written authorization from your doctor, written consent from the parent is needed for non- prescription.
4)if a child becomes ill while attending the center, parents will be notified depending on the time and severity. Also depending on severity arrangements will be made to take the child home.
5)every child must have a medical upon entering the center, and keep all records up to date regarding immunizations.
6)Weekly menus are posted on the bulletin board up stairs. Children are encouraged, but never forced to eat what is being offered. If children require drinks between meals and snacks, water will be given.
7)we ask that
children be in the center by
8)Naps will be given to those who require them. When we feel the child no longer requires it we will discontinue it. Each child has his/her own mat, sheet and blanket for sleep time. If a child would like to bring his/her own special blanket or toy to sleep with they can. No other toys should be brought into the center.
Additional information:
1)the center is responsible for the child when he/she arrives on Busy Bee property.
2)if there are any major changes going on in your child's life, please inform us, so we will be able to have more knowledge of the child's moods.
3)if there are any changes in the time or person who will be picking up the child, please let us know as to avoid any worry on the child's part.
Babies
We take infants from 3 months of age. If any child is not toilet trained we ask the parents to supply diapers. We will provide any other changing supplies except prescription ointments if required. Please send at least one extra set of clothing. Baby food for infants will be supplied until the child becomes able to eat regular food. Formulas and milk must also be provided until your little one is capable of drinking whole milk and/or has a grasp of a cup. We will make every attempt to duplicate his/her routine at the center as possible.
Fees:
Day care fees are to be paid weekly or monthly. The fee is to be paid for in advance. Your fee will be$_________ per week or$____________monthly. First payment is due_______________. Receipts are done up twice a year, in January and in June. Payments can be paid in cash or cheque. If paying by cash please place in an envelope marked with amount and name of child. Please give all cheques or cash to an authorized staff, ideally the Director if possible. The fees remain the same if your child is absent due to sickness, weather or travel. Absences of a few days will not affect amount of payment. If child is absent for more than a week, see director regarding payment. If parents are on vacation(March break, summer),the fee is one-half the usual fee. If the child is to be out the entire Summer Season the fee is$____________. 2 weeks notice is required prior to termination of enrollment. Any further questions regarding fees please talk to either Crystal Bellefontaine or Theresa Bellefontaine.
All returned cheques will be charged $20.00 for banking fees.
Please read, sign and give the following to the director when enrolling a child at Busy Bee Day Care. I fully understand the regulations and policies at Busy Bee Day Care Co Ltd. and agree to abide with them and methods of payment.
Signed & dated:_________________________________________
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Personal and Medical Information of Child
Name of child_______________ Date of Birth_________________
Provencal Health card_____________________ Expiry date_______________
Parents Names_______________________________ Telephone#_________________
Brothers and Sisters?
Name________________ Age_____________
Name________________ Age_____________
Other members of household?__________________
Who has care of child other than his/her parents?________________
Has child had group play experience?____________________
Does your child have neighborhood playmates?_______________
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Dentist and/or clinic:
Name____________________ Telephone_________________
Address__________________
Has your child been to a dentist?________
Does your child have any dental problems?_________________
Describe any difficulties or serious illnesses at birth, if any_____________________________________________________________________
Describe your child’s general health(ear infections, recurrent colds)____________________________
Are there presently any serious Medical problems?_______________________
Is your child taking any medication, what, and for what?__________________
Describe your child’s emotional, physical and social development to this point.__________________________________________
Describe your child’s diet (types of food and liquids he or she is now taking)
Liquids______________________
Solids_______________________
Does your child have any ALLERGIES to food ,medications or contact allergies?____________________ If yes please list_________________________
Is the allergy severe enough to require medication or emergency treatment?__________
If yes, please describe in detail mediations required______________________
Has your child eaten peanut butter at home?__________________
Diet restrictions(Cultural, Religious)________________________
Any concerns you have about your child’s diet/eating habits________________________
How frequently does your child have a bowel movement_____________
How far has your child progressed in toilet training, if applicable______________
Age at which your child walked_____________
Is your child right or left handed_____________
Describe your child’s behavior and habits___________________________________________________________________
Describe an ordinary day in your child’s life, from getting up to going to bed, times for naps and meals and play times.
Morning______________________________________________________________
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Afternoon_____________________________________________________________
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Evening______________________________________________________________
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Describe your child’s particular attachments and particular habits(thumb sucking)_______________________________________________________
Describe any particular fear your child has shown___________________________
Describe how your child communicates__________________________________
Describe how your child reacts to stressful situations(cries, withdraws)
How does your child react to new situations____________________
We would appreciate your views on guiding your child’s behavior and setting limits__________________________________________
Is there any thing else you would like to tell us about your child to help us provide good care ?_________________________________________________
Parent’s signature___________________________________
Permission to Participate In School Activities And Receive Emergency
Care
I hereby grant permission for my child______________________
to use all play equipment and participate in all activities of the
I hereby grant permission for my child to leave the school premises under supervision of a staff member for neighborhood walks and field trips in an authorized vehicle.
I hereby grant permission for my child to be included in evaluations and pictures connected with the school program.
I hereby grant permission for the Director or acting Director to take whatever steps may be necessary to obtain emergency medical care if warranted. These steps may include, but are not limited to the following:
1) Attempt to contact a parent or guardian.
2) Attempt to contact the child’s physician.
3) Attempt to contact parents through emergency people listed.
4) If all else fails, we will
A) Contact another physician and
B) Transport child by ambulance (if necessary) to the Hospital with a staff member
5) Any expenses incurred will be borne by child’s parents.
6) The nursery school/day care will not be responsible for anything that may happen as a result of false information given at the time of enrollment.
Signed_____________________________ (Mother) Date_____________
Signed_____________________________ (Father) Date_____________
Witness___________________________ Date_____________
Witness___________________________ Date_____________
Arrival Policy
The Center opens at
Every child must be welcomed by the staff. Parents must accompany children while arriving.
Staff is not responsible for
children before
Every child should have a labeled “cubby” or hook.
Staff should establish with parent if they require help undressing and settling the child in.
Staff must write all relevant child information and messages in telephone/message book.
When a child arrives at the Center and tears ensue, the staff should console parents and reassure them that this is only a temporary situation, and will be taken care of by cuddling; etc after the parent is gone. The child needs time to relieve themselves and come to terms that Mom and Dad will return. They are asked to say good bye, kiss and hug, and may call back in the morning to check on the child’s progress.
Identification, Emergency and Information Sheet
Name of Child____________________________________________________________
(First) (Middle) (Last)
Nickname_______________________ Date of Birth___________________
Address_________________________ Phone#_______________________
Mailing Address___________________________
Email (optional)________________________
Parents Mother______________________________ Cell#_______________
Employment_________________________ Phone#__________________
Father____________________________ Cell#_______________
Employment______________________ Phone#_________________
Other persons Authorized to pick child up:
Name_________________________________ Relationship__________________
Phone#___________________
Name_________________________________ Relationship__________________
Phone#_________________
*Under no
circumstances will a child be released to anyone not known to the Day Care
staff without authorization of parent.
Persons to be called in Emergency
Name_____________________________ Phone#________________________
Name____________________________ Phone#________________________
Child’s Physician_____________________________ Phone#____________________
Address_______________________________
Hospital Preference_________________________________