Petite Sorbonne Preschool, mindful to its mission of following our philosophy and curriculum, admits students of any race, color, religion, and national and/or ethnic origin, etc. to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to all students at this school.
As we want each child to have a positive experience while at our school, the following general conditions have been established. We reserve the right to amend these conditions, when necessary, in the best interest of everyone in our program. Any changes will be posted and families will be notified in writing.
AGE GROUP / TOILET-TRAINING REQUIREMENT
Though we are licensed for ages two through six, our program specialty is with the three (3) to five (5) year old age group. We have specific age-appropriate activities and find it necessary to have a toilet-training requirement for all of our enrolled children. We are not equipped as a diaper changing facility, which also includes "Pull Up" types.
PROBATION PERIOD
Upon initial enrollment of your child, there is a two (2) week
probation period. During this time, if our program is not suitable
for your child (due to child readiness, development, toilet-training
problems, etc.), termination of enrollment may result. Since
your child's experience should be a happy, positive, and rewarding
one, re-enrollment at a later date may be recommended. Upon termination
of enrollment during this probation period, tuition will be pro-rated
based on number of days scheduled and will be refunded accordingly.
There is no refund for the one-time registration fee.
TUITION SCHEDULE / REFUND POLICY
As specified on the Tuition Schedule, we make no allowance for
absences of any reason, including illnesses, going on vacation,
or absences on a regularly scheduled day. Only for enrollment
termination during the first two (2) weeks of a probation period
is there any type of refund policy. Fees are due on the 01st
of each month, unless payments are made in equal installments.
First half of tuition due on the 01st of each month and the balance
due on the 15th of each month. This split payment arrangement
must be approved with the owners. Tuition must be paid in full
by the 15th of each month. Tuition that is not paid in full by
this date are subject to a late charge. Additionally, unpaid
tuition may result in termination of enrollment. Checks may be
payable to Petite Sorbonne Preschool or P.S.P.
WITHDRAWALS
If withdrawing your child from our program, please provide a written
30 day notice prior to enrollment termination, otherwise, a full month's
tuition will be due.
HOOK / CHANGE OF CLOTHES BOX / CUBBY / ART FILE
Each child in our program will be provided with a hook for a jacket/sweater.
Each hook is clearly labeled with your child's complete name.
Each child will also have a change of clothes box with a complete
change of clothes (including socks and underwear). These boxes
are located in the children's bathroom. Each item of clothing
must be clearly labeled for identification.
Each child will also have a cubby for a cot sheet/blanket/"lovey"
storage.
During nap/quiet time, each child will need a cot sheet to lay upon
over a cot or mat (personalized cot sheets may be purchased for $10.00. See
teachers for cot sheet information.) These items must be washed weekly. If
your child has forgotten his/her sheet/blanket, we will provide one to borrow.
This borrowed item will be placed in your child's cubby until one is brought
from home. Please wash this borrowed item and return it once you have placed
your child's items in his/her cubby.
Lastly, each child will have an art file. These files are located adjacent to the sign in/out desk. Check regularly for your child's art work, notices to parents, and any additional information.
POLICY ON ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES
For your child's protection, in addition to State regulations,
you must sign your child in and out daily. The sign in/out
sheet is on a clip board in the front desk, adjacent to children's
restroom. You must sign your child's name, arrival time with
initials, departure time with initials (upon pick up), daytime
telephone number where you can be reached, and complete the "Comments"
area if there are special comments that we should be aware of.
Teachers may contact parents in the "Comments" area,
also.
As stated in the Child Care Health Policy, upon arrival (and throughout the day, as necessary), our teachers are empowered to determine whether your child should be sent home (due to appearance of illness with fever, for example). Their utmost concern is for the well being of your child and for all of our children (and adults).
Additionally, as stated in the Tuition Schedule, there is a late charge policy if you are later than the scheduled program ending time. The late charge payment should be made at the time of the late pick-up. If paying by check, it should be made payable directly to the teacher who had to stay late on your behalf. We realize that delays occur throughout the day, however, at 12:30PM, for example, your late pick-up may affect our afternoon program head count. Additionally, after 5:30PM, remember that our teachers have their own lives and families to return to. So, please, it is imperative that you do your best to arrive before the scheduled program ending time (either ending at 12:30PM for the morning program schedule or ending at 5:30PM for afternoon and full time program schedule).
NOTE: No child will be released to anyone other than those listed on the Identification and Emergency Information sheet. It is ultimately the child's parent/guardian's responsibility to keep this form up-to-date (including changes in home/work phone numbers, etc.). We must have written authorization if there are any changes to be made regarding who may pick-up and take your child from the premises. Photo identification will be required.
BREAKFAST
We do NOT serve breakfast at school, however, we allow children
to eat their own breakfast while at school from 8:00AM to 8:30AM,
everyday. We will provide bowl, spoon, and milk for cereals and
request that all cereals brought to school follow the guidelines
outlined in our Nutrition Policy. We ask that NO pre-sweetened
foods are consumed at school, including Pop Tarts. Great cereal
examples include brands such as Cheerios, Kix, Corn Flakes, etc.
You may bring a box of cereal for your child (be sure to label
box with your child's name) to be left at school for your convenience.
Due to consistency in rules for all of our enrolled children,
please don't hesitate to ask any teacher if there is ever any
doubt about a particular food item. Any of the teachers would
be more than happy to provide you with some suggestions, ideas,
or comments regarding our nutritional philosophy.
DROP-IN SERVICES
Drop-in service is available for families who are currently enrolled
in our program and who want to bring their child in on an un-scheduled
day (including un-scheduled half days). When space is available,
drop-in service may be possible. If you would like to bring your
child in on an un-scheduled day, please notify us ahead of time
to assure space availability. Space for your child will be made
on a first-come, first-serve basis, whereby, the parent who calls
first can "reserve" that day in advance. Due to state
regulations and wanting to stay within our licensing limits, in
addition to wanting to keep the teacher:child ratio low, prior
arrangements are required to be made in advance. There is a full
day and half day drop-in rate, as specified on the Tuition Schedule.
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
The Department of Social Services (DSS)
is the state agency which governs and monitors
child care facilities. They periodically make unannounced inspections
to assure the well being of all at the facility. We welcome their
visits as we should always be in compliance with their regulations.
Included in their inspection is their right to discuss, face-to-face,
with any child, anything regarding care in the facility. If ever your
child were in contact with DSS, you would be informed.
INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR - DISMISSAL
If your child behaves in any type of harmful conduct, we will
set firm, but caring limits. We take into consideration your
child's age and developmental stage as a basis for behavioral
expectations. However, for any type of inappropriate behavior,
we will follow our "Unsafe Behavior" guidelines (included
in this enrollment packet) as we need to ensure the safety of
all our children while at school. We do not allow violent acts
or behaviors; no fighting, biting, or any other harmful act, including
any type of verbal attack which hurts the emotional feelings of
others.
We encourage the use of words to describe our feelings and resolve situations. We encourage children to also take into consideration the feelings of others. Emphasis on positive reinforcement in finding ways to express feelings of anger or frustration is an important message we send to our children. And, remember that the essential key is having parental involvement.
Please note that for the safety of all concerned, continued inappropriate behavior may result in dismissal of your child in our program.
Corporal punishment is never used at our preschool.
FIELD TRIPS
We will occasionally conduct field trips throughout the year.
We will always give advance notice and will require a Parental
Permission Slip. Parent participation is always welcome and appreciated.
Photos and videos for creating preschool "Memories"
will occasionally be taken.
VISITORS
We welcome visitors to come and observe our program at any time
of the day. However, please remember the general nap/quiet time
hours of 12:30 to about 2:00PM every day. If visiting during
these hours, please respect the need for quiet, with gentle voices,
and tiptoeing! Additionally, if visiting during a Circle Time
(9:30AM or 3:00PM everyday), please observe and then feel free
to talk to the various teachers after the circle (group) activity
has concluded. This helps in keeping the continuity of the activity
going, without interruption.