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Admission Policies

The child care center shall accept only children who are at a stage of growth and development which enables them to benefit from its program, and for whose age level the center is staffed and equipped to provide care.

The child care center shall not admit or maintain any child whose needs it obviously cannot meet or whose behavior would be dangerous for other children in the center. Explicit, documented reasons for refusal to admit or provide care to a child shall be provided in written form to parents.

There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or handicap.

Hours Of Operation

Monday - Friday

7:30 am - 6: 00 pm

Information to be Included in Childs record

List the following information to be used incase of emergency

Physicians Name:

Physicians Address:

Physicians Phone No.

Dentist Name:

Dentists Address:

Dentists Phone:

Person(s) authorized to leave child care center with your child:

Name, Address, Phone No.

Responsible person(s) who may called to come for your child incase of illness or other emergency if you cannot reach:

Name, Address, Phone No.

Parent Conferences/Communication Policy

Parent-teacher conferences will be scheduled as needed or a parent may request such a conference at any time. In addition, teachers are always available for on-going communication and parents are always welcome at any and all times to observe our program.

Health Examination

A health examination including immunizations is required for each child within 12 months prior to admission to the child care center or within one month after admission on the forms provided. Child care center services must be terminated if a health form is not returned within the above stated time period. Health examinations shall be repeated annually for children two years of age and younger.

Significant Occurrences or Problems

You will be notified of any significant occurrences or problems which affect your child, including exposure to communicable diseases.

Discipline Policy

The child care center uses a positive disciplinary approach with children. Caregivers communicate to children using positive statements, encourage children, with adult support, to use their own words and solutions to resolve conflicts, and communicate with children at eye level and talking to them in a calm manner about what behavior is expected. Recurring disciplinary problems will be addressed with parents and documented in the child's record.

Program Description

The program provides developmentally appropriate activities for children. Weekly lesson plans are written and posted for parents' review. Children are provided time to choose their own activities and work independently in learning centers. Caregivers serve as facilitators to enhance the children's choices.

Policy about Children Left After Closing Time

Children are expected to be picked up by closing time. A charge of $1.00 per minute will be assessed per child to any family picking a child up after 6:00 p.m. (closing time). If any child is not picked up 30 minutes after closing time, Child Protective Services will be contacted to pick up your child.

Policy About Reporting Suspected Child Abuse

The child care center is required by law to report any suspected child abuse or neglect to Child Protective Services.

Confidentiality Policy

All information pertaining to admission, health, family, or discharge of a child is confidential.

Ill Child Policy

Children who are ill will not be allowed to attend the program. If your child becomes ill while at the center, you will be contacted to pick up your child. If you cannot be reached, someone from your emergency contacts will be contacted. Your child may not return to the center until he/she is symptom free for 24 hours.

Policy on Release of a Child to an Intoxicated or Impaired Person

If an authorized intoxicated or impaired person insists on removing children from the center, the center shall immediately report the incident to the local police agency.

Policy on Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, Illegal Substances

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Precious Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment

(219) 321 - 3989

Purpose & Goals

We are happy that you have chosen Precious Lil' Jewels (PLJ BIG KIDS)/Preschool to service your family's childcare needs. Precious Lil' Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment is dedicated to creating a safe, and educational environment for your child.

Precious Lil' Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment is committed to providing the type of atmosphere that will help your child develop physical, intellectual, social, and emotional skills.

Children need a combination of quiet, active, group, and individual activities. We recognize and provide for the developmental differences in children. Our top priority is keeping children safe, loved and nurtured, giving working parents peace of mind.

Parents are always granted unlimited access to the daycare during its hours of operation, for the purpose of seeing their child, along with evaluating the care provided by the daycare.

If there are custody issues involved with the child, YOU MUST provide the daycare with court documents indicating who has permission to pick-up and/or visit the child. Custody visitation must take place outside the daycare.

Daycare WILL NOT deny a parent access to their child without documentation.

COMPLAINTS & ISSUES

Parents needing assistance with a problem or complaint related to the daycare can text the daycare cell or call the daycare cell between the hours of 7:30am–6:00pm. Cellphone is shut off after 6:00pm, so issues will be handled the next business day.

DAYCARE CELL NUMBER: (219) 321-3989

PARENT PARTICIPATION

Parents are invited to participate in or observe any activities scheduled at the daycare. Parent conferences are available UPON REQUEST, and parents are encouraged to discuss the child's needs and progress with the director and teacher.

The following are examples of the activities that provide parents with opportunities to participate in our program.

Open houses
Volunteer in classroom activities
Field trips

GUIDANCE & MANAGEMENT

All children and staff have the right to be in a comfortable, safe environment. To ensure these rights are not violated, these rules and procedures have been implemented for the benefit of the children and staff.

Children failing to follow the rules will be disciplined by the following methods:

Removal from scheduled activities
Temporary "Time Out" from mainstream
Parent conference
Suspension

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES

The discipline philosophy and goal of Precious Lil' Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment are designed to develop responsible behavior. The emphasis is on building and correcting rather than punitive.

The teacher will first warn the child if they are unruly, hurt themselves, or destroy property, etc. If the act is repeated, he/she will be removed from the group, and will sit at a table alone or with a staff member.

There will be NO corporal, cruel, or harsh punishment, for punching, pinching, shaking, hitting, or biting.
No child will be humiliated or subjected to profane language, or name calling.
No discipline shall be imposed on a child for failure to eat, sleep, or bathroom accidents.
No child will be refused food, rest, or toilet use as means of discipline.
Separation when used as discipline will be brief and appropriate to the child's age and circumstances. A staff member will place a child in an area where the child can be seen and heard, well lit, and ventilated.
Daycare staff and director will NEVER abuse or neglect a child and will protect them from those practices while in our care.
The daycare follows age-appropriate guidance and management techniques at all times.

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUE (con't)

Discipline will be constructive and include redirection, separation, discussion, and praise.
Incident reports will be completed and filed by a staff member. A copy will be presented to the parents.
THREE serious incident reports could result in termination.

COMPLIANCE AND TERMINATION

It is our pleasure to work with each family that enrolls in our program. If a problem arises it can interfere with the daily operation of the daycare. The director will meet with parents and attempt to resolve issues. Termination will be a result for any action on part of the staff, parent, custodian, guardian, family member, or friend that:

Cause this program to be out of compliance with the Indiana Daycare Licensing Regulations.
Failing to renew or update a child's medical records or contact information.
Continued failure to swipe & sign child in and out of the daycare.
Non-payment of fees, and late fees.
Threatening the physical or emotional well-being of a staff member, another child, or parent.
Excessive incident reports.

OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE AND EQUIPMENT

Weather permitting, children must go outdoors daily. The adult supervisor will decide on safe and healthy outdoor play.

Children will have the opportunity to play outdoors at scheduled times, with traffic areas sectioned off.
On snowy days, children must dress appropriately. Any child with proper clothing and/or change of clothes may play in the snow.

REST PERIOD

The daycare will provide quiet time for children to rest or sleep. The resting period is from 12:00pm–2:30pm, which also allows time for staff breaks, cleaning, and planning.

PLEASE DO NOT BRING CHILDREN DURING THIS TIME.

The cut off time for drop off is 9:00am.

WEATHER OR DAYCARE EMERGENCIES

It is our policy to open every day apart from Saturdays & Sundays, designated holidays, extreme weather conditions, or daycare emergencies that would place staff and children at risk. Notice of daycare closings will be posted on the parent information board.

If daycare is closed due to extreme weather, a mass text message will be sent (UPDATING YOUR CELL PHONE NUMBERS IS VERY IMPORTANT). A message will also be placed on the daycare cell voicemail the day before or the day of the closing.

INJURY/INCIDENT REPORTS

An incident/injury report shall be completed by the childcare staff member responsible for the child at the time of occurrence:

An illness, accident, or injury which required first-aid.
A blow or bump to the head.
Emergency transportation has taken place.
An unusual or unexpected event which jeopardizes the safety of the children or staff.

DIRECTOR WILL ALSO NOTIFY PARENT VIA-TEXT MESSAGE AT THE TIME OF INJURY/INCIDENT WITH A PICTURE OF THE INJURED AREA (RATHER ITS A VISIBLE MARK OR NOT)

SAFETY OF CHILDREN

Staff members are responsible for the children's safety while in their care. The following guidelines will be observed:

No child should be left alone or unsupervised.
Immediate access to working telephones within the daycare is maintained.
Monthly fire drills will be conducted with written records.
Exits will remain clear, and outdoor play space will remain free of debris.
A first aid kit will always remain in the daycare.
A person trained in first aid and CPR will remain on the premises at all times.
All cleaning products, and anything that should not be ingested, will remain out of reach of children.
The staff or director shall immediately notify Child Protective Services if they suspect that a child has been abused or neglected.
All staff members retain a copy of the daycare safety policy.

EMERGENCY & EVACUATION

In the event of a fire, weather, medical emergency, or other types of emergencies, staff members will follow the plans established by the director to evacuate the daycare and go to the designated spot for safety. Evacuation routes are posted in the parent attendance lounge, along with fire drill log.

Tornado/Threatening Weather Plan

If there is a tornado or severe weather in the area, the caregiver(s) will take children to the restroom; they will kneel on the floor on their knees, with their heads down, hands over their heads.

*Drills will be conducted following fire drills.

FIRST AID & FIELD TRIP POLICY

A first aid kit is always taken on field trips, and special outings.
A field trip permission slip must be signed for each child leaving the premises. The slip will include the child's name, parents' signature, emergency contact information, destination, method of transportation, date of trip, and estimated departure and return times.
An emergency transportation authorization for each child will be taken as well as the health records of the children with allergies or other medical conditions.
If a child is not joining the trip, he/she will remain at the daycare with a staff member carrying out the regular daycare schedule.
Child MUST be potty trained before being able to go on field trips.
Parents are encouraged to volunteer.

ABSENCE & ILLNESS

Children who arrive at daycare or show signs of a fever, or a contagious disease that may affect others that encounter the child

CANNOT REMAIN IN CARE.

Diarrhea/vomiting
Severe Cough
Difficult or rapid breathing
Pink eye
Ringworm (must start treatment, and keep covered)
Temp off 100 degrees or more

Medication Administration Procedure

Over the counter and pharmacy labeled prescription medication, ointments, creams, or lotions can be given to your child if needed.

Parents are required to fill out the proper forms and supply all medications in their original containers. Prescriptions must be labeled with the child's name on them.

For any medication to be administered, parents will need to fill out the medication permission form.

LATE PICK-UP

Late fees will start occurring after 6:05pm totaling $20.00, and $1.00/per minute after till child is picked up.

PAYMENT POLICY

The charge for your child(ren) depends on age group(s), please refer to the childcare market rates posted in the parent attendance lounge.

Payments are DUE ON MONDAYS BEFORE SERVICE IS PROVIDED FOR THAT WEEK. Fees not paid by day's end Monday are considered late, and a $10.00 late fee will apply every day payment is not made. If fees are not paid by Friday, childcare services will be terminated. There will be no deductions for absences or vacations.

FORMS OF PAYMENT

Zelle Quick Pay: 219-321-3989
Cash
Cashapp: $Preciousliljewels
Or we can setup billing in Bright Wheel

Mealtimes are as following:

Breakfast: 7:30am–8:30am

A.M. Snack: 10:00pm

Lunch: 11:30a.m.–12:00p.m.

PM Snack: 2:45p.m.–3:00p.m.

I will provide all meals for your child. I ask that no candy be brought into the daycare. If you would like to bring treats for a special occasion, please contact me ahead of time.

Inclusion of Children with Special Needs Policy

We accept children with special needs and will make changes to ensure full inclusion of the children in everyday routines and activities. Guidance about recommended adaptations and procedures necessary to ensure the children's health, safety, and inclusion will be solicited from the child's family and medical and/or educational services currently providing services for the child and their family.

A release of information must be signed by the parent before consultation with any service or individual other than family occurs. Within one week of enrollment a special care plan and emergency information plan will be completed with the family.

All staff that have contact with children with special needs will receive training to facilitate inclusion.

Provider Responsibilities

I will provide a licensed, safe childcare home/center. The environment, interaction, and activities will support the physical and emotional needs of the children in my care. Completely supervised indoor and outdoor play is provided. Toys are furnished for children. I will not be responsible for lost or broken toys from home. I will provide wipes for children who still require diaper changing (unless allergic to brand I provide, in that case parent provides). I will provide a rest period for the children daily.

Parent Responsibilities

Parents agree to notify the provider of any changes in the child's routine. Parents will supply a set of clean, seasonally appropriate change of clothes. If needed, parents will supply diapers, clean napping blankets (which will be washed weekly by the provider), training pants, and A.M. if desired. Parents must report any changes to address, phone numbers, employment work hours, or persons designated to pick up your child immediately so that I may contact you in the event of an emergency.

Attendance Policy for CCDF Recipients

If your child(ren) is absent, they will be marked absent. Children are allowed a total of 40 absences in a calendar year. Upon enrollment, you will be made aware of the absences you've accumulated. If a child exceeds absences, they will lose their childcare voucher, and the parent/guardian will have to wait 90 days before they can be added to the waiting list.

If there are set days your child WON'T attend (consecutively), they will be marked for "OFF DAYS".

If a child(ren) needs to take a leave of absence, IT MUST BE SCHEDULED! Parent MUST request for the provider to put in for a "GAP CARE VOUCHER," and it takes 2 WEEKS to process BEFORE the child takes their leave. Gap care vouchers do not go into effect immediately, so if a child doesn't attend BEFORE the requested date, they will be marked absent.

I have read and understand the attendance policy. Provider has informed me of the number of days my child(ren) have been marked absent (PRIOR to first day). I have also included days my child WILL NOT be in attendance; to be marked as "OFF DAYS".

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