Handbook

Philosophy
of
Sarah’s Preschool

I am a learning center that fosters the physical, social, and emotional, intellectual, and creative growth of children. We will provide many opportunities to explore, discover, and experiment with a variety of materials in a safe environment.

I strive to provide a support system for both parents and children because parents are the first and most important teachers that a child can have. I believe that as I encourage interaction between parents and children and in building a close relationship with the family that I can enhance the child’s self-esteem, independence and initiative.

I believe that a learning center should serve as a model for human relationships of what goes on in the real world. Therefore, I strive to set a positive example for all who attend my program. I stress cooperation and avoid racism and sexist roles. I strive to help each child experience success and develop positive feelings about themselves and those around them.

I also recognize the difficulty that child can have when they are separated from the their family during the day; therefore, I strive my hardest to make my home an environment that is homey and fun. Each child is special and needs care and special attention each day. Over all your child will be free to play, speak, think, work, learn, and most importantly grow.



Welcome to Sarah’s Preschool

I hope that you and your child will love it here and find it a warm and loving environment full of tons of learning experiences.

Location: I am located at 793 Monroe St. It is 7 houses on the right if you are coming off Falls Ave. My phone number is 208-404-3305

Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri. for children ages 4-5 from either 9:00-11:30 or 1:00 -3:30
Tues. and Thurs. for children ages 3-4 from either 9:00-11:30 or 1:00-3:30

Registration and supply fee: $15

Fees: $120 a month for children ages 4-5
$80 a month for children ages 3-4

Late fees: A $5 late fee will be charged to all bills not paid by the 1st of each month. Also a $1 late fee will be charged for each minute your child is here after 11:45 AM or 3:45 PM unless you notify me and let me know you will be late.

Payments: Payments are due by the 1st of each month, after then the late payment takes effect, unless arrangements are made with me for a payment. Please make checks out to Sarah Brown.

Food: A snack will be given at 10:30 AM or 2:30 PM

Health

Immunizations: All children entering my care must be up to date on all of their immunizations.

Health checks: Parents are responsible for checking their child’s health each day before sending them to school. I will monitor your child through out the day to ensure that they are feeling ok. Please let me know if they have been exposed to any communicable diseases, and do not give your child any pain relievers to reduce fever, as the child is still contagious.

Curriculum

I offer a large variety of group and individual activities for your child to do throughout each day. These activities will help your child to start to develop decision making skills that will help your child take responsibility for their actions.



Language Arts: Speaking, listening, to language through dramatic play, reading, and speech will help your child to expand their understanding of the language which they use daily.

Art: Creative exploration of art through various mediums- color recognition, vocabulary, building, and other art and craft activities will be established each day.

Large and Small Motor Skills: Reinforcement of everyday skills learned in tying, dressing, eating, cutting, jumping, hopping, spinning, climbing, through manipulative and play.

Music: Children can become involved with the music around them. Through singing, dancing, listening and rhythm. The main emphasis is on the children’s enjoyment and their appreciation of musical expression in its many forms.

Math: The children will be able to develop awareness of the number system and related concepts through sorting, categorizing, number recognition, and shapes.

Science: Exploration of the world around them through nature, water, sand, animals, weather, and plants will be experienced daily.

Dramatic Play: Taking the roles of community and family members during free play and other activities during the day.

Cooking: Food handling safety and preparation of snacks and simple meals will be taught during this time of the day.

Circle Time: This is the direct teaching. Learning takes turns, following directions, and respect for others.

Rules and Regulations

Sick children: If your child becomes sick while in my care I will notify you and then proceed with the care that needs to be taken. You may need to come and pick up your child. Do not bring your child to my home if they have a rash, diarrhea, a temperature or any other communicable disease. If your child will not be coming please notify me so we know not to expect them that day.

Medication: All medicine given to a child must have a consent from filled out by the parent or legal guardian. This should include permission from a doctor if it’s a prescribed medicine.

Clothing: Please dress your child in comfortable clothing that they can easily move around in and that are easy to play in. Please do not ask me to keep your child clean because this restricts their play. Although I do try to keep them as clean as Ican. Child do tend to be messy-it’s part of learning.

Toys: Please do not bring toys for your child to play with while they are in my care as they can get lost or broken.

Parent Conferences: I have an open door policy if at any time you need to talk to me about questions or concerns please feel free to do so. Like wise I will contact you if I have any questions, concerns, or problems with your child.

Required Supplies: Your child will need a backpack or bag to help take home papers, and an extra pair of clothing, incase of any unforeseen accidents that might happen during the morning.

Birthdays: Your child is free to celebrate their birthday with us. Please inform me a couple of days in advance of what you plan on doing. You are free to join us if you can.

Holidays: Attached is a schedule of dates we will be closed. We will be following the Twin Falls District Calendar pretty closely.


Discipline Policy

1. No physical, mental, or verbal abuse will be used at any time.

2. Your child may be restrained by an adult to protect them from hurting another person, themselves, or property.

3. Food or other rights will not be taken from your child as a punishment.

4. Respect of others and property will be strongly reinforced.

5. Children will be given a warning and then actions will take place.

6. Parents many be asked to withdraw their child from our care if the child acts out or acts in a way that we cannot handle and we have discussed the situation with you previously.