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PHILOSOPHY

The aim of the centre is to provide a supportive and safe atmosphere for children to thrive emotionally, physically and intellectually. We encourage independence, self-confidence and consideration for others. Our children are treated in a gentle and caring manner at all times.
 

WE OFFER:
  • Child Care Programs for 3 mos - 10 year old children
  • Stimulating and imaginative experiences for learning
  • Professional and Qualified Staff
  • Burlington Children's Centre Guarantee
  • Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. throughout the year
  • Hot nutritious lunches and snacks provided
  • Easy access to 403 / Q.E.W.
  • Air Conditioned
  • Tax Receipts Issued
  • Van Transportation available
  • Bright, cheerful atmosphere
  • Large C.S.A. approved outdoor playground
  • Indoor play room for active play
  • Monthly Newsletters
  • Ample Parking
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    STAFF QUALIFICATIONS

  • Government licensed according to Day Nursery Act regulations.
  • Qualified E.C.E. teachers in every class
  • Every employee is carefully screened and properly trained
  • CPR and First Aid certified person on staff at all times
  • Security clearance check on all employees
  • Motor vehicle history check on all drivers.
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    PARENT COMMUNICATION

    Parents are welcome to visit the school at any time to observe their child. Parental assistance or centre fundraising is not required. We encourage you to discuss your child's progress with the staff at any time. Monthly newsletters, including themes and activities are provided.
     

    FEES

    A registration fee of $25.00 plus your first week's fees are due at the time of enrolment.

    Fees are due in advance, so please bring in your cheque, cash or money order to the office every Monday morning, or put it in your child's bag if using our transportation. Post dated cheques are also accepted if that is more convenient. Fees are due on a weekly basis and continuously through statutory holidays and sick days (excluding approved vacations).

    Direct Debit is also available, as a method of payment between 8:15 - 5:30

    A late charge of $1.00 per day will be added to your account if fees are in arrears more than two weeks. If fees are in arrears more than three weeks, day care services will be terminated.
     

    SUBSIDIZED CLIENTS

    Halton Region allows your child to be absent from child care a maximum of 39 days per calendar year for any reason, i.e. vacations, sick days, statutory holidays. Part time or part year clients’ days are also prorated. For each absence beyond that, the client will be responsible for the full child care fee, not just the usual subsidized portion.
     

    PART TIME CLIENTS

    Part time clients are responsible for payment for the days they have chosen, including statutory holidays. Days cannot be changed on an occasional basis. Children may attend extra days at an additional cost if space is available.
     

    HOURS:
    The centre is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. The Infant room hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. In order to gain maximum benefit from our programs, children should arrive before 9:15 a.m. If your child will be away on a particular day or will be arriving after 10:00 a.m., we would appreciate a telephone call. Children must be escorted into the centre; our responsibility begins when the parent informs the staff on duty of the child's arrival.

    If you pick your child up after 6:00 p.m. (infants after 5:45 p.m.) a late fee of $10.00 for each half (1/2) hour, or part of each half (1/2) hour will be charged. Please respect our teachers' need to leave at 6:00 p.m.
     

    VACATION POLICY
    At our centre, two weeks vacation when your child is not in attendance may be taken in your individual fiscal year, without payment of your usual fee. Written notice must be given to the office at least two week in advance of your time away. Changes to these vacation plans will also require two weeks written notice to the office.

    The first week may be taken after the third month and a second week after the tenth month or two weeks may be taken after the tenth month. For all other days (extra vacation, sick days, statutory holidays) you are responsible for payment at your usual rate. When planning a vacation, it is best to check with the office about eligibility for nonpayment.
     

    CANCELLATION

    We require two weeks notice for withdrawal. If you remove your child without notice, then you will be responsible for the full two weeks fees.
     

    BAD WEATHER

    Please listen to CHML 900 or K-LITE FM102.8 or TV CHANNEL 11 during bad weather for cancellation of bus service or school closure.
     

    SECURITY

    Your child will not be allowed to leave the school with anyone other than yourself, unless you have given us written permission.
     

    DISCIPLINE AND BEHAVIORS

    Limits and rules concerning safety and individual rights appropriate for the age of the child, have been set for each play area. These limits provide a sense of security. Children are encouraged to verbalize their feelings to one another. If a child is not managing within the limits, he is spoken to, directed to another activity or removed from the group, depending on the situation.
     

    MEDICATION

    In keeping with the Public Health Regulations, staff may only administer prescription medication or patent medicine prescribed by a physician. You will be required to complete a medication or patent authorization form outlining dosage and the time when it is to be administered. Medication must be given directly to the staff member and not left in the child's bag in the cupboard. The form must be signed and dated every day that medication is to be given.
     

    CLOTHING

    For the children's comfort, please ensure that they wear casual clothing and provide a bag for storage with an extra set of clothing in case of mishap. Please mark all clothing especially outerwear, with you child's name. We cannot be responsible for lost articles.