Parent Handbook

Table of Contents:

• Providence's Program of Learning & Fun
  1. Program Design
  2. Goals of our Programs
  3. Program Monitoring
  4. Discipline
  5. Staff:Child Ratios
  6. Play Spaces

• Providence Is for Parents, Too!
  1. Parents are always more than welcome at Providence
  2. For parents of children with special needs

• What Your Child Needs for Child Care

• Fees & Enrolment
  1. Discharges
  2. Holidays

• Important Times and Dates
  1. Centre Hours
  2. Statutory Holidays
  3. Weather Closure
  4. Classroom Calendar

• Meals and Snacks
  1. Food Allergies or Special Dietary Needs
  2. Snacks from Home
  3. Treats for the Class

• Field Trips and Outings
  1. Planned Outings
  2. Spontaneous Outings

• For The Safety of Your Child
  1. Signing In and Out
  2. Parent Responsibility
  3. Designated Alternate for Pick-up
  4. Changes in Address, Telephone Numbers, Medications, etc.
  5. Respect the Traffic and Parking Signs
  6. Fire Drills
  7. Security During the Day

• Health? Illness Policy and Guidelines
  1. When a Child is Unwell
  2. Immune-Compromised and Seizuring Children
  3. Emergency Babysitting

• Therapy Services

• If You Have a Concern

• Resources