Where Curiosity Becomes a Way of Learning

Our infant program will offer a full-day program of 8-9 hours of care and a half-day program of 4 hours of care between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Our infant program is designed to provide each child with a safe and nurturing environment that will stimulate learning. Along with the individual caregiving moments, teachers will also plan and organize their environments to provide experiences that enhance motor development – reaching, grasping, crawling in and out, throwing, pulling; cognitive development – object permanence, cause and effect experiences, language, listening and responding to sounds and voices, and problem-solving; social development – playing among others, positive peer interactions, and expressing emotions towards others.

Teachers actively chart the development of each child and provide parents with regular communication regarding their child’s personal care routine. Our infant program relies on low caregiver-to-child ratios to maintain quality, nurturing interactions. The caregivers are trained in PITC along with RIE practices (Resources for Infant Educators). These practices draw on research that demonstrates the benefits of responsive caregiving.

Tuition can be paid weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. 

Our infant program offers a full day program of 8-9 hours of care along with a half day program of 4 hours of care between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Tuition covers enrollment in either our half day program or in our Full day program. Tuition for the A.M. program covers 4 hours of care daily.

Other Fees: Annual Art and Music Fee of $100 due in September. One time registration fee of $50 to reserve a space and paperwork.

Our Extended Day Infant and Pre-School Programs are offered Monday through Friday. We are open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuition for the extended day program includes 9-10 hours of care per day as well as two snacks. Care over 10 hours a day must be approved by the program director.

Late Policy and Fee

Please call as soon as you realize that you are going to be late for pick up. After Hours Fee: The Center closes at 6 pm. All children should be out of the Center by 6 pm. Parents should arrive no later than 5:55 pm to allow enough time to visit with the teacher, collect the child’s belongings, and sign out. Consequently, a $25 fee for each 15-minute period will be charged every 15 minutes past closing. In the event that parents cannot be reached after 15 minutes past closing time, the emergency contact person will be notified to come and pick up the child. Children will have up to one hour to be picked up before authorities are called.

Full Steam Ahead reserves the right to discontinue services if the tuition and any late fees are not paid in a timely manner as detailed above.

Transitions

Children transition from their group based on many factors including developmental readiness, group dynamics, availability of space, and age. We will notify parents three to eight weeks before a transition is likely to occur. The child’s primary caregiver will work closely to connect the child to their new group and set of educators. Toddlers who transition to the preschool room and are not toilet-learned will continue to be charged the toddler tuition rate. The additional fee will help to offset the lower ratio needed to provide continued assistance with diapering in the preschool classroom. Preschool staff will work with parents to develop a toilet learning plan however Full Steam Ahead staff is not solely responsible for toilet learning a child. Note: parent/caregiver written authorization is required when toddlers transition to the preschool program.

Changes to This Policy

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For any questions or concerns regarding this policy, please contact us contact@fullsteamaheadece.org