Nursery School Policies & Procedures

REGISTRATION: A completed Application Form must be signed by the parent or guardian and submitted, accompanied by a $15. non-refundable registration fee.

FEES:  Ten post-dated cheques from Sept. to June dated for the first day of the month will be required upon entering our program. Cheques will be cashed on the first business day of each month. Receipts will be issues annually.

Make cheques out to: Home & Heart.

NSF CHEQUES: There will be a $20. charge for NSF cheques.

HOURS: Drop-off time is between 8:45 and 9 am, with the program commencing at 9 o’clock. Early drop-off is available at 8:30 am. Pick up time is between 11:45 am and 12 noon.

LATE FEE: A late fee of $10. for the first 15 minutes after 12 noon,  plus $3. for every five minutes thereafter will be applied.

WITHDRAWAL: If for any reason it becomes necessary to withdraw your child from the program, then a minimum of one full month notice is required, or one month fees in lieu of that notice. The reminder of your post-dated cheques will be returned to you.

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT POLICY

The following techniques in child guidance will be used:

  • A basic positive attitude and respect of children will always be followed.
  • Limits will be clear, fair and consistent.
  • Touching or holding a child may ease a disruptive behavior.
  • The use of time-out may be used, in the same room as the teacher. Time-in will also be used, recognizing and rewarding appropriate behavior.
  • Discipline statements will be expressed in a positive manner, using positive reinforcement and positive strokes.
  • Prevention and observation will be used to prevent conflict before it happens.
  • Children will be encouraged to communicate with each other and try to solve their own problems, with guidance.

The following methods will never be used:

  • Corporal punishment (striking, spanking, slapping, kicking, shoving, shaking or other forms of aggression).
  • Yelling, shouting, humiliating or degrading words or actions.
  • Withholding love, affection or food.

POLICIES & NOTES:

SNACKS: A nutritious snack will be provided daily, encouraging healthy eating habits.

HOLIDAYS: The Centre will be closed for statutory holidays, Christmas break and March Break, and will operate from September to June.

STORM DAYS: If the Annapolis Valley Regional School Board schools are closed due to storm days, then the Centre will also be closed. School cancellations are announced on the radio in the morning.

CLOTHING: Please dress your child appropriately for outdoor or messy play. You may leave an extra change of clothes for your child in his / her cubby.

NEWSLETTER: The Home & Heart Newsletter is issued monthly, featuring our themes, special events, outings, etc.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

1. Parents are encouraged to visit and / or participate in children’s programs throughout the year. Parents may be asked to volunteer for special events and field-trips.

2. Parents will be asked to complete and sign all application and release forms for outings, medication and emergency medical treatment.

3. Parents will be asked to keep children at home if they have a communicable disease, high fever or vomiting and diarrhea. A doctor’s note may be required, at the discretion of the Director, for the child’s return to Nursery School.

4. Upon completion of the application forms, release forms and registration fee, the child will be registered as a student of Home & Heart.  The parent and child are welcome to visit the centre before the child begins the program. Parents may stay with their child as long as s/he is comfortable.

5. The minimal number of parent meetings will be twice per year. Parents will be notified at least two weeks in advance and the agenda will be available. Minutes will be recorded, posted and filed.

6. Positive Parenting Workshops on issues relating to parenting may be offered.

CURRICULUM STATEMENT

A thematic approach will be used in the program curriculum, with themes introduced from one to two week periods, depending on the topic. Crafts, circle time, music, stories, outings and snacks may all revolve directly or indirectly around the theme, creating a learning experience for the children,  while they are having fun, socializing and gaining new skills.

The children’s developmental physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs will be met through a variety of activities emphasizing self-expression and self-esteem building through creative play and anti-bias learning experiences.

NOTICE TO PARENTS AND GUARDIANS

The DAY CARE ACT regulations and policies respecting licensing, enrollment and attendance criteria, menus, program and staff:child ratios are available for viewing by parents and guardians, in accordance with regulation #6(1) of the Day Care Act.

THANK-YOU FOR CHOOSING HOME & HEART FOR YOUR

PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION!

Policies & Procedures