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Rest Time Rest TimeRest time duration is dependant on the child, although an actual rest schedule may be put in place if rest times for all children coincide. For toddler age children and older rest time duration is a maximum of 2.5 hours, however after an hour of rest children will have the opportunity to participate in a quiet activity.ChangesIt is important to notify of any major changes in your child’s life that would affect him or her during the day. (i.e. loss of pet, parents on vacation, away from child etc.) It is also important to inform about any permanent change in drop-off/pick-up time.ClothingChildren should wear comfortable clothing that allows for freedom of movement. Each child is required to have an extra set of clothing in case of accidents. Extra clothing should include: socks, shoes (if applicable) t-shirt, pants. It is important that children’s clothing is appropriate to the season, because outdoor time is part of the program. Extra winter clothing should include socks, boots, hat, mittens, and snowpants. All creative supplies are non-toxic, safe and washable; however, it is important to keep in mind that not all stains wash out!ParkingPlease obey all parking regulations for the City Of Welland.SmokingThis is a non-smoking residence. Please be considerate and refrain from smoking on the property during program time.Personal BelongingsPlease ensure all of your child’s items have their name on themArrival and Pick UpAll parents/guardians are required to accompany their child to the program room and to come to the room to pick them up. Parents must complete the information on the daily sign in/sign out form. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE IS A CHILD TO BE DROPPED OFF AND LEFT UNATTENDED.In the interest of safety it cannot be allowed for your child to go home with someone who has not picked up before and is unknown to the centre. Please make sure that if anyone new is picking up, that the care provider has been notified in advance of the pick up. Late pick-ups are not acceptable. Please MAKE ALTERNATE PICK-UP ARRANGEMENTS if you anticipate arriving late. Parents arriving late will pay the late fee directly which is not tax deductible. A late fee is levied at the rate of $5.00 per quarter hour per child starting on minute past the program time. For example: AbsenteeismIt is extremely important to inform if your child will be absent so that changes can be made to the daily schedule, should they be needed. (Ex: in the case of class picture day or fieldtrips)Emergency ContactsA minimum of two emergency contact person’s name, address and telephone number must be provided by the parent. The contact person must be available at work or home during the hours that your child is here. It is the parent’s responsibility to update this information when necessary. The contact person must be informed by the parent that he or she is the emergency contact person.DisciplineThe ultimate aim is to help the children achieve self-discipline and a sense of responsibility. Therefore limits for behavior have been set and are consistently enforced. These limits are appropriate to the developmental level of the child, and deal with health and safety, care of the equipment and the rights of the individual. A positive approach is used to help guide the children. Each situation and child is dealt with individually. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL CORPORAL PUNISHMENT BE USED FOR BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT.
Health Care PolicyChildren’s optimum growth, development and learning depends on many factors. An important one is their state of health. The following policies are intended to minimize the health risks inherent in caring for children in a group setting, while maintaining flexibility to respond to individual situations. The primary purpose of this health policy is to protect, maintain and improve the health of each child in care.Medical Information FormA Medical Information Form for each child must be completed. Please inform if there are any changes in you child’s health and any changes to your child’s immunization. The Medical Information Form must include details of:Administration and Storage of MedicationMedication will be administered only when a signed medication authorization form outlining dosage dates and times is completed by the parent or guardian. All prescription medication must be in its original pharmacy container showing physician and patient’s name, date of issue and instructions. The administration of medication or procedures may be refused (e.g. insulin, injections, oxygen, suppositories) where the expertise in administration is not known.Non prescription medication will be administered under the following conditions. It’s the parent’s responsibility to ensure that the medication they are providing is safe for their child(ren). It is recommend that parents check with their family doctor prior to allowing administration of any medication All medication will be stored in a locked medicine container, which is accessible only to adults. Please hand in medications directly so that they may be put in the proper storage space. Sick ChildrenIf a child becomes ill while in attendance, the child will be isolated from the other children and the parent will be contacted and asked to pick up their child immediately.Parents are requested to keep their child home if their child has: Symptoms that may indicate a Communicable DiseaseChildren often suffer from minor ailments, most of which are not serious and disappear within a few days. Sometimes, however a symptom might indicate a more serious problem. The following section’s aim is to help parents decide whether a child’s symptoms require medical assessments and, if so, the urgency with which a diagnosis should be sought.FEVER - Temperature of 38.5 degrees Celsius (101.3 degrees Fahrenheit) or higher; especially if other symptoms such as vomiting, sore throat, diarrhea, headache, stiff neck or undiagnosed rash are present. RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS - Difficulty or rapid breathing or severe coughing. Child makes a high pitched croupy or whooping sound after he/she coughs. A child is unable to lie comfortably due to continuous cough. VOMITING - Two or more episodes of vomiting within the previous 24 hours. DIARRHEA - An increased number of abnormally loose stools in the previous 24 hours or three or more loose stools per day without obvious dietary, drug or medical cause. Child shows other symptoms such as fear, abdominal pain or vomiting and/or foul smelling stools. EYE/NOSE DRAINAGE - Thick mucus or pus draining from the eye or nose. SORE THROAT - Sore throat especially when other symptoms such as fever or visibly swollen glands in the neck are present. SKIN PROBLEMS - Rashes which are undiagnosed or contagious. ITCHING - Persistent itching (o scratching) of body or scalp. APPEARANCE/BEHAVIOR - Child looks or acts differently; unusually tired, pale, lacking appetite, confused, irritable or difficult to awake UNUSUAL COLOR - Eyes or skin: yellow (jaundice) Stool: grey or white urine: dark, tea colored. PERIODS OF EXCLUSION: DISEASE - CHILDREN WITH A DISEASE SHOULD REMAIN AT HOME AND AWAY FROM OTHERS CHICKEN POX - Until chicken pox have become dry and scabbed over. DIARRHEA - Until 24 hours after diarrhea stops. IMPETIGO - Until an antibiotic prescribed by a doctor has been taken for at least one full day. MEASLES - For at least 4 days after rash appears. RUBELLA (GERMAN MEASLES) - Until at least 7 days after rash appears. MUMPS - For at least 7 days after the swollen glands first appear. PINK EYE, BACTERIAL CONJUNCTIVITIS - Until antibiotic treatment has been taken for one full day. RINGWORM - Until treatment has started. SCARLET FEVER - Until antibiotic treatment has been taken for one full day. STREP THROAT - Until antibiotic treatment has been taken for one full day. WHOOPING COUGH(PERTUSSIS) - Until antibiotic treatment has been taken for at least 5 days. If no treatment is given, from 3 weeks from when coughing began. THRUSH (CANDIDA) - Until antibiotic treatment has been taken and the signs and symptoms disappear. HAND FOOT & MOUTH - Until fever and or blisters in mouth and on buttocks disappear. ROSEOLA - Until signs and symptoms subside. FIFTH’S DISEASE (SLAP CHEEK) - Until fever is reduced. Suffers are unlikely to be infectious after the rash appears, but it is safest to keep your child away from anyone who might be pregnant. LICE - Until one course of treatment is complete. If any of these symptoms are noticed when a child arrives, it may be requested that the parent remove the child from the program location. A note from the family doctor may be requested before the child is allowed to return. If a child is showing other symptoms of ill health, the parent or guardian may be asked to provide a doctors note clarifying the child’s health. Children with diagnosed communicable diseases will be excluded. It is asked that if siblings attend the program and one is ill with a communicable disease that you not bring your ill child to the program when dropping off or picking up your other child. Although it is not possible to protect your child from every illness, the goal will be to reduce the possibility of further spread of communicable diseases. When a child becomes infected with a communicable disease a note will be posted explaining signs, symptoms, and treatment along with the number of confirmed cases. It is encouraged that parents ensure they are up to date with what is posted. Children are more susceptible to infectious diseases than adults because their immune systems have not yet built up resistance. Most childhood infections are not serious; a few can be dangerous. The communicable diseases listed in this section are the most common childhood diseases. Procedures for communicable diseases that are not listed in this section will be dealt with on an individual basis. Virus in CenterGeneral PracticesToxic MaterialsAll toxic materials will be stored out of reach of the childrenDiaperingParents must supply diapers, wipes and diaper cream.Storage of dirty diapers Diapers are thrown into garbage out of reach of children.Electrical OutletsOutlets will be protected by outlet guards when not in useRest EquipmentBeds will be disinfected weekly. Blankets will be stored with individual beds, and washed weekly or more frequently if needed.Food and NutritionInfantsParents must provide all food and beverage items for their children as well as a feeding schedule. All items must be clearly labeled with your child’s name. Introduction to table food items from the menu will be implemented once given the permission from parentsToddler and Older ChildrenMeals and snacks will be provided. The children may be involved in preparation of some items as part of nutritional education. If your child has any allergies or other dietary restrictions, please inform me and also indicate these on the medical form.MenuMenus list foods served for snacks and lunches. They are prepared and posted for parents to view. Copies are kept on file and are available for parental use.Special DietsSpecial dietary restrictions for medical or religious reasons will be observed. With sufficient notice it will be attempted to accommodate requests for special diets. Parents may be required to provide the necessary food.Food ServiceCaution will be exercised when the following foods are served, as they can lodge or stick in the airway.Dental HygieneParents are encouraged to supply, and replace when necessary, toothbrushes for their children. Toothbrushes must be labeled and will be stored individually. Children, will brush their teeth after lunch. Toothbrushes are stored individually away from sinks, toilets and diapering surfaces. Siblings must have their own toothbrushes. Sun ScreenSun screen will be provided for the children. The sun screen used contains a minimum SPF of 30 and will be applied at appropriate times. It is requested that you apply sun screen to your children before coming to program and it will be reapplied after water play and/or sleep. |