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KIDS DAY OUT
PRESCHOOL
A PLACE WHERE KIDS COME PLAY AND LEARN
AND PARENTS GET THE BREAK THEY’VE EARNED
Round
(512) 246-2727
We're located across from Brushy Creek Elementary.
Please contact Kristi Brown or Lou Krey to sign up today!
We accept
children 18 months to 5 years of age. Our philosophy at “Kids Day Out
Preschool” is to provide a program of fun and positive learning for your child.
Our goal is to provide an environment that nurtures the social, physical,
emotional and intellectual growth of our children. Beyond our learning
environment, our culture at Kids Day Out requires honesty, kindness
& tolerance. We proudly use the
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KIDS DAY OUT CLASSROOMS
18 month - Two Year Olds
A first time experience in a school’s setting where a regular schedule is honored with age-appropriate materials and experiences. Much care is taken with early toileting and hygiene while an intimate group gathers for early exposure to many interest areas. It is believed that much is learned by the imitation of others within this early grouping. This can have early benefits in the classroom even when early speech is not evident.
Three Year Olds
Increased use of blocks, small manipulatives and art materials is stressed as threes have moved beyond toileting/separation issues. The threes are now more self-sufficient in terms of physical needs. Outdoor play and expressions are a favorite as threes are becoming aware of their roles with and among other children.
Four Year Olds
This is viewed as a year of social learning and adjustment wherein the child is being prepared for the essential work habits and listening skills that lie ahead. It is believed that a child who has socialized comfortably will be a better learner. Varying levels of development are met through exposure to a wide range of materials including early calendar awareness, hands on math, early letters and sounds. All of this is explored in a setting of exploration and discovery rather than by a teacher-dominated lecture form of instruction.
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CLASSROOM INTEREST CENTERS
Social Development: Games, home center, snack time, blocks and floor play.
Music: Instruments, tape player, record player, regular and spontaneous songs.
Arts and Crafts: An easel that is regularly maintained for paints or drawing. In addition, various art materials that are always available each day for free expression. If there is a planned project, there is also free art available.
Pre-Academics: Small manipulatives (muscular) puzzles, beads, blocks, Lego, stacking toys and any activities that encourage sequencing and likeness and differences (requires visual matching). Fantasy/social, Fisher Price toys, small figures (non muscular) and problem solution and life situation toys.
Language Arts: Alphabet activities, literature and listening centers with tapes.
Math: Pegboards, counting activities, sorting and categorizing activities, money identification, measuring and pouring activities and geometric shapes for identifying and matching.
Science: Hands on natural materials, sensory tables, magnifying glass, magnets, microscope, seed plantings, plant care, body-awareness, eating habits and food types.
Social Studies: Flags, globe, simple map awareness, ethnic awareness within the classroom, and people’s jobs.
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Program Hours:
Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- We closely follow the Round
Rock ISD calendar September through May regarding holidays and bad weather
day school closings.
- We also have two summer
sessions – June & July.
Tuition:
2 days per week (Tuesday and Thursday): $180/month
3 days per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday): $255/month
5 days
per week (Monday-Friday):
$400/month
Non-refundable Registration/Application Fee:
September 2008 –> May 2009 = $50
June
2008 = $12.50
July 2008 = $12.50
Non-refundable Supply Fee:
September 2008 –> May 2009 = $75
June
2008 = $12.50
July 2008 = $12.50
- Summer sessions will be available – Existing students will have priority. Call to get signed up!
- Please provide a 30 day written
notice if withdrawing your child from the program.
- Closed during August
- No pro-rated tuition
Tuition is due before the 7th of the month. Full payment is due each month. A late charge of $20 will be assessed after the 7th of the month. Absence from class shall cause no exception in the amount due. Days cannot be made up or exchanged. A tuition box will be available and checks should be made out to Kids Day Out Preschool. Please record check information on the accompanying payment sheet before placing the check in the box.
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The following forms must be completed and filed with Kids Day Out Preschool before a child can participate in our program.
CONTACT US to get copies of these.
1. Enrollment form
2. Good health statement
3. A copy of updated immunization record
4. Kids Day Out Preschool Policy Statement of Understanding
5. Discipline and Guidance Policy
6. Authorization for Emergency Medical Care
7. Allergy Alert
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Snacks:
Please provide your child with a snack and a drink. Please label both items with their name.
Lunch:
You are responsible for providing your child’s lunch and drink. Please label the lunch box and drink with your child’s name. Please send lunches that are simple and will allow your child to manage his/her lunch on her own. If necessary, please cut up appropriate foods to avoid choking. Kids Day Out Preschool is not required for meeting nutritional guidelines because the parents provide the child’s lunch.
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Potty Training:
All children in the 3 year old classes and older must be potty-trained. Until we are at full capacity, exceptions to this policy may be made.
Clothing Policy:
We encourage parents to send the child in practical, easy to manage clothes. Please send an extra set of clothes just in case of accidents. Please include 3 diapers a day with their name on the diapers.
Outside Play:
Children
will be taken outside every day, weather permitting. Please dress your
child appropriately so he/she will be comfortable when going outside to play.
Visitation Policy – Kids Day Out Preschool has an
open door policy. We encourage the parents to visit the school anytime.
Policy Changes at Kids Day Out Preschool – Parents will be notified of changes regarding our policies in writing, and will be distributed and placed in your child’s bag/backpack.
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Health Policy
Kids Day Out Preschool health policies are developed from guidelines set by the State Department of Protective and Regulatory Services. Your child is not admitted to school if he/she has any of the following symptoms:
* Cold (runny nose, green drainage, congestion)
* Fever (100.4 degrees or more)
* Reddened eyes with discharge or crusted eyelids
* Upset stomach (vomiting or diarrhea)
* Rash of any form (small pinpoint or large blisters)
* Head Lice
If your child has any of these symptoms, please wait 24 hours after symptoms have ceased before returning to school.
If your child becomes ill while at school, you will be called immediately, and your child will be separated from the other children. Any child with a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher will be sent home.
Upon having the following diseases, a child must have written consent from either a physician or the Health Department to return to school:
* Chicken Pox
* Measles
* Mumps
* Pneumonia
* Whooping Cough
Parents are expected to notify the office immediately should a child have an illness diagnosed by the doctor as a contagious disease.
In the event of an emergency situation, we will obtain medical care and then notify the parents or an emergency contact. If a child sustains a minor injury (ex: scraped knee or elbow), the teacher will inform the parents when the child is picked up.
Medication will not be administered to any student at Kids Day Out Preschool.
Testing for Vision and Hearing Screening:
The Special Senses and Communication Disorders Act requires that all schools show proof that vision and hearing tests have been performed this calendar year on students who are 4 years old.
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Discipline Policy:
Kids Day Out Preschool uses a positive approach to discipline by directing children toward age- appropriate behavior. Teachers help the children to develop self-discipline by:
* Using positive reinforcement of appropriate behavior choices
* Redirecting the child
* Using patience, love and understanding
* Setting clearly defined limits
* Talking about acceptable ways of handling situations as they arise
Since biting is a serious offense, we have a policy of sending home the child who bit. Each parent
will be notified of the incident.
Kids Day Out reserves the right to remove students from the program if inappropriate behavior can not
be corrected. We will document incidents as required by the state, have parent conferences, and make
every effort to correct the issues before dismissing the student from Kids Day Out Preschool.
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Volunteer Opportunities:
Please contact our Director if you want to volunteer at Kids Day Out Preschool. Background checks and a brief orientation are required before volunteering.
Director Conferences:
The director is available anytime from 8-2, Monday thru Friday. Feel free to make an appointment to meet with her regarding any issue or concern.
Arrival and Departure:
Your child’s arrival time is 8:55 to 9:05 a.m.; departure time is 12:55 to 1:05. There will be a late pick up fee of $2 per child per 5 minutes starting at 1:05. Children are released only to the parent and other individuals specifically listed in your child’s file. Anyone who is not recognized by the classroom teacher will be asked to show identification.
Birthday Celebrations:
It’s always nice to celebrate a birthday at snack time or lunch with a cupcake, cookie or a food of your child’s choice. Sugar Free is fun too! Please plan these observances in advance with your child’s teacher.
Emergency Drills:
Several practice drills will be staged throughout the year. Evacuation plans will be posted in each room. All staff members are trained in first aid.
Non-Discrimination:
Kids Day Out Preschool does not discriminate by race, color, national and ethnic origin.
Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services Manual:
A copy of the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers, TDPRS contact information and our most recent licensing inspection report is available upon request.
Important Phone Numbers and Websites:
Local PRS Licensing Office: 512-388-6200
PRS Website: http://www.tdprs.state.tx.us/
Child Abuse Hotline: 800-252-5400
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