Frequently Asked Questions
What is your schedule?
Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.Saturday-Sunday, Closed
Are you open even on regular school day closings?
We are open on snow days, holidays, and teacher in-service days.
Are you a true drop-in center?
Yes, you can drop your child any time the facility is open. Please call ahead to confirm.
How long do I have to drop my child?
The minimum time is one hour, so even if you drop your child off for 30 minutes, we will charge you for the whole hour.
What are your safety and health features?
- We are a nut-free facility.
- We do regular checks on infants sleeping in cots.
- We require closed-toe shoes for the added safety of the child.
- Our cots are always kept clear of any toys and additional bedding.
- We require updated health checkup information.
- Children will only be discharged to parents or legal guardians after the parents' approval.
- We do not accept children who have not been immunized (as per their age requirements).
- We have a 24-hour security surveillance system for our pickup and drop-off enclosure to ensure children are kept safe and secure.
- We implement the highest standards in diaper changing to ensure a clean environment.
- We ensure thorough hand washing.
Can we come and see the child anytime?
Yes, you may come and check on your child or call and check anytime. We strive to give you the utmost comfort.
How will I get updates on my child?
We use the Tadpoles system, which allows us to send updates to your email regularly.
Do you provide meals?
We provide morning, afternoon, and evening snacks at fixed times. If your child is here at that time, he/she will be provided with a snack. We require the meals to be provided from home and will serve them to the child as needed.
Do you have transportation?
No, we do not offer transportation services. You may have the school bus pick up and drop off your child at our facility.
Are you state-licensed?
Yes, we are licensed by the state of Pennsylvania.
What is your staff-child ratio?
We keep our ratios as required by the state. Keeping this ratio helps us address the children's individual needs to provide a better learning experience for them.
What programs do you have?
- Infant program
- Before- and after-school
- Toddler program
- Weekends
- 3-6
What elements make up your curriculum?
- A strong learning platform
- Social/personal interactions and growth
- Age-appropriate general knowledge
- Age-appropriate world affairs and current events
- Science
- Mathematics
- Arts, crafts, and other creative skills development
- Language and reading skills development
- Morning yoga and exercise for mind and body balance
Does part-time flexibility mean I can change my schedule every week?
Yes, but with a week's advance notice. We maintain a high-quality center and stand by our policy strictly. You must give a regular schedule when you start and then update the schedule in advance as needed so that we can staff appropriately and maintain ratios. Schedules must be provided to the director.
What should I bring with my child/children into the facility?
- Packed lunch or dinner as necessary
- Milk or other snacks that the child likes
- Two extra sets of clothing for change in case of spills, etc.
- Diapers or pull-ups if the child is an infant or not fully potty trained
- Wipes for children in diapers
- Milk bottles for infants and smaller toddlers
- Sippy cup for drinking water
Are you a nut-free facility?
Yes, we are a nut-free facility. Therefore, please be sensitive to the needs of all children and do not send in any food and drink items that may contain nuts, like peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, etc. Please label all the items brought from home by first and last name.