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Do you provide care for infants? We do not provide infant care.
How long is the waiting list and what is the expected turnover time? At times we do have an extended waiting list. However,
parents tend to find alternative childcare and if a vacancy becomes available are more likely to keep them in the childcare they have
secured.
What is the total capacity in terms of number of children you will accept? 8
What are your hours? 7:00 - 5:30 Monday through Friday
Are you licensed? If so, for how long? I have been a licensed provider for 14 years.
What is your vacation and illness policy? Paid 2 weeks vacation, parents will receive at least 2 months notice of
these dates. If your child will be missing days at daycare because of illness you are still required to pay for care as well
as days missed during your vacation.
What are your fees?
Please contact us for fee information.
Are there sliding fees, scholarships, and/or multi-child discounts? No
Are you a member of the food program (federally funded child care food program-CCFP)? Yes. I am a member of the Metropolitan
Development Council Food Program who monitors the daycare several times a year.
What training or experience do you have? I have 387.5 STARS hours.
Specific classes that I have taken:
What is STARS? Licensed child care providers in Washington state are required to complete a 20-hour basic training. They are also
required to complete 10 hours of training annually. The Washington State Training and Registry System (STARS) is a career
development and training system for individuals who work in child care, early education, and school-age care.
Do you offer drop-in daily and/or hourly rates? No
What is the philosophy of the home? Our goal is to foster in your child a love of learning.
Do you charge for sick days or when the child is on vacation? Yes
Do you close for holidays and if so which ones? We close for all major holidays and several days for conferences and maintenance. These
dates can be provided to you upon request.
What is the policy on sick children? Each child will be observed daily for illness. If your child becomes ill during the day you will be
notified and must have your child picked up immediately. We will isolate your child from the other children in a separate room with
books and toys to await your arrival. Your child will not be allowed in daycare if they have they have a temperature of 101 degrees or
higher, intestinal disturbances accompanied by diarrhea or vomiting, sores or discharge from the ears, eyes or nose, conjunctivitis, rash.
In some cases a child may not have a fever but is physically and mentally unable to participate in daily daycare activities in such
situations you will be contacted and expected to pick up your child from daycare.
When are the fees due? Beginning of each week.
Is there a charge if you pick your child up late? I charge a $2.00 per minute late fee after 5:30 .
How much notice is required for your child to leave the facility? 2 weeks notice is required.
Does the facility accept government subsidies? WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING DSHS ENROLLMENT AT THIS TIME.
Does the facility provide receipts for income tax credits? Yes
Describe how you deal with parent/child separation, particularly in cases of separation anxiety.
Leaving mom or dad is can be an emotional experience for young children. Generally we feel that parents know their child best and allow
them to separate in a manner that is comfortable to both parent and child. In situations where separation anxiety is heightened I will set
out a series of age appropriate manipulatives that might interest the child to aid in the transition.
What will I be expected to provide? Diapers, wipes, lotion if your child has sensitive skin, diapering cream, sunscreen, pain relievers, at
least 2 changes of weather appropriate clothing, 1 warm motion friendly jacket during cold months, puddle stomping boots during the wet
months, water socks during the summer.
What type of diapers would you prefer? Diapers are your choice.
Can I use cloth? Yes. Dirty diapers will be sent home with you daily and cleans ones will be required before your child may attend daycare
the next day.
Describe how you discipline? Please see our Philosophy page.
Describe how you handle toilet training.
We watch for signs that a child is ready to begin potty training. Parents have been know to encourage their children by displaying a potty
in the home, reading books on potty training, and talking about the process. At daycare if a child is ready to potty train we begin the
process by teaching them how to wash their hands on their own, then we follow by teaching them how to put on and take off their clothes
including shoes. Teaching children these self-care skills builds confidence and helps prepare them for the potty training. Then we pick a
week to begin the potty training process and try to proceed with as little pressure as possible. We take the child to the potty frequently
and give them praise when they are successful and show them how to clean up their messes when they are not. No negative comments
allowed. Usually the children have success by the end of the week if not we break for a brief respite and try again.
Describe organized activities you provide for children. Please see our Curriculum page.
Tell me about yourself. How did you decide to become a provider? I became a childcare provider when my son's providers (an absolutely
couple we love very much) decided to end their 13+ years of service to children.
What do you like most about being a provider? Children change your perspective and enlighten you in so many ways. They teach you to
be accepting of all types of personalities including your own.
How long do you plan to be one? Childcare is career choice for me and I plan on staying in service to children and families until my I reach
retirement age.
Can you describe what a typical day might be like for my child? Breakfast, clean up, basic skills review, art project, outside play, snack
time, clean up, story time, music play, manipulatives, Woven Word, outside play, lunch time, clean up, nap time, wake up, snack time,
story time, free play, pick up time.
Are you affiliated with a hospital? No
What is the procedure for contacting you? If possible please contact me via e-mail to minimize disruptions to our day, if that is not
possible then feel free to contact me via telephone. Please do not be offended if I may have to call you back at a later time.
Do you have infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training? Yes
Are children ever transported in a vehicle while in your care? Yes.
Can parents "drop in" for a visit? Yes (please try not to stop by during nap time parents are not permitted to nap with their child).
Are parents encouraged to volunteer and participate in daycare activities? Yes
Do you go on any field trips? No
Is there limited access to television? Yes.
Do you or any of the staff speak a language in addition to English? No
Do you provide transportation from the center to home or from the center to school? No
Are meals included in the price? Yes
If so which ones? Breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack. Sometimes child who are on a growth spurt may require
additional substance and that will be provided.
Can you accommodate special diets (e.g. vegan, certain food allergies)? Yes. However if your child is required to eat organic foods or
speciality foods you will be charged an additional fee.
Describe the feedback I will receive about my child at the end of the day. If the day allows you will receive an e-mail listing the foods your
child has been offered at mealtimes and the activities they participated in.
What types of records do you maintain concerning my child’s behavior? Your child's behavior is observed daily and any patterns of
unusual, disruptive, or negative behavior will be brought to your attention. It has been my experience that negative behavior is
frequently the result of physical pain (teething, growing, ear infections), impending illness, poor nutrition, lack of sleep,and food
allergies. If the behavior is disruptive I will contact you and ask if any of the above may be the cause. Then I will respond accordingly.
What is your snow day policy? As long as we have power & water daycare will be open. You are required to bring weather appropriate
clothing such as a snowsuit, mittens or gloves, snow boots, hat, chap stick. My snow policy is that we play in it all day.
How long is the waiting list and what is the expected turnover time? At times we do have an extended waiting list. However,
parents tend to find alternative childcare and if a vacancy becomes available are more likely to keep them in the childcare they have
secured.
What is the total capacity in terms of number of children you will accept? 8
What are your hours? 7:00 - 5:30 Monday through Friday
Are you licensed? If so, for how long? I have been a licensed provider for 14 years.
What is your vacation and illness policy? Paid 2 weeks vacation, parents will receive at least 2 months notice of
these dates. If your child will be missing days at daycare because of illness you are still required to pay for care as well
as days missed during your vacation.
What are your fees?
Please contact us for fee information.
Are there sliding fees, scholarships, and/or multi-child discounts? No
Are you a member of the food program (federally funded child care food program-CCFP)? Yes. I am a member of the Metropolitan
Development Council Food Program who monitors the daycare several times a year.
What training or experience do you have? I have 387.5 STARS hours.
Specific classes that I have taken:
- Healthy Children in Daycare
- Planning the Young Child's Learning Environment
- Art for Young Children
- Music, Moving & Multicultural Fun
- Safe Scents for Healthier Families
- Gateways to Early Literacy
- Love & Logic
- Find Your Voice for Children
- Food Science Health & Nutrition
- Woven Word
- Woven Word in Action
- Survey of Special Education and Early Intervention
- Learning from the Past and Hope for the Future
- Cultivating Creativity Through Content
- Human Development
- Daycare Business and Tax
- Washington State Early Learning and Developmental Benchmarks
- Family Systems and Interactions
- Development in Context
- Emilio Reggio Inspired Observation and Documentation Approaches
- Student Built Curriculum - Reggio Project
- Learning and Guidance in Early Childhood
- Middle Childhood and School Age
What is STARS? Licensed child care providers in Washington state are required to complete a 20-hour basic training. They are also
required to complete 10 hours of training annually. The Washington State Training and Registry System (STARS) is a career
development and training system for individuals who work in child care, early education, and school-age care.
Do you offer drop-in daily and/or hourly rates? No
What is the philosophy of the home? Our goal is to foster in your child a love of learning.
Do you charge for sick days or when the child is on vacation? Yes
Do you close for holidays and if so which ones? We close for all major holidays and several days for conferences and maintenance. These
dates can be provided to you upon request.
What is the policy on sick children? Each child will be observed daily for illness. If your child becomes ill during the day you will be
notified and must have your child picked up immediately. We will isolate your child from the other children in a separate room with
books and toys to await your arrival. Your child will not be allowed in daycare if they have they have a temperature of 101 degrees or
higher, intestinal disturbances accompanied by diarrhea or vomiting, sores or discharge from the ears, eyes or nose, conjunctivitis, rash.
In some cases a child may not have a fever but is physically and mentally unable to participate in daily daycare activities in such
situations you will be contacted and expected to pick up your child from daycare.
When are the fees due? Beginning of each week.
Is there a charge if you pick your child up late? I charge a $2.00 per minute late fee after 5:30 .
How much notice is required for your child to leave the facility? 2 weeks notice is required.
Does the facility accept government subsidies? WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING DSHS ENROLLMENT AT THIS TIME.
Does the facility provide receipts for income tax credits? Yes
Describe how you deal with parent/child separation, particularly in cases of separation anxiety.
Leaving mom or dad is can be an emotional experience for young children. Generally we feel that parents know their child best and allow
them to separate in a manner that is comfortable to both parent and child. In situations where separation anxiety is heightened I will set
out a series of age appropriate manipulatives that might interest the child to aid in the transition.
What will I be expected to provide? Diapers, wipes, lotion if your child has sensitive skin, diapering cream, sunscreen, pain relievers, at
least 2 changes of weather appropriate clothing, 1 warm motion friendly jacket during cold months, puddle stomping boots during the wet
months, water socks during the summer.
What type of diapers would you prefer? Diapers are your choice.
Can I use cloth? Yes. Dirty diapers will be sent home with you daily and cleans ones will be required before your child may attend daycare
the next day.
Describe how you discipline? Please see our Philosophy page.
Describe how you handle toilet training.
We watch for signs that a child is ready to begin potty training. Parents have been know to encourage their children by displaying a potty
in the home, reading books on potty training, and talking about the process. At daycare if a child is ready to potty train we begin the
process by teaching them how to wash their hands on their own, then we follow by teaching them how to put on and take off their clothes
including shoes. Teaching children these self-care skills builds confidence and helps prepare them for the potty training. Then we pick a
week to begin the potty training process and try to proceed with as little pressure as possible. We take the child to the potty frequently
and give them praise when they are successful and show them how to clean up their messes when they are not. No negative comments
allowed. Usually the children have success by the end of the week if not we break for a brief respite and try again.
Describe organized activities you provide for children. Please see our Curriculum page.
Tell me about yourself. How did you decide to become a provider? I became a childcare provider when my son's providers (an absolutely
couple we love very much) decided to end their 13+ years of service to children.
What do you like most about being a provider? Children change your perspective and enlighten you in so many ways. They teach you to
be accepting of all types of personalities including your own.
How long do you plan to be one? Childcare is career choice for me and I plan on staying in service to children and families until my I reach
retirement age.
Can you describe what a typical day might be like for my child? Breakfast, clean up, basic skills review, art project, outside play, snack
time, clean up, story time, music play, manipulatives, Woven Word, outside play, lunch time, clean up, nap time, wake up, snack time,
story time, free play, pick up time.
Are you affiliated with a hospital? No
What is the procedure for contacting you? If possible please contact me via e-mail to minimize disruptions to our day, if that is not
possible then feel free to contact me via telephone. Please do not be offended if I may have to call you back at a later time.
Do you have infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training? Yes
Are children ever transported in a vehicle while in your care? Yes.
Can parents "drop in" for a visit? Yes (please try not to stop by during nap time parents are not permitted to nap with their child).
Are parents encouraged to volunteer and participate in daycare activities? Yes
Do you go on any field trips? No
Is there limited access to television? Yes.
Do you or any of the staff speak a language in addition to English? No
Do you provide transportation from the center to home or from the center to school? No
Are meals included in the price? Yes
If so which ones? Breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack. Sometimes child who are on a growth spurt may require
additional substance and that will be provided.
Can you accommodate special diets (e.g. vegan, certain food allergies)? Yes. However if your child is required to eat organic foods or
speciality foods you will be charged an additional fee.
Describe the feedback I will receive about my child at the end of the day. If the day allows you will receive an e-mail listing the foods your
child has been offered at mealtimes and the activities they participated in.
What types of records do you maintain concerning my child’s behavior? Your child's behavior is observed daily and any patterns of
unusual, disruptive, or negative behavior will be brought to your attention. It has been my experience that negative behavior is
frequently the result of physical pain (teething, growing, ear infections), impending illness, poor nutrition, lack of sleep,and food
allergies. If the behavior is disruptive I will contact you and ask if any of the above may be the cause. Then I will respond accordingly.
What is your snow day policy? As long as we have power & water daycare will be open. You are required to bring weather appropriate
clothing such as a snowsuit, mittens or gloves, snow boots, hat, chap stick. My snow policy is that we play in it all day.
Where is your phone number? While I am happy to speak directly with you
via the telephone it is often difficult to have such conversations while caring for
number so that I may contact you at a time that minimizes disruptions to our day.
Where exactly are you located? In the past we listed our physical address on
the website and gave it out upon request, unfortunately we had an excessive
number of people driving by very slowly in their cars trying to catch a glimpse of
our daycare. This may seem harmless but it in fact it made both the children and
I uncomfortable. Now interested parties will not receive our exact physical
location until they are ready to schedule an appointment.
via the telephone it is often difficult to have such conversations while caring for
number so that I may contact you at a time that minimizes disruptions to our day.
Where exactly are you located? In the past we listed our physical address on
the website and gave it out upon request, unfortunately we had an excessive
number of people driving by very slowly in their cars trying to catch a glimpse of
our daycare. This may seem harmless but it in fact it made both the children and
I uncomfortable. Now interested parties will not receive our exact physical
location until they are ready to schedule an appointment.