Toileting and Handwashing Policy
Hands will be washed using unscented and uncolored soap each time that the children arrive at the home, before eating, after playing outdoors and
Emergency Contact Information Policy
I require each child to have emergency contact information available. In the event your child is unwell or otherwise needs to be sent home,
Child Abuse Reporting Policy
In the event of suspected child abuse, either emotional, physical, sexual or neglect, these are the steps that will
Administration of Medication Policy
I will administer prescription medication as per the permission form signed and filled out by the parents. The medicine will be appropriately stored in
Immunization Records
A copy of the child’s immunization record must accompany the registration form and contract.
Probationary Period
The first month of care is considered probationary, during which either the parent or the childcare provider may decide to terminate care. After the
Orientation and Gradual Entry
It is very important that you and your child feel comfortable at the childcare. It takes time to build trust in a new and
Holidays & Important Dates
Holidays: Mountain Kids Childcare will be closed on all statutory holidays and closed for 1 week at Christmas, 1 week over Spring Break, and
Outdoor Clothing
Children at Mountain Kids Childcare will play outdoors at least once every day except in extreme wind, snow or
Dress Code
In the interest of providing an environment that supports your young child's development and growing imagination, please follow this dress code to the
Withdrawal / Termination
At least one month written notice is required for withdrawal of your child from Mountain Kids Childcare. If withdrawal is immediate, parents are responsible
Illness & Health
Mountain Kids Childcare is structured to include procedures for management of illness and exclusion of children from care to protect the general health
Emergency Plan – Fire Safety, Life Safety
When in local, outdoor learning environments we will have unique, joyful adventures. These adventures will have risks associated with them. Potential emergencies are
Behaviour & Guidance
Mountain Kids Childcare is a safe and secure place for all children, where everyone is respected. Positive guidance strategies encourage self-guidance and are
Active Play and Screen Time
There will be very limited television screen time given to children at Mountain Kids Childcare – thirty minutes per day maximum. Each day
Care & Supervision
At Mountain Kids Childcare I want the children to reach their highest potential and take my role of providing supervision seriously. Supervision is
Food & Drink
On Mondays and Fridays all food is supplied. On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays morning snacks, lunches and afternoon snacks must be provided by
Safe Release of Children
To ensure the safety of all children, Mountain Kids Childcare will only release a child to their parent or to an authorized person