Family Handbook - Home Based

Heavenly Made Creations, LLC

Family Child Care

Parent Handbook

Heavenly Made Creations, LLC.

Family Childcare

Family Handbook

2017-2018 School Year

Laverne Cheeseboro

7309 W. Passyunk Ave.

Philadelphia, PA. 19142

215-365-8451

www.heavenlymadecreations.com

Monday through Friday 6AM-6PM

Providing care for ages 12 weeks to 5 years old

PHL Pre-K for ages 3 & 4

Full Time Care/Part Time Care

Pick up and Drop off Service within 1 mile

Breakfast, lunch, and snack served

Reasonable rates

CCIS Accepted

Revised August 10, 2017

WELCOME

Dear Family,

Welcome to Heavenly Made Creations, LLC Family Childcare. It is our vision to provide your child a happy home environment and a safe fun early childhood development program where your child can learn, grow, and develop. We strive for Excellence and Quality. We value your trust as you place your child in our care. Heavenly Made Creations, LLC is a Family home child care where family, staff, and I are a team that work together to assure each child excellent quality care and education. It is our mission to give our families excellent quality care and a piece of mind.

While it is our goal to teach and care for your children, it is also our goal to build relationship with our parents to develop comfort and become a part of the village in the childhood development for your child. Heavenly Made Creations, LLC provide age appropriate curriculum and activities to promote growth and development. We teach children how to develop respect for the world they live in. We teach positive conflict resolution. We teach confidence and self-esteem through encouragement, inspiration, and affirmations.

My background and continued training and professional development gives me the foundation to fulfill my vision, mission and goals including more than ten years of experience with children, seven years of family child care experience, more than one hundred credits towards a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, and a level four Keystone Stars participant. My staff is educated and trained to assist me with providing the needs of every child placed in our care. It is an honor to be the place you decided to receive care and education for your child. You will be glad you did!

Thank you for choosing Heavenly Made Creations, LLC family childcare. We look forward to providing your child with a caring and enriching environment.

Sincerely,

Laverne Cheeseboro

215-365-8451

Heavenly Made Creations, LLC.

Curriculum and Assessment Statement

Heavenly Made Creations, LLC Family Child Care use Funshine Express Curriculum. We use age appropriate activities from Funshine Express with the children at Heavenly Made Creations. Funshine Express curriculum is structured and aligned with the Pennsylvania Learning Standards. We believe that play is the most important work of young children. We are always changing and updating toys and equipment, as well as art supplies. At Heavenly Made Creations, we feel that the adults are facilitators of play, providing an interesting room arrangement, choice of centers and enticing projects. We help guide the children in appropriate interaction with others. Courtesy and cooperation are stressed.

Young children enjoy routine because it makes them feel secure in knowing what to expect next. We also like to be flexible and spontaneous while still following a general structure. The infants, toddlers, and preschoolers have a circle time where we greet the children, play games, sing songs, and tell stories. We have an atmosphere where children are encouraged to speak up and talk about the variety of subjects, thus using their language skills and developing self confidence in group setting. We have play areas, clearly defined, as well as learning areas.

As part of this curriculum, we gather information about each child’s developmental abilities and evaluate progress so we can modify and adjust what we are doing in our classroom to deliver the best individualized instruction for each child. This evaluation is communicated to families periodically during the school year using various formal and informal tools, forms, and resources.

For information about your child’s day, please see copies of daily schedules and lessons plans posted in each classroom.

Table of Contents

Curriculum and Assessment Statement iv

Philosophy 1

Mission 1

OUR VISION 1

Inclusion 1

Non-Discrimination 2

Confidentiality 2

Certification 2

Definition of Family 2

Hours of Operation 2

Heavenly Made Creations Staff 2

Emergency Substitute Provider 3

Holidays 3

Admission & Enrollment 3

Waiting List 4

Adjustment/Trial Period 4

My Qualifications 4

Communication & Family Partnership 4

Learning Environment 5

Outings & Field Trips 5

Television Time 5

Electronic Media 6

Multiculturalism 6

Celebrations 6

Rest Time 6

Toilet Training 6

Guidance 7

General Procedure 7

Challenging Behavior 7

Expulsion Policy 7

Tuition and Fees 8

Tuition 8

Late Pick-up Fees 8

Special Activity Fees 8

Late Tuition Payments 8

Payment options 9

Attendance & Withdrawal 9

Absence 9

Withdrawals 10

Closing Due to Extreme Weather or Emergency 10

Drop-off and Pick-up 10

General Procedure 10

Use of Cell Phones 11

Authorized & Unauthorized Pick-up 11

Right to Refuse Child Release 11

Cubbies 12

Electronic Devices and Toys from Home 12

Nutrition 12

Foods Brought from Home 12

Food Allergies 12

Meal Time 13

Infant Feedings 13

Toddler Feedings 13

Immunizations 14

Illness 14

Allergy Prevention 15

Medications 15

Communicable Diseases 16

Safety 16

Home Safety 16

Clothing 17

Weather and Outdoor Play 17

Injuries 17

Biting 18

Pets/Animals 18

Respectful Behavior 18

Smoking 18

Prohibited Substances 18

Dangerous Weapons 19

Child Custody 19

Suspected Child Abuse 19

Emergencies 19

Lost or Missing Child 19

Fire Safety and Power Outage 20

Supervision of Children 20

Referrals 20

Family Activities 20

Tuition Payments 21

Philosophy

Heavenly Made Creations, LLC family child care & Pre K will provide your child with a safe, homelike environment providing Excellent Quality care to assure growth and development. Here at Heavenly Made Creations all children are welcome, we believe that children of all ability levels are entitled to the same opportunities for participation, acceptance and belonging in child care. We will make every safe and reasonable accommodation to encourage full and active participation of all children in our program based on their individual capabilities and needs. We believe children should have fun! At Heavenly Made Creations, LLC we assure that children learn by play, positive speaking by affirmations, and values and principles by Christian concepts. These carefree years are so short, and soon the children will be exposed to a much more structured form of learning. Many activities that will take place which help promote basic skills (letter & number recognition, color & shape recognition, large motor skills, small motor skills, etc.), all in a small structured but flexible setting. Our goal is to guide children to become creative independent thinkers and develop in social, emotional, cognitive, and physical building knowledge through all five of their senses. We take pride in quality! We excel in Excellence! We Make Children Successful in a Changing World!

Heavenly Made Creations is currently a Pennsylvania Keystone Star 4 facility.

Mission

At Heavenly Made Creations, our mission is to provide children a happy home environment and a safe, fun early childhood development program. It is our priority to provide families with high quality childcare and peace of mind. We are sharing a piece of heaven here on earth.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to teach children the skills they need to go out in a changing world and succeed. We exhibit commitment, respect, professionalism, and integrity as we guide and assist families in the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development of their children, and to uplift and inspire them to build their confidence and self-esteem. To teach empathy and help children identify their gifts as an individual and a citizen of this world.

Inclusion

We believe that children of all ability levels are entitled to the same opportunities for participation, acceptance and belonging in child care. We will make every reasonable accommodation to encourage full and active participation of all children in our program based on their individual capabilities and needs.

Non-Discrimination

Equal educational opportunities are available for all children, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or parent/provider political beliefs, marital status, sexual orientation or special needs, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Educational programs are designed to meet the varying needs of all students.

Confidentiality

Unless we receive your written consent, information regarding your child will not be released except for that required by regulatory and partnering agencies. All records concerning children at my program are confidential.

Certification

Family Child Day Care Home Certificate of Registration

Pennsylvania Keystone Star 4 Rating

Definition of Family

In this handbook when I use the term family, I am referring to a parent, legal guardian, sponsor or anyone else who provides for the well-being, best-interest and responsibility of your child in our care.

Hours of Operation

Child care services is provided Monday through Friday 6AM-6PM 10 hours daily for your child.

Pre-K is provided Monday through Friday 8:30AM-2:30PM before and after care is available if needed for a fee (See our Rates)

Heavenly Made Creations Staff

Heavenly Made Creations is a family business where husband (Derrick Cheeseboro), wife (Laverne Cheeseboro), and two sons (Lamar and Umar Payne) work together to provide excellent quality care. Additional staff is hired as needed. Parents will be notified and introduced to any new staff employed with Heavenly Made Creations, LLC. All staff of Heavenly Made Creations, LLC has all background clearances, CPR and first aid certified, a cleared staff health assessment, mandated reporters, health and safety training, and takes professional development annually.

Emergency Substitute Provider

There may be situations where Heavenly Made Creations, LLC may have to close. Parents will be notified as soon as possible in this event. In most cases there will be a substitute to continue care for the day. If I cannot secure a qualified substitute during an emergency, you or your emergency contact will be asked to pick up your child (ren) and the

program will close for the entire or remainder of the day. Should this need arise, you or your emergency contact shall pick up their children within one hour of receiving the call.

I will provide my emergency substitute provider with a brief orientation that will include the names and ages of children present, arrival and departure information for each child including the names of people authorized to pick up your child, the location of the children’s files including emergency contact information, consent for emergency medical treatment and any special health care needs. The emergency substitute provider will have appropriate credentials and clearances. Names of approved substitutes will be provided to you and a list will be posted on the bulletin board.

Holidays

Heavenly Made Creations, LLC is closed on holidays and observance days:

New Year’s Day (day after) Martin Luther King birthday President’s day Good Friday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Black Friday Christmas (day after)

There will be early closings on:

Thanksgiving Eve Christmas Eve New Year’s Eve

Admission & Enrollment

There is an enrollment registration fee of $25 per child to secure your child(ren) slot upon enrollment and every September for reenrollment. An enrollment fee holds your child’s spot for one week. For one day drop off enrollment, tuition is due the morning your child arrives. ALL ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT FORMS ARE DUE BEFORE THE START DATE, NO EXCEPTIONS, a 7-day time frame will be granted for the child health report when needed. After day 7 your child will not be allowed to attend until the form is submitted. Tuition is due on the first morning your child starts and Monday morning at arrival thereafter. We may request references during the enrollment process. Based on the availability and openings, this program admits children from 12 weeks to 5 years of age.

Our process for introducing children to my program is: We suggest children come in to visit prior to their start date to see if they are comfortable.

Waiting List

Children will be enrolled from the waiting list in the order from which they are listed. A family with a child already enrolled in this program will be given priority.

Adjustment/Trial Period

Our program is a fun and exciting place for children to experience and learn about their world and make new friends. But it does take time for a child to adjust to a new child care setting. We will try to make the adjustment easier by encouraging your children to discuss feelings, providing extra attention and support, participating in role-playing and reassuring them of their family’s return.

A two-week adjustment period begins at your child’s first day in my care. During this time, the family can decide to terminate the signed contract without penalty.

My Qualifications

As CEO, Owner, and Provider I have 9 years of experience in the child care industry and I meet the Pennsylvania state requirements and qualifications. I also have an Associate’s degree in Medical Office Management and a Certified Nurse Assistant.

I am completing my bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. I participate in ongoing training and professional development in the areas of child growth and development, healthy and safe environments, developmentally appropriate practices, guidance, family relationships, cultural and individual diversity, and professionalism.

Staff / Assistant / Substitute Qualifications.

Any Staff, Assistants, or Substitutes that are employed will have appropriate qualifications in the child care industry and will meet or exceed the state requirements. A list of qualified staff, assistants, and substitutes will be provided to you and available on the bulletin board.

Communication & Family Partnership

Daily Communications.

We will keep you informed about your child’s activities and with daily reports. They will be provided verbally, manually, or through and Bright Wheel, an app you can sign up to. Notes will be placed in your child’s cubby or handed to you at pick up at the end of each day. Please be sure to check your child’s cubby for notifications.