FAQs

  • What age groups do you accept?

    We accept children in the following age groups:

    • Infants: 3 months – 18 months
    • Toddlers: 18 months – 3 years
    • Preschool Age: 4 years and up

  • What are your operating hours?

    Our hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM.


    We follow the Plainfield Public School calendar for holidays and weather-related closures.

  • Do you offer full-time and part-time care?

    Yes.


    Full-time care: 4–5 days per week

    Part-time care: 2–3 days per week

  • Is there an enrollment fee?

    Yes. There is a $75 non-refundable enrollment fee required to secure your child’s spot.

  • When is tuition due?

    Tuition is due on the last day of your child’s week of care, at drop-off or pick-up.

  • What payment methods do you accept?

    We accept:

    • Cash
    • Check
    • Electronic payment (Venmo – includes a $3 processing fee)
    • Care4Kids

    A $25 late fee will be charged if payment is not received on time. Any non-sufficient fund check fees are the parent’s responsibility.

  • What happens if I pick up my child late?

    A late pickup fee of $2.00 per minute will be applied for children picked up after closing time.

  • What does a typical day look like?

    Our daily routine (age-adjusted) includes:

    • Quiet free play & breakfast from home
    • Morning circle time
    • Arts & crafts
    • Sensory and fine motor activities
    • Outdoor play (morning & afternoon)
    • Lunch and table manners
    • Nap/quiet time
    • Snack and story time
    • Music, movement, and creative play

    We maintain a structured yet flexible routine to support learning and development.

  • What should I send with my child?

    Please label all items and provide:

    • 3 seasonal outfits
    • Diapers (2 full packs)
    • Wipes (4 full packs)
    • Diaper cream
    • Water/milk cup or bottle
    • Soothing item (if needed)
    • Bibs (if needed)
    • Nap items (blanket, pillow, stuffed animal)
    • Sunscreen

  • What is your sick policy?

    To protect all children and families, children must stay home if they have:

    • Fever of 100°F or higher
    • Vomiting
    • Diarrhea
    • Contagious illness (COVID-19, flu, RSV, pink eye, lice, etc.)
    • Breathing difficulties
    • Uncontrollable cough or nasal discharge
    • Unexplained rash (doctor’s note required)
    • Lethargy

    If a child develops symptoms during the day, they must be picked up promptly.


    A doctor’s note is required before returning after a contagious illness.

  • Do you administer medication?

    Yes, I am Med/Epipen trained.

  • What is your vacation policy?

    Regular tuition is due regardless of attendance to hold your child’s spot.


    One Week Free Vacation Benefit:

    • Available after 1 year of continuous enrollment
    • Applies to full-time children only
    • Must be used Monday–Friday in one full week
    • Requires 2 weeks written notice
    • Unused weeks do not roll over

  • What holidays are you closed?

    We follow the Plainfield Public School calendar, including holidays and weather-related closures. Tuition is not prorated for these days.

  • What happens if childcare needs to be terminated?

    Parents must provide two weeks written notice to terminate care.


    Immediate termination may occur if:

    • A child’s behavior is violent or threatening
    • A parent’s behavior is threatening or abusive
    • Tuition is two weeks or more delinquent

  • What qualifications do you have?

    • 9 years of childcare experience
    • Early Childhood Education coursework through CCRI
    • CPR & First Aid certified
    •  Med/Epipen trained
    • Ongoing professional training