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Our Curriculum and Content

At Vetterly Daycare we plan our curriculum and content based on what is developmentally appropriate for the children in a given classroom. We strive to meet the developmental needs of each child as we plan activities in various areas of learning. Every child will receive an opportunity to grow and develop in the areas of: science, math, language arts, fine arts, social interaction and consciousness, and gross and fine motor skills.

Vetterly Daycare will employ multiple methods of teaching with a focus on hands-on learning experiences. We believe children learn best when they actively play and interact with the environment around them. Children will get the opportunity to explore and interact as a means to help them learn. We will also employ an integrated curriculum; a curriculum in which multiple content areas (science, language arts, etc.) may be found within one activity.

At Vetterly Daycare, we recognize that every child is a different and unique individual. We strive to meet the individual needs of your child and to help them grow and develop at their own pace. Our goal is to help your child grow as a whole person. We are here to support and nurture your child in their mental development as well as their physical, social, and emotional development. If you have any questions about our curriculum or content, feel free to ask your child’s classroom teacher or the center director.

Daily Schedule

Infants

The infant schedule will follow the schedule and needs of each individual child. These schedules will be based on the recommendations of the child’s parents or caregivers. Sleep and feeding schedules will be different based on the individual child’s needs. Please alert the staff of any recent changes in your child’s schedule so that we can make the adjustment.

Toddler

6:30-8:30 Arrival, Morning Snack (must arrive before 8:00), and Free Play
8:30-9:00 Restroom and Free Play
9:00-9:15 Circle Time (Calendar, Weather, Morning Songs)
9:15-9:30 Math/Science Experience
9:30-9:45 Gross Motor Activity
9:45-10:00 Morning Story
10:00-10:30 Restroom
10:30-10:45 Language Arts Experience
10:45-11:15 Free Play
11:15-11:30 Social/Fine Arts Experience (Art, Music, Dramatic Play)
11:30-12:30 Lunch 
12:30-2:30 Nap Time
3:00-3:45 Afternoon Snack and Restroom
3:45-4:00 Afternoon Story
4:00-6:00 Free Play and Departure

Preschool

6:30-8:30 Arrival, Morning Snack (must arrive before 8:00), and Free Play
8:30-8:50 Restroom and Free Play
8:50-9:15 Circle Time (Calendar, Weather, Morning Songs)
9:15-9:30 Morning Story Time
9:30-10:45 Learning Centers (Math/Science/Language Arts)
10:45-11:15 Free or Structured Play (Gross Motor/Fine Motor/Dramatic Play)
11:15-11:30 Letter and Number Experiences
11:30-12:00 Lunch
12:30-2:30 Nap Time
3:00-3:30 Afternoon Snack and Restroom
3:30-3:45 Afternoon Story
3:45-4:00 Afternoon Circle (Discussion of Day and Plans for Tomorrow) or Special Activity
4:00-6:00 Free Play and Departure

**The toddler and preschool schedules are flexible and may change on any given day to accommodate classroom needs. Routine, however, is very important in the development of children and we will stick to set schedules as much as possible so children know what to expect on a daily basis.

DROP-OFF/PICK-UP

When children are dropped off at the center they must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for signing them in each day. This adult must then escort the children to their classrooms. Children will not be released to anyone other than those individuals listed in the child’s file. A verbal request for the release of the child may be given by phone should the parent wish to do so. The staff member taking the call will then complete a Verbal Release form that will be kept in the child’s file. The individual picking the child up may be asked to provide some form of photo identification before the child can be released into his/her custody. Should a court order regarding parental custody be in place, a copy must be present in the child’s file, before our staff can adhere to it.

CONFIDENTIALITY

All of the information contained in a child’s file is confidential and will not be released to a third party unless written request from the parent/guardian is received in advance. Staff members are not permitted to share information about a child’s behavior or developmental status with anyone other than the child’s parent or guardian.

COMPLIANCE & NON-DISCRIMINATORY
STATEMENT

Vetterly Daycare Center Inc., will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religious background, national origin, ancestry, English speaking proficiency or disability in its’ educational programs, admission, activities, or employment practices as is mandated by law. Program services shall be made accessible to eligible persons with disabilities through the most practical and economically feasible methods available. These methods include, but are not limited to equipment redesign, the provision of aides, and the use of alternative services delivery locations. Structural modifications shall be considered only as a last resort among available methods. Should we be unable to do so, we will provide assistance in locating another program that can better fulfill the needs of a disabled client. Further information can be obtained from the center’s Director or Owner.

RATES & FEES effective Sept 2007

Tuition will be collected on a weekly or bi- weekly basis and is due every Monday morning.

In order for us to keep a spot open for your child, payment is expected on a regular basis regardless of the child’s absence, whether it is due to illness or a scheduled family vacation. 

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