Mindful Matters, LLC Preschool Program Policies

The following rules pertain to Mindful Matters, LLC. business policies. These policies are
non-negotiable and are legally binding.
Enrollment

1. All forms must be completely filled out and returned before

beginning childcare.
2. The client understands that medicine forms must be filled out
before any medication will be administered.
3. Parent agrees to submit (on or before the first day of care) a
copy of each childs current medical card or insurance card, as well as each
childs immunization record.
4. A two-week notice or two-weeks pay must be given if parent
decides to terminate their contract. Failure to provide this will forfeit your
retainer.
5. The parent understands Mindful Matters, LLC is responsible
for informing parent of any accidents occurring during the day. Accident
forms are filled out, signed, and filed into childs history folder.
Payments
1. No spots will be reserved without a retainer fee being paid.
2. Post-dated checks for childcare. Check must be dated for the
day services are being paid.
3. Returned checks will be assessed fees payable in cash or
money order for:
A. The full amount of the check
B. A $30.00 service fee
C. Any additional fees incurred
Hours/Days

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1. The price for full-time tuition includes 9 hours a day, five

hours a week and three days per week for part-time Any time over 9 hours a
day will be charged $5.00 an hour. **HOURS WILL CHANGE AUGUST 01,
2015**
2. If you take a vacation, the full amount of tuition will be due on
the same date specified in your contract. If vacation is taken and not paid
for, the time slot may no longer be available to the parent.
3. Mindful Matters Preschool will be closed on the following
holidays: New Years Eve and New Years Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day,
July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday, Christmas
Eve and the rest of the work week.
4. I may occasionally have to take off for personal reasons. I will
do my best to have a substitute to cover for me, however if I am unable to
obtain one, parents will be responsible for finding alternate care during this
time. There will be no charge for days when parents must find alternative
care.
Illnesses
1. Parents should notify me if there has been an illness in the
family over the weekend.
2. A child displaying any contagious symptoms, such as a fever
100 or higher, vomiting or diarrhea, brightly colored mucous discharge, or
crusty discharge from the eye.
3. Medication can only be administered if it is in the original
container, labeled with the childs name, and a medication administration
form has been authorized by the parent and/or doctor.
Clothing and Supplies
1. Childrens belongings must have their name written on it in
permanent ink. Mindful Matters, LLC is not responsible for lost items.
2. Please send your children in appropriate clothing for the
weather.

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3. Parents are urged to bring a small pillow & blanket for the
children to use for naptime.
Discipline Procedures
1. In case of disciplinary measures, I will ask the child to use the
mindful and relaxation techniques we learn in class. If necessary, I will also
use redirection, natural consequences, and "time-out". If the behavior is so
disruptive that other children are affected, the parents will be called to
come pick the child up from school immediately.
2. If the child has recurring disciplinary problems, parents will
be notified so we can take a course of action together to rectify the
problem.
3. The 3rd time a child is sent home as a disciplinary measure,
he/she will be withdrawn from the program an

B.
1.

Other Pertinent Procedures

Parents will supply a change of clothes each day, even if their child is fully
potty trained. This includes school-aged children.
2. Parents are responsible for diapers, wipes, and special-needs
food.
3. Parents will call before scheduled time of arrival if they are
late or not coming that day. (Late fees still apply). _____ (Initial)
4. Parents will pick their child/children up at the door and will
walk their child to the car. No child will be released to a honking horn.
5. Only designated persons will be allowed to pick up the
child/ren. _____ (Initial)
6. Parents are responsible for providing a two-week notice if
they decide to terminate. Failure to provide such notice will result in being
charged the full rate for two weeks, plus any back childcare owed. Parents
will forfeit their entire registration retainer. Failure to pay these fees
within 10 calendar days will result in being sent to small claims court.

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By signing this form you agree that this is a legally binding form. Failure to abide
by the policies mentioned will result in termination of contract, forfeiture of deposit, or
both. This policy agreement is subject to change with two weeks written notice.

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