This handbook is intended to familiarize families with current Strafford KinderCampus, LLC policy, practices, and standards. Strafford KinderCampus, LLC reserves the right to revise its policies, practices, and standards as deemed appropriate by the Executive Director. A current copy of this Handbook is available on our website. Parents are welcome and encouraged to discuss update recommendations with the Executive Director or Director at any time.

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GENERAL CENTER INFORMATION

History

Strafford KinderCampus, LLC opened in August of 2005 as an in-home daycare. We became a licensed family-group daycare in August of 2012, and began focusing on Kindergarten care and Kindergarten readiness. In October of 2015 we moved to a new location offering a classroom environment. In August of 2014 we opened our After School Enrichment Program at Strafford School, and in August of 2015 we launched our Strafford School Before School Program. In June of 2017 we became a Licensed Plus Center. In June of 2019 we closed our in-home center, and in August of 2019 opened Little Blessings Learning Center at St. Joseph’s Parish Center in Northwood.

Mission Statement (Strafford School)

At Strafford KinderCampus, we believe in the value and uniqueness of each child we serve. Our childcare and enrichment experience is designed to promote each child’s own individual social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. By understanding each child’s individuality, the program will endeavor to meet individual needs and to encourage positive self-concepts. Students experience and learn respect, responsibility, and an appreciation for diversity. As caregivers and educators, our mission is to provide a quality out-of-school-time program in a safe and developmentally appropriate environment, which fosters a child's natural desire to explore, discover, create, and become a lifelong learner. Strafford KinderCampus staff have been chosen for their sensitive, caring attributes and their ability to provide a nurturing environment responsive to the needs of the individual child. The staff have training, education, and experience in childcare as well as caring and concern for the program, the children and the employees and their families.

Mission Statement (Little Blessings Learning Center)

At Little Blessings, we believe in the value and uniqueness of each of God’s children we serve. Our childcare experience is designed to promote each child’s own individual spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. By understanding each child’s individuality, the program will endeavor to meet individual needs and to encourage positive self-concepts. Students experience and learn respect, responsibility, and an appreciation for diversity. As Christian caregivers and educators, our mission is to provide a quality Faith based early learning program in a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment, which fosters a child’s natural desire to explore, discover, create, and become a lifelong learner. By educating each child’s mind, body, and spirit children have the opportunity to develop a closer relationship with God and to explore and strengthen their Faith. Little Blessings staff have been chosen for their sensitive, caring attributes and their ability to provide a nurturing environment responsive to the needs of the individual child. The staff have training, education, and experience in early childhood education, as well as caring and concern for the program, the children, the employees, and our Faith community.

Philosophy

Our program is built around the concept that children learn best through play. We strive to create a learning environment that is natural, safe, stimulating and encouraging, allowing children to learn and grow during their time with us. We believe that natural, free play is vital for children’s social, cognitive, and physical development. Children develop knowledge of their world through active interactions with caregivers, peers, materials, and events. We believe that learning is sequential, building on prior understandings and experiences and learning in each area is

interconnected. Young children learn best through experiences, which incorporate several areas of development. Learning begins in the family, continues in early care and education settings, and depends on parent involvement and caregiver guidance.

Administration

Strafford KinderCampus, LLC Executive Director: Gina Walsh, BS, CMA (AAMA)

Little Blessings Learning Center Director: Reina Hendrick

Little Blessings Learning Center Site-Director: Kim Warren

Strafford KinderCampus @ Strafford School Site-Director: Christina Foss

Hours of Operation

Little Blessings Learning Center:

Open year-round Monday through Friday.
Hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Strafford School Before and After School Programs:

Open on the days that Strafford School is in session.
Our Before School Program opens at 7:00 a.m.
Our After School Program closes at 6:00 p.m.

Programs Offered

We are proud to offer the following services:

Little Blessings Learning Center:

♥ Full Day Toddler and Preschool Programs for Children Ages 1.5-5

♥ After School Enrichment Program for RMA and Northwood School Grades K-8

♥ Vacation Week Camps for Children Ages 5-13 (February & April)

♥ Summer Camp for Children Ages 5-13 (June-August)

Strafford School:

♥ Before School Enrichment Program for Grades K-8

♥ After School Enrichment Program for Grades K-8

I. INTRODUCTION:

Strafford KinderCampus, LLC is a state licensed child care center serving the

Strafford/Northwood, NH community since 2005. We are proud to offer year-round programs to the children of our community beginning at age 12 months. Our main objective is to help Preschool children prepare for Kindergarten emotionally, socially, spiritually, and academically. We also offer Before and After School Care Programs, Vacation Week Camps, and Summer Camp for children ages 5 to 13.

Our Commitment to Holistic Care

As a center that values a holistic approach to early childhood development, we are dedicated to nurturing the whole child - mind, body, and spirit. Our educators intentionally consider each child’s individual needs and well-being in all aspects of care. We maintain a clean, healthy environment by using only non-toxic cleaning products and promoting a space free from harmful chemicals and toxins, creating a space where children can breathe, play, and learn safely.

Child Care Regulations / Notices / Contact Information:

All New Hampshire Early Childhood Programs are required to make the following information available to parents. Strafford KinderCampus, LLC is licensed with the State of New Hampshire’s Bureau of Child Care Licensing. Under state law, we

must post copies of the Center’s license, most recent licensing inspection and statement of findings report, and other required notices. A copy of the New Hampshire “Child Care Program Licensing Rules” is available by visiting NH DHHS CCLU Rules. Strafford KinderCampus must also maintain copies of the statement of findings and corrective action plan for the preceding visit and make this available to parents upon request. Statement of findings and corrective action plans may also be obtained by contacting the NH Bureau of Child Care Licensing Office 800-852-3354 x4624.

Staff Requirements:

KinderCampus staff are nurturing and experienced, and/or undergoing training, and are required by State Licensing regulations to complete Professional Development each year. Each staff member is required to be CPR and First Aid Certified and have completed rigorous background checks, including fingerprinting and background checks with the New Hampshire State Police. Our eligible teachers are Certified Educators through the State of New Hampshire, which requires an extensive application process and qualifications which exceed those required by Child Care Licensing.

Educational Vision:

Strafford KinderCampus believes that every child and family should be appreciated for who they are. We understand that children come from different backgrounds and cultures and our goal is to support each child’s individuality. Social, Spiritual, and Emotional wellbeing is the foundation of healthy, overall development of young children and we strive to support this well-being through healthy relationships with families, providing a quality learning environment and curriculum that supports multiple intelligences, ages, and abilities.

Emergent Curriculum:

Based on the concepts created by Reggio Amelia, Emergent Curriculum teaches to the multiple intelligences of each child. Strafford KinderCampus creates an individualized educational program for our students by gathering knowledge of our students social and emotional wellbeing, encouraging their interests and guiding their learning. Classrooms are museums for learning, based on Early Learning Standards, to help plan for the next stages of growth and development. Themed Curriculum is planned with intention throughout each day by each classroom team, and includes mindfulness, character development education, and faith-based practices.

Non-Discrimination:

Strafford KinderCampus does not discriminate. Children, families and staff of all races, nationalities, and religions are welcome. We respect cultural diversity and incorporate it into our curriculum. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support inclusion of all children, regardless of their abilities. If needed, we will develop appropriate training programs which will prepare staff to meet the needs of children and their families.

Services:

Strafford KinderCampus, LLC provides quality care and educational programs

for children ranging in age from 1 year through 13 years. We offer several

different Programs in two different locations, as listed below:

Little Blessings Learning Center:

Toddler & Preschool Programs

Our Faith based Toddler & Preschool Programs are play focused year-round Programs designed for 1.5 to 5 year-old children. Located at the St.Joseph's Church Parish Center in Northwood, we invite all children of our surrounding community to come play and learn with us! A religious affiliation is not required to attend.

We have developed our preschool program to focus on many aspects of Kindergarten readiness. Utilizing environmental and hands-on learning techniques, in a natural learning environment, we offer social, emotional, spiritual, and academic support to future kindergartners during our time together!

Using developmentally appropriate practice and an emergent curriculum, we have structured a format suitable for engaging learning. We share our time as both a group and as individuals focusing on: large and fine motor skills; letter recognition and writing; emergent literacy skills; creative expression through art, music, and movement; problem-solving and self-help skills, social-emotional skills, engaging appropriately with peers and teachers, as well as regulating emotions effectively; and cognitive skills such as early numeracy concepts, science, and social studies, while exploring a variety of approaches to learning.

Our emergent curriculum incorporates the "Learning Without Tears" writing format, as well as "God Made the World" and "God Made Me" lessons and activities, appropriate classroom behavior skills, such as listening and following directions, using positive virtues and manners, playground and classroom safety, and learning to wait our turn!

This program meets Monday - Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. You may select your choice of two to five days per week based on space availability.

Little Blessings Before & After School Enrichment

The Before School (B.S.E.) and After School Enrichment (A.S.E.) Programs provide care to Regina Maria Academy and Northwood School students in grades K-8 from 7:30 a.m. to the beginning of the school day and/or the end of the school day until 4:30 p.m. During their time with us, children have the opportunity to complete homework, receive homework assistance if needed, have socialization and play time with friends, participate in guided group activities, participate in enrichment activities, do arts and crafts, and play outdoors when the weather allows.

Policies:

The Little Blessings B.S.E. and A.S.E. Programs are located at 842 1st NH Tpk in Northwood. Please arrange for your child to take the Northwood School orange bus to this location after school on the days care is required.
If your child will not be attending on a scheduled day, please notify us via your Procare app to not expect your child off the bus that day.
The safety and well-being of all our children is our number one priority. This includes safety from the other children in our care. We have a very high expectation of behaviors within our Program. Parents will be notified in writing should behavior become an issue. Any child unable to behave in an acceptable and appropriate manner or becomes violent or intentionally aggressive may be suspended or expelled from the Program. This decision will be made at the discretion of the Director or Site Director to protect the safety and well-being of the other children attending the Program. No prior warning is required for suspension or expulsion. Please note, refunds are not provided if your child is suspended or terminated from the Program due to dangerous or aggressive behavior.
If Little Blessings or Regina Maria Academy call a delayed opening, B.S.E. will open at 9:30 a.m.
If Regina Maria Academy or Northwood School closes early due to inclement weather, A.S.E. will remain open unless you are otherwise notified.
In the event that after school activities are canceled at Regina Maria Academy or Northwood School, A.S.E. will remain open unless you are otherwise notified.
Little Blessings is a state licensed child care center. The state requires a registration form, health form, and immunization history prior to enrollment. These forms MUST be on file prior to your child attending the Program, and updated annually.

School Vacation & Summer Camps at Little Blessings

February or April Vacation Weeks:

For grades K-8
Required days may be scheduled in advance.
Drop-in days are available (as space allows.)
Payment is due the Monday of Vacation Camp.
No registration fees apply.

Summer Camp:

For children entering into grades K-8
Drop-in only basis. No schedule is required.
Advanced registration is required.
Enrollment of a maximum of 30 children will be accepted for the summer.
Closed the week of Independence Day.
Payment is due the Monday following days attended.
No registration fees apply.

Strafford School:

Before School Care at Strafford School

The Before School Enrichment (B.S.E.) Program provides care to Strafford School students in grades K-8 from 7:00 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. on days that Strafford School is in session. During their time with us, children have the opportunity to complete homework, receive homework assistance if needed, have socialization and play time with friends, participate in guided group activities, do arts and crafts, attend before school activities held at Strafford School, and play outdoors when the weather allows.

Policies:

Although the B.S.E. Program is held at Strafford School, please keep in mind that it is a privately operated Program. Please refrain from calling the school to reach B.S.E. staff or to let us know your child will not be in attendance. If your child will not be attending on a scheduled day, please notify us via your Procare app to not expect your child before school that day.
Children may only leave the Program to attend Strafford School “before school activities” with written parent permission. If we do not have written permission, then he/she will not be allowed to participate in the school activity.
Since the Program is held on Strafford School property, all children will be required to follow the policies in the Strafford School Student Handbook while in attendance. Parents will be notified in writing should behavior become an issue. Any child unable to behave in an acceptable and appropriate manner or becomes violent or intentionally aggressive may be suspended or expelled from the Program. This decision will be made at the discretion of the Site Director to protect the safety and well-being of the other children attending the Program. No prior warning is required for suspension or expulsion. Please note, refunds are not provided if your child is suspended or terminated from the Program due to dangerous or aggressive behavior.
If Strafford school announces a two-hour delay, B.S.E. will open at 9:00 a.m.
Strafford KinderCampus is a state licensed daycare. The state requires a registration form, health form, and immunization history prior to enrollment. These forms MUST be on file prior to your child attending the Program, and updated annually.

After School Care at Strafford School

The After School Enrichment (A.S.E.) Program provides care to Strafford School students in grades K-8 from the end of the school day until 6:00 p.m. on the days Strafford School is in session. During their time with us, children have the opportunity to complete homework, receive homework assistance if needed, have socialization and play time with friends, participate in guided group activities, do arts and crafts, attend after school activities held at Strafford School, and play outdoors when the weather allows.

Policies:

Although the A.S.E. Program is held at Strafford School, please keep in mind that it is a privately operated Program. Please refrain from calling the school to reach A.S.E. staff or to let us know your child will not be in attendance. If your child will not be attending on a scheduled day, please message us via your Procare app to notify us to not expect your child after school that day.
Children may only leave the Program to attend “after school activities” with written parent permission. If we do not have written permission for your child, then he/she will not be allowed to participate in the after school activity.
Since the Program is held on Strafford School property, all children will be required to follow the policies in the Strafford School Student Handbook while in attendance. Parents will be notified in writing should behavior become an issue. Any child unable to behave in an acceptable and appropriate manner or becomes violent or intentionally aggressive may be suspended or expelled from the Program. This decision will be made at the discretion of the Site Director to protect the safety and well- being of the other children attending the Program. No prior warning is required for suspension or expulsion. Please note, refunds are not provided if your child is suspended or terminated from the Program due to dangerous or aggressive behavior.
If Strafford School announces a two-hour delay, A.S.E. will operate as usual.
If Strafford School closes early due to inclement weather or for a planned half-day, A.S.E. will be closed. Instructions of what your child will do on early release days should be communicated with Strafford School.
In the event that after school activities are canceled at Strafford School, A.S.E. parents should receive an automated call/email from Strafford School. We will also send out a Procare message to all families. It will advise that the after school program will operate on “storm hours.” This means that we are open, however, we are closing early. All parents are asked to arrive by 4:30 p.m. The Program will close promptly at 4:30 p.m. and late charges will begin accruing at that time according to the late pick-up policy.
Strafford KinderCampus is a state licensed child care center. The state requires a registration form, health form, and immunization history prior to enrollment. These forms MUST be on file prior to your child attending the Program, and updated annually.

II. ADMISSIONS POLICIES:

Enrollment:

Strafford KinderCampus follows an Academic Year Calendar for Programming. We also offer Vacation Camp Weeks and Summer Camp Programs to all enrolled students based on space availability.

Children enrolled in our Toddler/Preschool Programs pay a flat weekly tuition fee, regardless of use, based on the schedule requested at the time of enrollment.

Before and After School Students pay a flat monthly fee, regardless of use, based on the schedule requested at the time of enrollment.

School Vacation and Summer Camps are available to children ages 5 to 13 and are charged at a flat weekly tuition fee, regardless of use, based on the schedule requested at the time of enrollment.

Children currently enrolled, and their siblings, receive priority when space becomes available. Prior to children’s start date, all Enrollment Forms must be completed. Children may be enrolled for existing openings by completing the Enrollment Forms.

Components of the Enrollment Package, found on our website, include:

Online Enrollment Form
Registration Form
Tuition Express Agreement
Health Assessment Record (completed by doctor)
Immunization Record
State Scholarship Agreement (if applies)

Orientation:

Once a child has been enrolled and a start date has been established, orientation visits can be arranged at the request of the family. These visits allow for the child to easily become acquainted with their new environment. During the visits, parents and children can spend time in the classroom. Once the child becomes comfortable with their surroundings, parents are encouraged to leave their child allowing the child to gradually increase their time with the group. Parents are encouraged to review the Family Handbook with the Director during the orientation visits.

Records:

New Hampshire law requires that all records regarding children and all facts learned about children and their families shall be kept confidential by the licensed child care agency and by the Bureau of Child Care Licensing. Under State Law, the Bureau is authorized to access and review the records regarding children and their relatives. Strafford KinderCampus staff shall uphold these confidentiality requirements and will not discuss children’s routines, home and family environment, health, nutrition or medical needs, development, or behavior with anyone other than the child’s family, other pertinent staff, State Licensing representatives or as approved by the child’s parent/guardian.

Strafford KinderCampus is required to maintain the following records for each child:

Registration and Emergency Information updated as needed and annually
Health Form updated annually ages 2-7
Immunization records with each new inoculation or annually ages 2-7

III. TUITION AND FEES:

Tuition Policies:

Financial Statements and year-end receipts are available at www.myprocare.com and may be emailed to you upon request.
Please use your invoices or your bank receipts for FSA purposes if possible. If a signature is required on your FSA form, please contact Gina at 603-817-3571 to arrange. The staff on duty at the Program are not authorized to sign FSA forms.
Automated Payments are mandatory. Tuition payments, including State Scholarship Family Cost Share payments, are withdrawn every Monday or the first day of each month, depending on your child’s program, and are expected whether or not your child attends. This includes holidays, school vacation days, all “no school” days, family vacation days, snow days, and sick days. Payments will include drop-in tuition, late pick-up fees, late/returned payment fees and/or any other appropriate fee that applies. Payments are non-refundable and may not be applied toward the following week. You may authorize either your credit/debit card or bank account to be automatically charged each week for your total balance due. All payments will be posted directly to your Family Account. There is a 3% processing fee for credit/debit cards and no fee for checks. These fees are charged by the payment processing center and will be itemized on your invoice.
Automated payments which fail to process will be considered delinquent if not paid within 7 days. All related bank fees will be added to your account. A late payment fee of 10% of the total amount due will be added to your account weekly and enrollment will be suspended until the past due balance is paid in full. Civil action will be taken when accounts are more than 30 days past due. All legal fees incurred will be added to your account.
Annual Registration Fees apply to Before & After Care Programs.
Toddler and Preschool Registration Fees apply at the time of registration and when your child advances to a new classroom.
B.S.E. /A.S.E. Programs require a non-refundable deposit equal to one month's tuition to secure your child’s spot for the year. If your child's schedule increases during the year, the balance of one month's tuition will be due at the time of the schedule increase. Deposits will be applied toward your June tuition payment ONLY. Please Note: Deposits will NOT be refunded due to schedule changes resulting in a decrease in monthly tuition or termination from the Program, whether voluntary or involuntary.

Our Preschool Program requires a non-refundable deposit equal to two weeks tuition to secure your child’s spot in the Program. If your child's schedule increases at any time, the balance of two weeks tuition will be due at the time of the schedule increase. Deposits will be applied toward your final two tuition payments ONLY when a 30 day written notice of termination of care is given.. Please Note: Deposits will NOT be refunded due to schedule changes resulting in a decrease in weekly tuition or termination from the Program, whether voluntary or involuntary.

Upon registration for any Program, families must select which days care is required; availability of care on alternate days is not guaranteed, and payment for your selected schedule is expected whether or not your child attends on those days, is non-refundable and may not be applied toward the following month.
Written notice must be given a minimum of 30 days prior to Termination of care for all Programs. Your account will continue to be charged your current tuition rate for 30 days after notice is given.

Before/After School Programs end in June, on the last day of School. A written notice of Termination is not required for students ending care on the last day of school in June.

Payment is required for the following Closed Days/Holidays should they occur on scheduled days: New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Day; Good Friday; Memorial Day and the Friday prior; the week of July 4th; Labor Day and the Friday prior; Columbus Day; Veteran's Day; Thanksgiving Day and the day after; the week of Christmas.
A late fee of $1 per minute will be assessed if a child is picked up later than his/her scheduled pick-up time. Pick-up time at Little Blessings is 4:30 p.m. for full-day students and after school care students. Pick-up at Strafford School is 6:00 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. when “storm hours” are in effect.

Payment of Tuition:

Strafford KinderCampus accepts ACH checks and credit/debit card payments. Please note there is no processing fee for ACH payments and a 3% fee for credit/debit card withdrawal. Tuition is withdrawn on a flat rate basis on Monday of each week for Preschool and the first day of each month for Before/After School care. Flat rate means families are billed the same rate for the billing period regardless of any absence including sickness, holidays, school vacations, teacher workshop days, or inclement weather days.

State Scholarship:

We proudly accept New Hampshire State Child Care Scholarships! Family cost

share and non-covered tuition is due on tuition due dates as stated above. A State Scholarship Agreement is required prior to State Scholarship billing. Please visit the DHHS website for eligibility information: https://nheasy.nh.gov/#/

Program Tuition Rates:

Little Blessings Toddler & Preschool Programs

Registration requires a non-refundable deposit equal to two weeks' tuition to secure your child’s spot in the program. If your child's schedule increases at any time, the balance of two weeks' tuition will be due at the time of the increase. Deposits will be credited to your account when schedule changes result in a decrease in weekly tuition ONLY when a 30 day notice of schedule change is given in writing. Deposits will be applied toward your final two tuition payments if all weekly payments have been paid in full and a written 30 day notice of termination is provided. No refunds will be given for any reason. Please note that this Program has a Classroom Registration Fee of $50 per child, which is applied at the time of registration, and during transitions to new classrooms. State Scholarship is accepted, and payment plans are available for deposits.

Classroom	Class	Ages	Daily Rate	Weekly Rate
Little Lambs	Toddler	1 - 2.5	$70	$335
Little Saints	Preschool	2.5 - 4	$65	$310
Little Angels	Pre-K	4 - 5	$60	$285

Late Pick-Up Fees: Our Learning Center closes promptly at 4:30 p.m. Parents who are unable to arrive by 4:30 p.m., other than in an emergency situation, are advised to seek alternate care, or to assign an alternate pick-up person for your child. Should the occasion occur that your child requires care past 4:30, additional fees will be incurred. There is a fee of $1.00 for every 1 minute each child remains at the center past 4:30 p.m. This fee is to compensate the staff members who care for your child past regularly scheduled hours, and to encourage you to arrive on time. Late charges for each week will be included in the following week's tuition payment and are not covered by State Scholarship funds. We appreciate your respect and consideration of this policy.

Little Blessings Vacation Week Camps

Advanced registration is required. There are no registration fees for Vacation Week or Summer Camp Programs. Payment for each week is due on the Monday of each registered week. No refunds will be given for any reason. State Scholarship is accepted.

Classroom	Class	Ages	Daily Rate	Weekly Rate
Little Shepherds	Ages 4-6	Pre-K/K	$60	$285
Little Shepherds	Ages 6-13	Grades 1-8	$55	$250

Little Blessings Before (B.S.E.) & After School Enrichment (A.S.E.)

A non-refundable annual registration fee of $25 per family is due at the time of registration.

B.S.E. and A.S.E. registration requires a non-refundable deposit equal to two week’s tuition to secure your child’s spot for the year. If your child's schedule increases during the year, the balance of two week's tuition will be due at the time of the increase. Deposits will not be refunded based on schedule changes resulting in a decrease in weekly tuition. Deposits will be applied toward your last two week’s tuition in June if all weekly payments have been paid in full. No refunds will be given if the school year is not completed, whether voluntary or involuntary.

Payments are automatically withdrawn from the account of your choice each Monday, per your Tuition Express Agreement. We reserve the right to terminate enrollment due to non-payment should payments be returned by your Financial institution as incomplete. Any additional fees/account balance, including drop-in days, will be processed in following weeks, as needed.

Please see the chart below to identify weekly tuition rates. You must schedule the days/times required at the time of registration. If you require scheduling changes throughout the year, we will do our best to accommodate your scheduling needs as quickly as possible. Please notify us in writing a minimum of 30 days prior to requiring a scheduling change or termination of care. Weekly payments are due for the selected days/times per week whether or not your child attends until we have confirmed your child’s new schedule and rate and/or date of termination of care. Payments are not prorated or refunded if your child does not attend on scheduled days throughout the school year. Drop-in days are based on space availability. All state required forms must be on file with the Program prior to your child attending. Annual Registration Fee applies to the first Drop-In Day per family unless already enrolled in the Program.

BEFORE SCHOOL CARE
2025-2026 WEEKLY TUITION
Days per Week	Daily Rate	Weekly Rate
5	$5.00	$25.00
4	$6.00	$24.00
3	$7.00	$21.00
2	$8.00	$16.00
1	$9.00	$9.00

AFTER SCHOOL CARE
2025-2026 WEEKLY TUITION
Days per Week	Daily Rate	Per Child Rate
5	$10	$50.00
4	$11	$44.00
3	$12	$36.00
2	$13	$26.00
1	$14	$14.00

Late Pick-Up Fees: Our Learning Center closes promptly at 4:30 p.m. Parents who are unable to arrive by 4:30 p.m., other than in an emergency situation, are advised to seek alternate care, or to assign an alternate pick-up person for your child. Should the occasion occur that your child requires care past 4:30, additional fees will be incurred. There is a fee of $1.00 for every 1 minute each child remains at the center past 4:30 p.m. This fee is to compensate the staff members who care for your child past regularly scheduled hours, and to encourage you to arrive on time. Late charges for each week will be included in the following week’s tuition payment, and processed on the following Monday. Late fees may not be covered by State Scholarship funds. We appreciate your respect and consideration of this policy.

Before School Enrichment (B.S.E.) at Strafford School

After School Enrichment (A.S.E.) at Strafford School

A non-refundable registration fee of $25 per family, per year, is due at the time of registration. Families enrolling in both A.S.E. and B.S.E. will only be charged one fee.

B.S.E. & A.S.E. registration requires a non-refundable deposit equal to two week's tuition to secure your child’s spot for the year. If your child's schedule increases during the year, the balance of two week's tuition will be due at the time of the increase. Deposits will not be refunded based on schedule changes resulting in a decrease in monthly tuition. Deposits will be applied toward the last two weeks of school in June if all monthly payments have been paid in full. No refunds will be given if the school year is not completed, whether voluntary or involuntary.

Payments are withdrawn via ACH check or credit card every Monday from the first week of school until the last week of school. Please note there is no processing fee for ACH payments and a 3% fee for credit/debit card withdrawal. Should payment fail to process, a late payment fee of 10% per week will be added to your account until your account is current. We reserve the right to terminate enrollment due to non-payment.

Please see the chart below to identify weekly tuition rates. Tuition is processed each Monday for your child’s regular schedule for every week of the school year except for the 3 weeks school is closed: Christmas week, February Vacation, and April Vacation. You must schedule the days/times required at the time of registration. If you require scheduling changes throughout the year, we will do our best to accommodate your scheduling needs as quickly as possible. Please notify us in writing at least 30 days prior to requiring a scheduling change including termination of care. Weekly payments are due for the originally selected days/times per week whether or not your child attends until we have confirmed your child’s new schedule and rate and/or date of termination of care. Payments are not prorated or refunded if your child does not attend on scheduled days throughout the school year. Drop-in days are available based on space availability. All state required forms must be on file with the Program prior to your child attending.

BEFORE SCHOOL CARE
2025-2026 WEEKLY TUITION
Days per Week	Daily Rate	Weekly Rate
5	$5.00	$25.00
4	$6.00	$24.00
3	$7.00	$21.00
2	$8.00	$16.00
1	$9.00	$9.00

AFTER SCHOOL CARE
2025-2026 WEEKLY TUITION
Days per Week	Daily Rate	Weekly Rate
5	$10.00	$50.00
4	$11.00	$44.00
3	$12.00	$36.00
2	$13.00	$26.00
1	$14.00	$14.00

Late Pick-Up Fees:

We have rented space at Strafford School until 6:00 p.m.; therefore, the A.S.E. Program closes at 6:00 p.m. sharp. Parents who are unable to arrive by 6:00 p.m., other than in an emergency situation, are advised to seek alternate care, or to assign an alternate pick-up person for your child. Should the occasion occur that your child requires care past your regularly scheduled pick-up time at or before 6:00 p.m., additional fees will be incurred. There is a fee of $1.00 for every 1 minute each child remains at the Program past 6:00 p.m., or 4:30 p.m. when “storm hours” are in effect. These fees are to compensate the staff members who care for your child past regularly scheduled hours, and to encourage you to arrive on time. Late charges for each week will be included in the following week’s tuition payment, and processed on Monday. We appreciate your respect and consideration of this policy.

“Drop-In” Care:

"Drop-In" care is offered based on space availability, and is not guaranteed.

Please be advised that a current registration form, health documentation form and immunization history are required before we may care for your child. If you would like your child to be considered for "Drop-In" care, please have these forms completed, up to date and on file with us. Applicable Program registration fees will be assessed on the first day of drop-in care of each Program per year.

Drop-in Rates:

♥ $10 per Day for Strafford or Little Blessings Before School Enrichment.

♥ $15 per Day for Strafford or Little Blessings After School Enrichment.

♥ $75 per Full-Day for Little Blessings Little Lambs

♥ $70 per Full-Day for Little Blessings Little Saints

♥ $65 per Full-Day for Little Blessings Little Angels

♥ $60 per Full-Day for Little Blessings Vacation/Summer Camp in or entering in Grades K

♥ $55 per Full-Day for Little Blessings Vacation/Summer Camp in or entering in Grades 1-8

Late Tuition/ Non-Payment/ Insufficient Funds:

A $25.00 fee will be applied to your account for any returned or unprocessed payment. Non-payment for more than 14 days after the specified due date will be considered delinquent. A late payment fee of 10% of the total amount due will be added to your account weekly and enrollment will be suspended until the past due balance is paid in full. Regular tuition will continue to be charged to your account during suspension while your child’s spot is being held up to 14 days with or without written notice of termination. After 14 days, your child will be terminated from the Program. Civil action will be taken when the account is more than 30 days past due. All legal fees incurred are your responsibility, and will be added to your account.

Increase or Reduction of Schedule:

Parents may modify their child’s schedule with a 30 day written notice.

Termination of Care:

Parents may elect at any time to discontinue Child Care with a 30 day written

notice, clearly indicating the child’s last day at the Program.

Strafford KinderCampus may elect at any time to discontinue Child Care. At the discretion of the Director, termination may be immediate. Potential reasons for discontinuing care include but are not limited to:

If it is determined that Strafford KinderCampus is unable to meet the needs

of the child, or that it is not in the best interest of the Center or other children enrolled to have the child continue in the program.

Parents fail to comply with the terms of the Registration Agreement, the

Family Handbook, the State of New Hampshire Child Care Licensing Rules, or any other Strafford KinderCampus and/or Strafford School policies and procedures.

Non-payment of tuition.
A child repeatedly exhibits unsafe behavior that puts others at risk.

Holiday and Closing Schedule:

Strafford KinderCampus will be CLOSED for the following paid days/holidays:

New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King Day
Good Friday (Little Blessings)
The Friday prior to Memorial Day (Staff Development Day)
Memorial Day
Independence Day (Closed entire week)
The Friday prior to Labor Day (Staff Development Day)
Labor Day
Columbus Day
Veteran’s Day
Thanksgiving Day
The Friday after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day (Closed entire week)
All snow days
All Teacher Workshop/Closed Days (Strafford School)

IV. GENERAL POLICIES:

Reporting Child Neglect and Abuse:

The Center is required by law to report any apparent incidence of child abuse or neglect defined as "non-accidental infliction or threat of infliction of physical, emotional, or mental harm to a child." Any person having cause to believe that a child's physical or mental health or welfare has been or may be adversely affected by abuse or neglect shall report to any local or state law enforcement agency, and in addition, reports shall be made to the Department of Child, Youth and Families (DCYF). All such reports must contain but not limited to the name, birthdate and address of the child, the name and address of the person responsible for the care of the child, and any other pertinent information. All Strafford KinderCampus staff are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse and neglect and must comply with the state reporting standards.

Custody and Legal Documentation:

It is Strafford KinderCampus’s goal to support children’s social and emotional well-being at all times. In order to support the child, when family dynamics change or in times of family stress, it is important to communicate these issues with the Director and/or teaching team as soon as possible. If a family has court orders or legal documents outlining custody and/or visitation, parents should submit copies of these documents to us as soon as they are received in order to properly uphold them. Our staff cannot prevent a parent from visiting with or picking up his or her child unless a valid, enforceable court order or legal document has been presented to and discussed with the Director. Once presented with a court order or legal document, staff are obligated to follow the order for the entire period it is in effect. Staff are not permitted to violate a court ordered legal document for anyone. All staff will use their best efforts to uphold court orders and legal documents regarding child custody and visitation. However, under no circumstances should any staff member

jeopardize his or her own safety or the safety of any child in order to prevent a non-custodial parent from visiting with or picking up his or her children. In the event of a flagrant violation of an order, authorities will be notified and every effort will be made to ensure the child’s safety. In the absence of a court order on file with Strafford KinderCampus, both parents shall be allowed equal access to their child as stipulated by law. Our staff cannot, without a court order, limit the access of one parent at the request of the other parent, regardless of the reason. If a situation presents itself where one parent does not want the other parent to have access to their child, we suggest that the parent keep the child with him/herself until a court order is issued if the parent feels the child’s safety is at stake. Parents with court orders detailing custodial arrangements will only be permitted to visit on days in which they are afforded custody as per the court order. For example, if a parent is afforded visitation/custody on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, then that parent will only be able to visit or pick-up their child on those days.

Children with Special Needs and Collaborating with Outside Agencies:

Strafford KinderCampus accepts any child, including those with special needs.If a child has an Individual Education Plan, we will assist families and other outside agencies in implementing the plan. Occasionally the staff and family may conclude that a child requires additional types of diagnostic and support services beyond the scope of the program related to her/his emotional, physical or psychological development. The staff will work to assist the family in identifying and obtaining services, as well as providing an appropriate program whenever possible.

No referrals for diagnostic or support services are made without prior consent

from the family. Staff members will work with the family in implementing recommendations resulting from evaluations to support the child. Family confidentiality is maintained in all referrals. Referrals to agencies and persons who provide evaluations, child observations, family counseling, and other services that support families are made upon request.

Special services provided by outside agencies can be administered as a part of the child’s usual day in the classrooms. Special Educators may work with the children outside of the classroom environment with consent from the parents.

V. PROCEDURES:

Arrival and Departure:

Arrival:

Whenever parents are present at either Little Blessings Learning Center or Strafford School, parents are responsible for the supervision, guidance, and safety of their children during arrival. Please remind children that it is important to use the appropriate tone of voice inside the building and that running is not permitted. Arrival begins at 7:00 a.m. at Strafford School and 7:30 a.m. at Little Blessings Learning Center.

Strafford School: Please walk your child into the building and sign him or her in with a teacher. If a teacher is waiting at the door, you may drop your child at the door once the teacher has acknowledged your child has arrived. Please sign your child in on Procare before leaving.

Little Blessings Learning Center: Please enter in the parking lot closest to the Church and form a line in front of the Center walkway, or park in any available parking spot. Please walk your child to their classroom. Please be sure a teacher acknowledges your child has arrived before leaving. Please use the Parent Kiosk by the front doors to sign your child in, by either using your Procare app or your PIN.

If your child normally arrives wearing a diaper, please be sure their diaper is clean and dry before dropping them off to their classroom. You are welcome to use our changing table in the Ladies bathroom when you arrive, if needed. You are also welcome to leave diapers and wipes labeled with your child’s name on the shelf above or below the changing table, if you feel you will need to change your child frequently upon arrival.

Departure:

Whenever parents are present at either Little Blessings Learning Center or Strafford School, parents are responsible for the supervision, guidance, and safety of children during departure. It is beneficial to arrive 5 minutes before closing time so that you may discuss your child’s day with staff. If you are unable to arrive at or before the time your child’s program ends, please contact the Center via Procare, phone, or email.

Little Blessings Learning Center closes at 4:30 p.m.
Strafford School closes at 6:00 p.m.

Parking:

Parents may park in any available parking space at Little Blessings Learning

Center or Strafford School. New Hampshire state law requires that automobiles are turned off and the keys are removed when dropping off and picking up your child.

Children should not be left unattended in vehicles at any time.

Car Seats:

Children under 8 years of age must be restrained in a car seat or booster seat before leaving the premises. Children 8 years or older must be restrained with a seatbelt. For more information on proper use of car seats please visit the websites listed below. Most local police departments can offer car set inspection information to parents.

http://buckleupnhorg.ipage.com

https://www.safercar.gov/parents/CarSeats/Right-Car-Seat-Age-Size.htm?view=full

Authorization for Release:

Children will only be released to authorized adults as listed on the Enrollment Form. In the event that we do not recognize or have not met an authorized person we will ask for identification (i.e. driver’s license). Written or verbal permission may be given by parents for alternate persons, with proper identification.

Absences:

Parents are requested to inform staff if their child will not be in attendance for the day by notifying staff in advance, via Procare, or calling, texting or e-mailing the Executive Director.

Media/Photography:

KinderCampus staff take photographs and videos of enrolled children on a regular basis for family enjoyment and business purposes. Strafford KinderCampus retains all rights, title, and interest in these materials and may use and disseminate them in a variety of ways, in its sole judgment. Strafford KinderCampus takes care that any use, display, or dissemination of photographs or videos of children is for family enjoyment, its general business purposes, is accomplished in a thoughtful, safe, and secure manner appropriate under the particular circumstances. KinderCampus generally uses media to communicate with families and to illustrate the daily curriculum, to chronicle a child’s activities and to illustrate the daily curriculum, but may be used for mass media by Strafford KinderCampus.

Inclement Weather:

School Closed:

If Strafford School is closed:

Strafford school sends out a phone announcement when canceling school for the day. Area radio stations and WMUR will also announce school closings.If Strafford School is closed, Strafford KinderCampus @ Strafford School is also closed.

If Little Blessings Learning Center is closed:

A Procare message will be sent out in the morning should Little Blessings Learning Center elect to close for the day due to inclement weather. WMUR will also be notified if we close for the day. Our listing will read “Strafford KinderCampus.”

Delayed Opening:

If Strafford School announces a two-hour delay:

B.S.E. will open at 9:00 a.m.

A.S.E. will operate as usual.

If Little Blessings Learning Center announces a 90-minute delay:

Little Blessings Learning Center will open at 9:00 a.m.

Preschool and A.S.E. will operate as usual.

Early Dismissal:

If Strafford School closes early due to inclement weather:

A.S.E. will be closed.

Strafford School will provide all A.S.E. families with an Early Dismissal form

with instructions of what your child will do on early release days. They will

refer to this form if students are released early from school.

If Little Blessings Learning Center closes early due to inclement weather:

Parents of children in attendance or scheduled to attend that day will be contacted.

After School Activities Canceled:

In the event that after school activities are canceled at Strafford School:

A.S.E. parents will receive an automated call from Strafford School. We will

also send out a Procare message to all families. It will advise that the after

school program will operate on “storm hours.” This means that we are open…however, we are closing early. All parents are asked to arrive by 4:30

p.m. Thank you for your cooperation!

VI. HEALTH AND SAFETY:

Strafford KinderCampus’s goal is to support healthy development of young children. To that end, there are important health standards and procedures that must be adhered to.

Child Health Form:

At the time of enrollment, all children must have on file a Child Health Form completed by a licensed health care provider. Once children are enrolled, Heath Forms must be updated annually for children under the age of 6 years.Health Forms are available on our website.

Immunizations:

At the time of enrollment, all children must have on file an updated immunization record completed by a licensed health care provider. Each time your child receives a new immunization, please bring in an updated copy for your child’s file. Parents who choose not to have their children immunized must complete a waiver or request a letter from the child’s health care provider.

The following immunizations are required by the State of New Hampshire for children enrolled in child care: DTaP, Hep B, IVP (Polio),Hib, MMR, and VAR (Varicella/Chickenpox).

Hand Washing:

Children, staff, parents and visitors are required to wash hands after using the

bathroom, before and after preparing or eating snacks/meals, handling bodily

fluids, handling garbage, or after playing outdoors.

Illness Exclusion Policy:

The following Policy is based on New Hampshire Child Care Program Licensing Regulations:

When children are in a group setting, they are likely to become ill from time to time. Families are strongly encouraged to arrange for back up child care should their child be excluded from the program due to illness. Note that children who are well enough to be at school should be well enough to play outdoors. The best indicator of a child’s wellness is whether they are able to keep up with the other children. Please understand that caring for children who aren’t feeling well is more difficult in a group setting than caring for a sick child at home.

Signs of a healthy child include:

Eating and drinking normal amounts
Engaged and playing with others
Typical temperament

Signs of Illness:

Refusing food or drink or eating or drinking very little
Lethargic, falling asleep out of routine
Crying, needing to be held, easily upset

While we regret the inconvenience caused by strict adherence to these guidelines, our concern for all the children in our care dictates a very conservative approach when dealing with health matters. Because of conflicting medical opinions about the advisability of re-admitting children receiving treatment who still appear ill, the Center will err on the side of safety for all children when making such decisions and ask for your tolerance and understanding. Should your child contract a contagious illness, please notify the Director immediately so other parents can be alerted to the possibility of exposure.

If children present with symptoms and are unable to participate in daily activities, parents will be contacted. We may call to discuss the symptoms your child is encountering, or we may be calling to request that you pick up your child. Often, we see early symptoms as a warning of a larger problem. Children will be excluded from the program with any of the symptoms listed below. If you have questions about your child’s wellness, do not hesitate to talk with a member of our team.

Parents will be contacted if children are experiencing:

Vomiting
Diarrhea (not associated with diet or medication)
Severe nasal, chest congestion and/or cough
Persistent complaints of throat, ear or stomach pain with or without fever
Severe fatigue or lethargy
A temperature of 100.9 Fahrenheit with ear thermometer
Uncontrolled bleeding (other than minor cuts and scrapes)
Any illness impairing or prohibiting the child’s participation in regular activities
Any illness or injury requiring more care than staff is able to provide without compromising the health and safety of the ill or injured child or the other children in our care
Any symptoms of these communicable diseases:

COVID-19
Norovirus
Influenza
Strep
Hand Foot and Mouth
Conjunctivitis
Head Lice (No Nits)
Undiagnosed Rash
Impetigo

If your child needs to be absent due to illness, please message via Procare or e-mail straffordkindercampus@gmail.com with the nature of the illness and how long you anticipate your child will be absent, so we will not be expecting your child and can warn other families of potential exposure.In the event that your child is kept home or sent home with any of the above symptoms or conditions, he or she will not be allowed to return until they have been symptom/fever free for a full 24 hours. Children with a diagnosed bacterial infection may return 24 hours after beginning treatment with antibiotic medication if they are fever free for 24 hours and able to participate normally in the program. When any child has symptoms of or is known to have a communicable disease, we are required to contact the bureau of disease control and prevention for instructions regarding whether/how long the ill child is required to be excluded from the program.

Medications:

Strafford KinderCampus staff only administers medications when absolutely

necessary. It is imperative that parents complete a Medication Administration Form

whenever their child needs a medication, being sure to indicate the time and amount of the last dosage given to the child.The Center and its staff accept no responsibility or liability for any error or omission regarding administration of medication.

We recommend asking the pharmacist for a second prescription bottle; one for school and one for home. Medications cannot be mixed with food or beverages without medical advice. All medications must be in the original container, be within the expiration date with the dosing requirements based on the age and or weight of the child. Staff will administer prescription medications according to the prescription label and/or directions from a medical provider and with a completed Medication Administration Form.

Non-prescription medications including Tylenol, cold and cough medications are only administered as advised by a parent guardian. Doses administered must be signed by a parent at pick-up time. KinderCampus staff can apply topical creams and ointments based on the directions on the label and with a completed Medication Administration Form.

Children requiring emergency medications such as a rescue inhaler, allergy medications, or epi-pen must leave required medications on site with a signed Action Plan signed by both the parent and physician with step by step instructions on when to give the medication and at what dose. A Medication Administration Form will be completed should any emergency medication be administered, and must be signed by a parent at pick-up time.

Sunscreen and Insect Repellent:

Strafford KinderCampus staff can only apply sunscreen and insect repellent with parent consent. Please send in your choice of sunscreen and insect repellent

within the expiration date to be applied with written consent as needed throughout the day.

Sleeping and Naps:

In accordance with licensing regulations, all children in attendance more than 5 hours at the Program will have an opportunity to rest or sleep each day. Children will be provided with a quiet place to sleep. Parents should provide for their child a nap mat or sleeping bag to be used only for your child. Pre-School children are encouraged to clean up their nap mats after rest time. A large reusable bag for nap mat storage labeled with your child’s name will be provided. All washable fabrics are sent home weekly for washing.

Children must rest for at least 30 minutes each day. Children who do not fall asleep after 30 minutes will be given quiet activities, books or puzzles or table choices. It is best practice not to wake children, however, children may be woken up from nap with written parent permission.

Emergency Procedures:

Please refer to the Emergency Operating Procedures which have been specifically created for each location.

VII. NUTRITION:

One of our goals for children is to support healthy eating habits that last a lifetime. We believe that mealtime is such a wonderful time to sit, visit, and instill healthy eating habits. We believe that when children listen to their bodies they learn self-regulation and this can increase a child’s self-esteem. We support children’s internal cues by asking them to listen to their bodies. We ask the children questions such as: “are you feeling hungry?”, “is your belly full?” or “are you feeling thirsty?” We do our very best to avoid controlling feeding practices and encourage children to try a wide variety of foods. We also support their ability to understand learning when their bellies feel full. As we know, childhood obesity is a growing epidemic in this country, which can be prevented by teaching healthy eating habits. When we encourage children to listen to their bodies and we model healthy eating, we promote wellness. We build self-esteem through our practices by giving children the confidence in their decision making and encouraging them to make healthy choices.

Strafford KinderCampus encourages families to provide well rounded, whole foods at mealtimes. When all of the foods children are offered are healthy this helps to eliminate mealtime power struggles. Children should bring an adequate amount of nutritionally sound snacks each day. Children have the opportunity to have a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack each day. Children have access to water throughout the day. Please send in a water bottle for your child daily. To promote healthy nutrition, candy and gum are not permitted to be brought to school.

Dietary Restrictions & Food Allergies:

To avoid serious allergic reactions and the potential of anaphylaxis shock, parents of children with an identified food allergy should provide Benadryl and an Epi-pen, and an Action Plan should be on hand each day and on field trips. We will allow for a designated “allergy free” eating space to accommodate a safe eating space for your child to reduce the risk of cross contamination from other students.

If a child has any special dietary needs, please include this information on the registration form and inform the childcare staff.

Please notify your child’s teacher should your child have a food allergy.

Food Restriction Policy for Children Under Age 3

To ensure the safety and well-being of children under the age of 3 and minimizing the risk of choking during meal and snack times, we have implemented the following policy:

Strafford KinderCampus is committed to providing a safe eating environment for all children. Due to the increased risk of choking in children under the age of 3, specific food restrictions will be enforced in accordance with best practices and child safety guidelines.

The following foods are not permitted for children under 3 years of age while in our care:

Whole grapes (must be cut lengthwise into quarters)
Hot dogs (must be sliced lengthwise and then into small pieces)
Raw carrots or other hard raw vegetables (must be steamed and cut into small pieces)
Popcorn
Nuts and seeds
Hard candies or gum
Marshmallows
Large chunks of meat or cheese
Peanut butter (unless thinly spread and paired with soft bread or crackers)
Chips or pretzels
Dried fruit (must be chopped into small, manageable pieces)
Other hard or cylinder shaped food that may cause a choking risk

All food served to children under 3 will be cut into age-appropriate sizes. Staff shall be trained to recognize and respond to choking emergencies. Children will be seated and supervised during all meals and snacks.

Parents are asked to follow these guidelines when sending food from home. Any food items that pose a choking risk will be returned home or modified by staff if possible.

VIII. RELATIONSHIPS AND COMMUNICATION:

A quality early childhood experience begins with a good relationship and positive communication between parents and faculty. The teaching team encourages parent input and values cooperative relationships with parents. We welcome parent participation, your input and feedback. To ensure consistent care between home and school, we encourage parents to spend a few minutes every day talking with the teachers at drop off or pick up, by e-mail or by phone.

Parent Contact Information:

Parents should make every effort to keep their contact information up to date.

If there is any change to a parent's normal routines, it is important to communicate this to the staff. Children are affected by change in daily routines, regardless of how insignificant we may think it is, and this is helpful information for staff to know.

Information Communication:

KinderCampus utilizes Procare for sharing information. This allows for families to receive the information both on the Procare App, and in their e-mail. Any family requiring assistance using the Procare App should speak with their child’s teacher. Pictures of daily activities are also included in our monthly Newsletters, which can be found on our website.

Open Door Policy:

KinderCampus has an open door policy and parents are encouraged to visit at any time. Parents are also welcome to participate in curriculum activities including reading and singing with children, sharing a skill, by participating in field trips or sharing a special family tradition. We also encourage family participation in our special events. Friends or other family members are also welcome to visit with parental consent.

Parent Concerns:

Parents are our clients. We are here to listen and work through any questions or concerns should they arise. We encourage parents to talk with teachers about issues regarding their children. If the problem is still unresolved, parents and teachers should direct their concerns to the Director.

Contacting Teachers:

Parents are welcome to message their child’s teachers any time using their Procare app. Parent-Teacher Conferences are always available upon request.

Please do not contact teachers for Center business by texting or instant messaging to their personal devices. The best way to contact your child’s teacher is by sending a message via Procare.

E-Mail:

E-mails will be responded to as soon as possible. The priority is to be with the children, and the Executive Director may not always be able to respond immediately. If ever your message is urgent, please contact us on the office phone at (603) 817-3571.

Conferences:

Parents can request to meet with members of their child’s teaching team at

any time. Parent teacher conferences are available upon request to review

child progress.

IX. GUIDANCE:

Strafford KinderCampus has a philosophy of positive guidance, incorporating creative teaching and involvement to help children develop self-discipline and inner control over their actions. It is based on mutual respect and an understanding of children's needs and development. Positive guidance uses redirection, verbalization of misunderstandings, consistency, and acceptance of feelings, firmness, and fairness. Children are encouraged to express their feelings verbally as well as to discuss and resolve conflicts rather than "act out" their feelings. Discipline, like any other life skill, is a learning process. In our Programs this process is carried out by:

Providing a positive learning environment where there is consistency and

Routine;

Setting reasonable rules, limits and expectations that are developmentally appropriate;

Using redirection to refocus a child’s attention, achieve a more positive outcome and avoid unnecessary confrontations;
Utilize positive guidance by praising and reinforcing appropriate behavior;
Modeling behavior and language for children to follow;
Serving as role models for appropriate behavior;
Creating an environment that is safe and comfortable for all children;
Stating clear and consistent rules and limits that develop self-control, self-discipline and positive self-esteem;
Acknowledging and respecting each child’s feelings;3
Developing consistent and ongoing communication between teaching staff and families;
Providing continuous supervision by staff during disciplinary actions,

Families are asked to follow these same guidelines at home as well as at the Program. This is a children’s Program – they need to feel safe here. We cannot let the child’s trust in us or in the program be broken. We will not allow other children to make unsafe choices while in the presence of other children and staff. The child will be removed from the classroom and remain under the direct supervision of the Director and/or Site Director until the child becomes in control of his/her behavior, so that other children will remain safe at all times. If unsafe behavior continues, or if a child becomes threatening or abusive, then the child’s parent/guardian will be contacted and asked to pick the child up from the Program. If this behavior becomes chronic, this may result in termination from the program. To that end, we will not allow abusive, neglectful, physical, corporal, humiliating or frightening treatment or

punishment of children. We will not yell or curse at a child. Consequently, we firmly insist that no parent ever hit, physically mishandle, humiliate, yell or curse at their child or any other child while in the program or while on a program outing. Behaviors learned at home are often mirrored in the classroom.

X. ENRICHMENT:

Outdoor Play:

To promote overall healthy development, outdoor play is generally planned

three times daily. Parents should provide outdoor play appropriate outdoor

clothing that is clearly labeled. Outside time is only cancelled in the event of

inclement weather, severe cold, or extreme heat. See the Outdoor Play Policy for additional information.

Field Trips:

Field trips encourage broad awareness of the environment and develop self-

assurance in children. They also provide opportunities to improve social skills

and discover exciting new worlds. Children in our Summer Camp Program will

periodically travel on field trips. Notice will be posted at least forty-eight hours

in advance. Written permission forms must be completed for a child to attend

each trip. A First Aid kit is always available and attendance is checked often.

Transportation will be provided by center staff. An adult will supervise each group. All riders will use age appropriate safety seats and seat belts at all times.

Swimming:

Children may have an opportunity to swim during Summer field trips. Signed

permission slips are required for each field trip. Parents are asked to provide

swim diapers for children who are not fully toilet trained and life jackets are

recommended. Swim suits and a dry towel should be sent in daily during

Summer Camp. All KinderCampus Staff are water-certified.

Live Pets and Animals:

Because they play a valuable role in children’s development, our classrooms are encouraged to have direct access to classroom pets each day. In accordance with common sense and licensing regulations, children and staff will practice good hygiene and hand washing when pets or their accessories are handled. Children may not bring their live pets from home into the Center unless discussed in advance

with the classroom teachers.

Clothing and Footwear:

Each day, children need to wear weather appropriate clothing for both indoors and out. Slip-on, play clothes are recommended because when children are learning it can get messy and dirty! When your family has plans after hours, please feel free to use our bathroom to clean up and change your child to a fresh set of clothes. Draw strings on clothing or hats should be no longer than 6 inches or have a toggle. Children's clothing should be comfortable, allowing complete freedom of movement, washable, and suitable for daily indoor and outdoor activities.Since children spend time outdoors almost every day, parents should consider weather conditions when planning daily dress. A complete change of clothing (every item labeled) should be kept in your child’s backpack. To encourage development of independent bathroom skills, children's clothing should be easy for them to manipulate with a minimum of assistance. For example, preschoolers should refrain from overalls, belts, and other clothing that may be difficult for them to manipulate on their own. Children should have clothing/sunhats that are free of draw strings. Please provide non-

slip shoes that are sturdy and protect children’s growing bones, muscles and cartilage for both indoors and out. We highly recommend a sneaker or athletic shoe. Please do not send your child in open-toed shoes, flip flops, crocks or slippers. Water shoes that encompass the entire foot are required for outdoor water play.

Hats:

Children need a labeled hat for both cold and hot weather.

Regulating Body Temperature:

Teachers monitor temperatures and weather patterns throughout the day. We teach children to be aware of their body temperature and encourage them to add or remove clothing based on their comfort level. Please provide your child with a sweatshirt or fleece kept in your child’s backpack.

Jewelry:

For safety reasons, we recommend that children do not wear any jewelry while at school. Stud earrings are acceptable.

Screen Time:

B.S.E./A.S.E.: Movies on projector are occasionally shown during aftercare. Children attending before and after school care are permitted to bring electronics with parent permission. Students are allowed to use electronics at the discretion of the Site Director. Students must sit at a table designed for electronics only. Children who do not have electronics are not permitted to observe students who are using them. Screen time is closely monitored by staff members.

Little Blessings: Tablets/phones are not permitted at KinderCampus (with the exception of camp weeks) unless previously arranged with teachers in special circumstances. Educational shows or rest time music may be played on the television during rest time. Gross motor activities (yoga, dance music, etc.) may also be shown during the day when weather does not permit us to go outside.

Personal Belongings:

Except for special items needed to smooth the transition from home, toys and personal belongings from home should be limited to "show-and-tell" days. This will avoid lost possessions and hurt feelings. Children should not bring in candy, gum, or money. The Center will make reasonable efforts to safeguard children's personal belongings and clothing, but will not be responsible for lost or damaged items.

XI. CURRICULUM:

Emergent Curriculum:

Strafford KinderCampus utilizes Emergent Curriculum as a framework for early learning. With an Emergent Curriculum, children are given the opportunity to explore and discover the world around them by matching their development and their interests. In this warm and caring setting, teachers are guides to learning and the classrooms are a museum of learning areas. Each day the classroom’s learning centers, routines and the curriculum inspire children’s curiosity. Every moment of the children’s day is planned with intention and experiences that promote learning. The goal is to provide an educational experience that promotes social and emotional wellbeing while promoting the multiple intelligences of each child. Through observations, we gather information about the individual child’s development and interests and create educational opportunities where the child can learn and grow at their own speed. It is never our intention to push children too hard or too fast which can set them up for failure. Once teachers complete observations, they provide materials and an environment that supports quality early learning. Strafford KinderCampus focuses on the well-being and early education of children. Our philosophy is that if children are happy and healthy that they are ready to learn. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has recently published Milestone Moments. These researched based materials give parents and teachers a concise way to discuss your child’s development from birth to five years. There is information on what parents can do to support your child’s growth and learning at home and a guide outlining what to do if your child has not reached a milestone. Take a look at these materials as well as the “Your Baby/Your Child” sections to gain an understanding of the developmental milestones that correlate to your child’s age.

KinderCampus believes that these tools provide a focal point for parent-teacher

communication to answer the question, “What did I Learn Today?” The materials can be found at www.cdc.gov/milestones.

Each day children are given the chance to explore: Physical Development, Social and Emotional Development, Approaches to Learning, Creative Learning Aesthetic Development, Communication and Literacy Development, Health and Safety and Cognitive Development

Character Building Education:

As part of our curriculum, we focus on building character. Each month, we target a new character value to focus upon. Teachers are incorporating activities and examples into their everyday teaching to help students strengthen their skills. When teachers witness exemplary demonstrations of the character value, they recognize students with a Strafford KinderCampus Leadership Award. At the beginning of each month, the new value for the current month is introduced with a fun video, story or a guest speaker. The speaker introduces the students to his/her career and discusses how he/she utilizes that character value within his/her job. If anyone would like to share their career with our class please let us know!

September- Respect

October- Safety

November- Responsibility

December- Gratitude

January- Tolerance

February- Kindness

March- Empathy

April- Resilience

May- Honesty

June- Trustworthiness

Faith-Based Practices:

Little Blessings celebrates Faith in a variety of ways. We incorporate lessons from the series “God made me” and “God made the World”, in our art projects, in songs, we learn about Saints, we pray before meals, we talk about Easter, Advent, Christmas, Hanukkah, and other religious Holidays. If your family has a Holiday you would like us to acknowledge, please let your child’s teachers know. We celebrate all Faiths!

The Prayers we commonly practice are:

Grace before meals:

“God is Great, God is Good. Let us Thank Him for our Food. Amen.”

The Lord’s Prayer (Pre-K, normally in song):

“Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.”

Songs:

We often learn Faith-based songs during music class and in our classrooms. We invite families to join us at Christmas time and at our end of the year Celebration in June, to hear your children sing some of the songs that they have learned throughout the school year.

Respect for Diverse Families and Culture:

Strafford KinderCampus respects and values a diverse community. Together with families, we expose children to a variety of cultural experiences as part of our daily planning. Our multi-cultural, anti-bias curriculum provides year round exploration of family cultures and traditions.

Celebrations and Holidays:

KinderCampus prides itself for being respectful of all who are part of the Strafford KinderCampus family. Holidays which are relevant and interesting to young children are acknowledged, but few are celebrated at the Center. Many Holidays are discussed as part of the curriculum and included as part of the classroom activities. Children and families are encouraged to participate by sharing family traditions and celebrations that represent the children’s heritage. If your family is opposed to your child participating in ANY Holiday celebration, please notify the Director.

XII. LITTLE BLESSINGS DAILY SCHEDULE:

Little Lambs (Ages 1-2.5)
7:30-9:00	Welcome and Indoor/Outdoor Free Play / Table Activities
9:00-9:30	Wash Hands / Morning Snack
9:30-10:00	Bathroom / Diapers / Wash Hands
10:00-11:00	Indoor Free Play / Art Activity / Sensory Play
11:00-11:30	Bathroom / Diapers / Wash Hands
11:30-12:15	Lunch / Wash Hands
12:15-2:00	Rest Time / Quiet Activities
2:00-2:30	Bathroom / Diapers / Wash Hands
2:30-3:00	Afternoon Snack / Wash Hands
3:00-4:30	Outdoor/Indoor Free Play / Diapers / Wash Hands / Dismissal

Little Saints (Ages 2.5-4)
7:30-8:55	Welcome and Indoor/Outdoor Free Play
9:00-9:30	Wash Hands / Morning Snack
9:30-10:00	Bathroom / Diapers / Wash Hands
10:20-11:00	Circle, Story, Guided Group Activities
11:00-11:55	Indoor Recess / Free Play
11:30-11:55	Bathroom / Diapers / Wash Hands
12:00-12:30	Lunch
12:30-12:45	Lunch clean-up / Bathroom / Diapers / Wash Hands
12:45-2:30	Rest Time / Quiet Activities
2:20-2:40	Wash Hands / Afternoon Snack / Wash Hands
2:50-4:30	Outdoor/Indoor Recess / Free Play / Students Dismissed
3:30-4:00	Bathroom / Diapers / Wash Hands

Little Angels (Ages 4-5)
7:30-8:45	Welcome and Indoor/Outdoor Free Play
8:45-9:00	Clean up / Bathroom / Wash Hands
9:00-9:30	Morning Snack / Bathroom / Wash Hands
9:30-11:00	Academics (Circle, Story, Guided Group Activities)
11:00-12:00	Outdoor/Indoor Recess / Free Play
12:00-1:00	Bathroom / Wash Hands / Lunch / Wash Hands
1:00-1:30	Rest Time / Quiet Activities / Outdoor Free Play
1:30-2:30	Guided Group Activities
2:30-3:00	Bathroom / Wash Hands / Afternoon Snack / Wash Hands
3:00-4:30	Outdoor/Indoor Recess / Free Play / Students Dismissed

Things to Bring for Preschool:

Snacks & Lunch:

At least two morning and two afternoon snacks, a water bottle, and hot or cold

lunch. Grapes and hotdogs should be cut in half for children under 3. (See Nutrition for additional information.)

Extra Clothes:

At least one complete change of clothes including shirt, pants, under clothing, socks, sweatshirt, and gloves and a hat during Winter Months.

Shoes:

Sneakers with a sole and tread are recommended. Please do not send your child in party shoes, flip flops, Crocs or sandals. Outdoor shoes appropriate for the weather.

Nap Materials:

Sleeping bag, blanket or small nap mat to be left at the Center. Small stuffed animal or pacifier if desired.Sleeping bags will be sent home on Fridays to be washed.

Sunscreen / Insect Repellent:

When appropriate, please have these items labeled with your child’s name. Please be sure to fill out a medication administration form for each product.

WHAT NOT TO BRING:

Toys and Candy. Special toys from home.

XIII. B.S.E. and A.S.E. DAILY SCHEDULES:

Morning Care
7:00-7:30	Welcome and Indoor Free Activity Time
7:30-7:50	Teacher Lead Enrichment Activity
7:50-8:15	Outdoor/Indoor (weather dependent) Gross Motor Play
8:15-8:30	Handwashing/Breakfast or Early Morning Snack/Handwashing
8:30	Students Dismissed to Class
Afternoon Care
3:10-3:15	Arrival and Check-in
3:15-3:30	Homework / Wash Hands / Snack / Wash Hands
3:30-3:50	Teacher Lead Enrichment Activity or Homework
3:50-6:00	Outdoor/Indoor Recess / Gross Motor Play / Students Dismissed

Additional Notes:

Hill Library Activities:

Students will be transported to activities at Hill Library when parents sign them up through Hill Library. By registering children for these activities parents give their permission for their child to be transported to Hill Library by Strafford KinderCampus and/or Hill Library Staff. Furthermore, parents authorize the staff of Strafford KinderCampus and Hill Library to provide simple first aid treatment to their child if necessary. In the event of a more serious illness or injury, parents give permission for their child to be transported to a hospital or other emergency medical facility to receive emergency medical treatment. Parents also authorize ambulance/rescue squad attendants to administer such treatment as is medically necessary, and authorize licensed health practitioners working in the hospital or emergency medical facility to examine and provide emergency medical treatment to their child if warranted. Parents understand that they will be contacted by child care program or library staff personnel as soon as possible regarding any emergency involving their child. In the event of an emergency, parents will be contacted at the phone number given at the time they registered their child for the activity. Parents understand that their child will be out of the care of Strafford KinderCampus staff during these activities and under the direction of Hill Library Staff. Children MUST be picked up at Hill Library at the completion of the activity. Children will NOT be transported back to Strafford School.

Screen Time:

Movies on projector are occasionally shown during aftercare. Children attending before and after school care are permitted to bring electronics with parent permission. Students are allowed to use electronics at the discretion of the Site Director. Students must sit at a table designed for electronics only. Children who do not have electronics are not permitted to observe students who are using them. Screen time is closely monitored by staff members.

Sunscreen / Insect Repellent:

When appropriate, please have these items labeled with your child’s name. Please be sure to fill out a medication administration form for each product. Children may not carry Sunscreen or Insect Repellent in their backpacks.These must be left with staff for application