We’re committed to providing high-quality care at a fair and transparent rate. Below are key details about payments, policies, and optional services.

🗓️ Payment Schedule

When to Pay:

• Friday afternoon before the week of service

• Monday morning of the current service week

Rate Options:

• Fixed Rate – Pay for a reserved slot, regardless of attendance

• Adjustable Rate – Pay based on actual hours attended
  Note: You must choose one rate type at enrollment and stick with it.

⏰ Late Payments

• $5 late fee if payment is 3+ days overdue

• If fees are 2 weeks behind, placement is paused

• Slots are not held if disenrolled due to unpaid fees or fines

💳 Card Payments

We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and debit cards.

• A convenience fee of $0.25 + 1.75% applies

• Cash/check payments are discounted

🏦 Returned Checks

Returned checks will incur the bank’s processing fee.

🚪 After-Hours Pick-Up

Closing Times:

• Infant & Toddler Rooms: 5:30 p.m. (Yellow, Gold, Lime, and Green Rooms)

• Center: 6:00 p.m.

Late Pick-Up Fines:

• $5 per 15-minute period (or part thereof)

• Based on our front entrance time clock

• Fines are due at pick-up and are in addition to regular fees

• Unpaid fines may result in termination of placement

Please call if you’re running late. If we can’t reach you or your emergency contacts, we may be required to contact local authorities.

🌴 Vacation Policy

• Up to 2 weeks per calendar year

• Must be taken in weekly blocks

• Fees reduced to half rate with 2 weeks’ written notice

• Vacation time does not carry over

🤒 Illness Policy

To maintain placement, full fees are expected during absences.
If illness lasts more than 5 consecutive days:

• Week 1: Full fees apply

• Weeks 2–3: No charge if:

• You must notify the Administrator during Week 1

• You provide a doctor’s note

Consult the Administrator if illness extends beyond this period.

📤 Withdrawal Policy

• Two weeks’ written notice required

• Families are responsible for payment during this notice period

• If no notice is given, fees apply for two weeks after the child stops attending

💰 Tuition & Fees

Effective July 3, 2023
Please check with the front desk to confirm current rates.