Enrollment
Openings Available
Contact me for details or be added to the Waitlist.
(Email response is faster than waiting for a return call.)
Telephone: 240-535-8010 (leave message)
RATES:
Infant to two years - $260.00 per week
Two to potty trained - $200.00 per week
Potty trained to four years - $195.00 per week
Infant to two years - $260.00 per week
Two to potty trained - $200.00 per week
Potty trained to four years - $195.00 per week
School System Employee Policy:
(Two Years +)
*Non-Refundable Summer Holding Fee equal
to two weeks fees with a maximum of 9 weeks off + follow school schedule throughout the year.
(Two Years +)
*Non-Refundable Summer Holding Fee equal
to two weeks fees with a maximum of 9 weeks off + follow school schedule throughout the year.
Sibling Policy:
$10.00 off per week for older child.
$10.00 off per week for older child.
- Registered through the Maryland State Department of Education
- Maryland Child Care Credential participant at level 4+
- Maryland EXCELS Level 3
- Excellent long-term references
- 20+ years experience
- CPR/First Aid/SIDS Certified and all required training
- Competitive Rates
- Convenient Location
- Small group setting
- Non-smoking environment
- Fenced yard
- Community Playground
Enrollment:
1. Telephone Interview - I receive telephone calls daily from parents looking for care. I am extremely busy during the daycare hours so if I do not answer, leave a message and I will return your call in the evening. During the telephone interview I will answer most questions. Parents are usually interested in hours, rates, openings, etc. I will ask similar questions, such as the age of the child, previous childcare arrangements, developmental milestones, etc. During this interview we will set up a time for an evening interview where the parent can come to my home with the child and see my environment. I do not experience high turnover in my small group so I cannot guarantee there is an opening. If there is no opening available, you can add your name to my waiting list; I will contact you as soon as an opening becomes available.
2. Evening Interview with Parent and Child - I will discuss my policies in detail and answer any daycare related questions. We will discuss your child's specific needs and review paperwork for my program. Please bring your child with you so he/she can meet me, and I he/she. During the interview you will receive a copy of my References and other information to help you make a decision. You may request a copy of my Parent Handbook before the interview to prepare your questions. Afterward, I will look to hear from you within 48 hours. If you want the space, be prepared to wait until all of my scheduled interviews have taken place before a decision is made to fill the space. If you do not want the space, that is fine, but I would appreciate a call either way. If for any reason you cannot make your scheduled interview, please call to cancel to re-schedule. I will offer the same courtesy. If an interview is not cancelled and the parent fails to show up, another interview will not be granted.
3. Intent to Enroll - When your child has been offered a space in my care, please be prepared to submit the Intent to Enroll form immediately along with the Enrollment Fee. Please make check payable to: Linda Church
4: Upon receipt of the Intent to Enroll and the Enrollment Fee, I will email you an Enrollment Acceptance, along with the current Parent Handbook and other required forms. Payment must begin on the date listed on the Enrollment Acceptance form regardless of your child's attendance.
5 Complete Your Enrollment
Enrollment is completed by submitting the remaining forms and the first week's payment. Be sure to take time to read through and become familiar with the program policies contained in the Parent Handbook before your child's first day of attendance.
6. First Day of Care - A child's first day of care is often times difficult. The parent is asked not to delay leaving because it makes it more difficult for the child. More times than not, children are fine after the parent is out of their sight. The parent may call, text, or email to check on the child during the day.
Note: Trial Period - There is a four week trial period for every new child. If for any reason the parent or provider does not wish to continue services, a verbal notification can be given. After the trial period is up, the child care Agreement becomes effective and a two week notice for termination of care will be required.
Maintaining Enrollment:
· Parent Responsibilities - Open communication, on time payment of fees, on time for drop-off and pick-up, keeping medical records up-to-date, signing-in/out, signing the CACFP sheet monthly, furnishing supplies as needed, keeping their child home when necessary.
· Parent Policies - All families are required to adhere to the policies set forth in the parent handbook and contract.
· Required Forms - All families are required to maintain up to date forms designated by the state. The required forms are available on this web site for your convenience. Click here
· Provider Responsibilities - Open communication, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for each child, being reliable, and supplying receipts and end of year tax information. My goal is to provide all of the children in my care, a clean, safe, comfortable, loving, home-like environment, where they can play and learn. Respect toward self, others and the environment will be emphasized. I believe in the value of both structured and flexible schedules. Structured activities will include regular reading time, arts and crafts, music, indoor and outdoor large motor play, table play and structured learning. Please don't expect my home or your child to be perfectly clean at pickup time. We may do messy activities, but will do our best to maintain cleanliness and order. The fun and the well-being of the children will always take precedence over cleanliness.
If you have any questions feel free to Email Me.
1. Telephone Interview - I receive telephone calls daily from parents looking for care. I am extremely busy during the daycare hours so if I do not answer, leave a message and I will return your call in the evening. During the telephone interview I will answer most questions. Parents are usually interested in hours, rates, openings, etc. I will ask similar questions, such as the age of the child, previous childcare arrangements, developmental milestones, etc. During this interview we will set up a time for an evening interview where the parent can come to my home with the child and see my environment. I do not experience high turnover in my small group so I cannot guarantee there is an opening. If there is no opening available, you can add your name to my waiting list; I will contact you as soon as an opening becomes available.
2. Evening Interview with Parent and Child - I will discuss my policies in detail and answer any daycare related questions. We will discuss your child's specific needs and review paperwork for my program. Please bring your child with you so he/she can meet me, and I he/she. During the interview you will receive a copy of my References and other information to help you make a decision. You may request a copy of my Parent Handbook before the interview to prepare your questions. Afterward, I will look to hear from you within 48 hours. If you want the space, be prepared to wait until all of my scheduled interviews have taken place before a decision is made to fill the space. If you do not want the space, that is fine, but I would appreciate a call either way. If for any reason you cannot make your scheduled interview, please call to cancel to re-schedule. I will offer the same courtesy. If an interview is not cancelled and the parent fails to show up, another interview will not be granted.
3. Intent to Enroll - When your child has been offered a space in my care, please be prepared to submit the Intent to Enroll form immediately along with the Enrollment Fee. Please make check payable to: Linda Church
4: Upon receipt of the Intent to Enroll and the Enrollment Fee, I will email you an Enrollment Acceptance, along with the current Parent Handbook and other required forms. Payment must begin on the date listed on the Enrollment Acceptance form regardless of your child's attendance.
5 Complete Your Enrollment
Enrollment is completed by submitting the remaining forms and the first week's payment. Be sure to take time to read through and become familiar with the program policies contained in the Parent Handbook before your child's first day of attendance.
6. First Day of Care - A child's first day of care is often times difficult. The parent is asked not to delay leaving because it makes it more difficult for the child. More times than not, children are fine after the parent is out of their sight. The parent may call, text, or email to check on the child during the day.
Note: Trial Period - There is a four week trial period for every new child. If for any reason the parent or provider does not wish to continue services, a verbal notification can be given. After the trial period is up, the child care Agreement becomes effective and a two week notice for termination of care will be required.
Maintaining Enrollment:
· Parent Responsibilities - Open communication, on time payment of fees, on time for drop-off and pick-up, keeping medical records up-to-date, signing-in/out, signing the CACFP sheet monthly, furnishing supplies as needed, keeping their child home when necessary.
· Parent Policies - All families are required to adhere to the policies set forth in the parent handbook and contract.
· Required Forms - All families are required to maintain up to date forms designated by the state. The required forms are available on this web site for your convenience. Click here
· Provider Responsibilities - Open communication, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for each child, being reliable, and supplying receipts and end of year tax information. My goal is to provide all of the children in my care, a clean, safe, comfortable, loving, home-like environment, where they can play and learn. Respect toward self, others and the environment will be emphasized. I believe in the value of both structured and flexible schedules. Structured activities will include regular reading time, arts and crafts, music, indoor and outdoor large motor play, table play and structured learning. Please don't expect my home or your child to be perfectly clean at pickup time. We may do messy activities, but will do our best to maintain cleanliness and order. The fun and the well-being of the children will always take precedence over cleanliness.
If you have any questions feel free to Email Me.
*Linda's Family Child Care is open to all children eight weeks to three years, regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, handicap, or sexual orientation.