Explorers (for ages 3-6) |
Explorers
The Explorers program provides child care primarily for the children enrolled in the school ages three through five years of age. Children of kindergarten age who are former Ruth Washburn students and siblings from three through six years of age of current students are eligible to attend. Children from non-Co-op member families may also utilize the program as space permits with Guaranteed Option at a non-discounted rate.
The Explorers program is an extension of the preschool program in philosophy and in activities. The Explorers day typically consists of:
· Outdoor Play offered 3x daily
· Lunch brought from home. Snack is provided for Afternoon Explorers.
· Rest or nap (Please fill out attached “Getting to Know You” sheet.)
· Circle Time
· Open Exploration
Guaranteed Option
A Guaranteed Option is available for current RWCNS families at a discounted hourly rate and is offered to help those families who depend on regularly scheduled care on a monthly basis. The Guaranteed Option Explorers Sign-Up Sheet (online) must be completed by the 25th of the month prior to your desired start date. Each month thereafter, monthly charges will be added to your account. You will be billed in advance on the first of each month. If you need to make changes to your child’s schedule, please do so by the 25th of the month for the following month (i.e. if you need to make changes to March’s schedule, please do so by February 25th). Reminder: Refunds will not be given for missed days when using the Guaranteed Option – you are responsible for payment for your child’s scheduled time in Explorers including illness-related absences or school-wide snow days. You will not be billed for pre-scheduled school closures.
Sign up for Guaranteed Option at www.surveymonkey.com/r/explorers17-18
Explorers Fees
The Rate for Explorers Guaranteed Option is $3.85 for each half hour or portion of a half hour and of course the space is “guaranteed.”
The Rate for RWCNS families if not using the Guaranteed Option is $4.40 for each half hour or portion of a half hour on a space-available basis. Non-current Ruth Washburn families will pay $12 per hour or portion of an hour on a space-available basis with Guaranteed Option.
Cancellations to hourly care must be made by 10 a.m. on the day of service. No shows or cancellation after that time will be charged a $10 no show fee. Families who pick up later than 5 pm will also be charged a $10 late fee. Three late pickups will result in withdrawal from the explorers program. No refunds will be given upon administrative withdrawal.
Lunches/Snacks for Explorers
Parents are required to send their child with a lunch if they will be in Afternoon Explorers during meal time. Lunches sent for the Afternoon Explorers program should be sent in non-breakable containers with each item, including the containers, and bag clearly labeled with the child’s name. Children need a well-balanced meal containing a variety of foods. The school has a responsibility to ensure that each child brings a balanced nutritious lunch. Please see the form at school for questions about balanced lunches.
The Explorers program is an extension of the preschool program in philosophy and in activities. The Explorers day typically consists of:
· Outdoor Play offered 3x daily
· Lunch brought from home. Snack is provided for Afternoon Explorers.
· Rest or nap (Please fill out attached “Getting to Know You” sheet.)
· Circle Time
· Open Exploration
Guaranteed Option
A Guaranteed Option is available for current RWCNS families at a discounted hourly rate and is offered to help those families who depend on regularly scheduled care on a monthly basis. The Guaranteed Option Explorers Sign-Up Sheet (online) must be completed by the 25th of the month prior to your desired start date. Each month thereafter, monthly charges will be added to your account. You will be billed in advance on the first of each month. If you need to make changes to your child’s schedule, please do so by the 25th of the month for the following month (i.e. if you need to make changes to March’s schedule, please do so by February 25th). Reminder: Refunds will not be given for missed days when using the Guaranteed Option – you are responsible for payment for your child’s scheduled time in Explorers including illness-related absences or school-wide snow days. You will not be billed for pre-scheduled school closures.
Sign up for Guaranteed Option at www.surveymonkey.com/r/explorers17-18
Explorers Fees
The Rate for Explorers Guaranteed Option is $3.85 for each half hour or portion of a half hour and of course the space is “guaranteed.”
The Rate for RWCNS families if not using the Guaranteed Option is $4.40 for each half hour or portion of a half hour on a space-available basis. Non-current Ruth Washburn families will pay $12 per hour or portion of an hour on a space-available basis with Guaranteed Option.
Cancellations to hourly care must be made by 10 a.m. on the day of service. No shows or cancellation after that time will be charged a $10 no show fee. Families who pick up later than 5 pm will also be charged a $10 late fee. Three late pickups will result in withdrawal from the explorers program. No refunds will be given upon administrative withdrawal.
Lunches/Snacks for Explorers
Parents are required to send their child with a lunch if they will be in Afternoon Explorers during meal time. Lunches sent for the Afternoon Explorers program should be sent in non-breakable containers with each item, including the containers, and bag clearly labeled with the child’s name. Children need a well-balanced meal containing a variety of foods. The school has a responsibility to ensure that each child brings a balanced nutritious lunch. Please see the form at school for questions about balanced lunches.