| Value Based Curriculum The new curriculum which is now guiding all Early Childhood Education facilities in the Province of New Brunswick has a number of values that will be incorporated into the daily operations of all licensed facilities. These values include the recognition and distinctiveness of childhood , children's rights, inclusiveness and equity, compassion and caring, spirituality, children's zest for living and learning, living democratically, individuality and independence, social responsibility, communication, imagination, creativity and play aesthetics. All of these values will be incorporated by the Early Childhood Educators into the Daily Program. Key Focus Area's The key focus areas of the new curriculum are broken down into 4 areas which will be in the forefront of programming for the children. These include: 1. Well Being • emotional health and positive identities • belonging • physical health 2. Play and Playfulness • imagination and creativity • playful exploration and problem solving • dizzy play
3. Communication and Literacies • communication practices • multi-model literacies • literate identities with and in communites
4. Diversity and Social Responsibilities • inclusiveness and equity • democratic practices • sustainable futures
School Readiness The concept of school readiness has been replaced by readiness to learn which addresses two broad categories of learning - social and intellectual. In the years prior to school children need to experience successful social interactions with peers including taking turns, making compromises and approaching new children. Intellectually, children benefit from opportunities for rich hands-on experiences, meaningful conversations, cooperative play with their peers which may start school at the same time. There is ample evidence that children who have had opportunities to engage with peers prior to school entry, will make a smoother transition into kindergarten. The Early Education Program certainly aims to achieve this goal by offering quality social and intellectual opportunities for all participants
Hours of Operation The Daycare program operates throughout the year, Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, excluding statutory Holidays as listed below: New Year's Day Good Friday Easter Monday Victoria Day Canada Day New Brunswick Day Labour Day Thanksgiving Day Remembrance Day Christmas Eve (close at 1pm) Christmas Day Boxing Day
Every attempt will be made to offer the Daycare Services on storm days when schools are closed. In the event of severe weather and the Club is forced to close, the cancellation notice will be aired over the radio stations no later than 6:45am.
Please note The above dates are set closure days for the Boys and Girls Club. Children who are registered full time or part time and regularly attend on such days are expected to pay for these holidays. Should the Club decide to close for additional days during the Christmas Break, parents will not be charged for these closures. **Please be advised about our new payment policy that will be placed into effect as of April 2, 2012** Fee Structure/Payment Schedule: Administration Fee: $25.00 per child Due Upon Registration
Full time fee: (those who attend 4 or 5 days per week) Fees are based on registration, not attendance $125 per week (As of February 21, 2011)
Part time Registration: (those who attend 3 days or less per week.) Fees are based on registration, not attendance $22.00 per day
LATE PICKUP FEE The Program finishes at 5:30pm. Parents who are late picking up their children will be charged a late fee pick up of $5.00 for every ten minutes after 5:30pm. This fee is payable at the time of the pick up. Program staff do understand that delays are at times unavoidable, if this happens, please call the Club and let us know that you are running late, otherwise, we would appreciate children being picked up on time. Parents who continue to arrive late will be asked to find alternate childcare. Off Site Activities/ Out Trips The Early Childhood program provides a number of out-trip opportunities for participants. A schedule of out-trips will be posted on the information board and notices will be sent home. Parents will be requested to sign an off site consent form (provided in booklet) to allow children to participate in off site activities. Activities such as daily walks or neighbourhood playgrounds are considered part of the regular program. Transportation to and from out-trips may include walking, use of the Club van, a rental vehicle or staff vehicles. All vehicles will have proper insurance coverage and drivers will hold appropriate licenses. Nutrition Daycare children will be provided with a morning snack (9:15am) lunch (12:00pm) and and afternoon snack (3:15pm). Meals and snacks are prepared in accordance with Canada's Food Guide to healthy eating and the Child Daycare Facilities Operator Standards. If a child misses breakfast at home, they may bring it with them to eat as soon as they arrive. If a child is bringing breakfast with them, please ensure that it is healthy. Items such as donuts, candy, cold pizza etc. are not good starters for the day. Also, although it is appreciated to accept homemade baked goods such as cakes or muffins for parties or special events. Any such items must come from an approved kitchen. Please talk to the staff for more information.
Personal Belongings Please label any and all items brought to the Daycare with the child's name. weaters with drawstrings or very loose clothing are not recommended due to the risk of playground choking hazards. It is recommended that children come prepared for daily outdoor play regardless of the weather in the mornng. Daily outdoor play will only be cancelled due to very wet or very cold condidtions. The following items must be provided by the parent: -change of clothes appropriate for the season, including underwear, socks and outerwear -splash pants for outdoor play -sun block (minimum SPF 30) -toothbrush and holder, toothpaste -sneakers for active play -rain boots or winter boots depending on the season -coat, hat, mittens, etc. appropriate for the season -small blanket and pilllow for nap time -diapering supplies (wipes, diapers or pull ups, cream etc. if required) | 
17 Feb 2012 6:58 AM