CURRICULUM
The curriculum provides for the total well rounded child, and varies with the child’s individual stage of development. Experiences in language development, mathematics, and reading readiness are combined with the appreciation of nature, science, art, and music. Sand, water play, and cooking, as well as exercise and activities for large muscle development and coordination are included in the well rounded program. Exposure to a variety of skills that promote development are implemented throughout the day. Curriculum plans are posted daily.
FACULTY
The faculty includes state certified teachers, and individuals trained and experienced in Early Childhood Education. The faculty receives 15 hours of training annually, First Aid, and CPR in order for Children’s Place to meet type A licensing requirements. The program also has access to a variety of early childhood professionals in the community for resource and referral. The Director has a B.A. in Early Childhood with a minor in Child Psychology. She has 25 years experience and has administered several New Orleans area programs for the past 20 years. Most recently, she was the director of the Metairie Park Country Day School Edisen House Early Childhood program for 15 years.
AGES
Children are placed from 6 weeks through 4 years of age. Children who are 4 years old by August of the following year are encouraged to apply to community pre-k programs. Working closely with the director to make sure proper placement occurs.
Children are welcome to return to Children’s Place if the secondary school suggests another year of growth for the child. Children who are 1, 2, or 3 years of age by January or August of the following year will move with their peers on January and/or August. Curriculum will be brought to your child if more stimulation is necessary to encourage growth.
RATIOS
Babies: 3 to 1
Toddlers: 5-1
2 Year Olds: 6-1
3 and 4 Year Olds: 7-1
HOURS
Children’s Place is open from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday – Friday. Full day, ¾ day, and ½ day options available as well as 2,3, or 5 days weekly. Children’s Place closes a week in June, August, and over the winter holidays; besides MLK day, 3 days at Mardi Gras, Easter Weekend, Memorial and Labor Days, and 2 and 1 ½ days at Thanksgiving.
PHYSICAL PLANT
The environment has been designed to encourage learning and social interaction with developmentally age appropriate materials. Children’s Place meets state and city requirements for health and fire safety.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Children’s Place feels it is vital for parents and faculty to maintain close contact for the welfare of each child. Communication is always open.
TUITION
Tuition is based on a weekly fee that is multiplied by the weeks in operation (48) and divided over 12 months. Families can pay by the month, the semester (1/2 year), or for the year with a 2% discount. Families are asked to commit to the year with a $150 enrollment fee.
ADMISSIONS
Children’s Place has a non-discriminatory policy. Spaces are filled on a first come first filled basis. An enrollment fee is placed to hold a spot and is non-refundable.
