FAQ's
When is the Center open?
6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.
How old are children served by the Center?
6 weeks to 10 years.
Does CCCC provide before and after school care?
Yes.
Do you teach children as well as care for them?
Yes! Carroll Child Care Center is the region's most credentialed
Pre-K school. We hold two certifications from the Maryland State
Department of Education (MSDE), one for instructional excellence
and another for being one of the State’s top programs in exceeding
MSDE training & education requirements for early childhood instructors. Our
Center is the only County program to be certified by MSDE at Level
4. To teach your child, we use MSDE-recommended curricula, generally
considered the best in the State. Our food program is unique. We
offer free, completely subsidized meals (breakfast, lunch, snacks)
to all of our children five days a week.
 "Carroll Childcare Center has cared for our children for 10 years. Throughout
that time, we always knew they were treasured, nurtured and safe.
Our children loved the Center. In fact, they usually didn’t want
to leave! The staff is second to none. It's a testament to the organization
that so many Center employees have served for so many years, something
you don’t see in care-giving of any kind. We extend heartfelt thanks
to Carroll Child Care Center. We entrusted you with all that was
precious to us, and you helped us shape great children!"
Heather & Steve Powell
What about meals & snacks?
We feed every child a balanced and nutritious breakfast,
hot lunch, and afternoon snack each day. These meals are covered by tuition.
How much does the Center charge for tuition?
For details about our pricing, download the Rates, Fees & Subsidies PDF.
When is Tuition due?
Tuition is due every Monday for that week.
What are my payment options?
We encourage automatic debiting from checking or other accounts. We
also accept credit and debit cards from VISA, MasterCard, and Discover,
as well as personal checks and cash. Checks and cash may be deposited
in our 'drop box' in the Center lobby. To address payment options
and related matters, contact the Carroll Child Care Center.
What tuition discounts are available?
The Center's Rates, Fees & Subsidies (PDF) explains the five (5) discount programs and subsidies for qualifying
families. To apply for or receive more informaiton about our Sliding Scale Subsidy Program, click here.
What other fees might I pay?
Unlike other childcare programs, Carroll Child Care Center doesn't
charge for services you expect to be included. Here are the additional
fees we assess:
Registration
A non-refundable fee of $40 for the first child and $10 for each
additional child must be paid with the enrollment
application.
Security Deposit
Advance payment of one week of tuition at the Center’s
regular rate per child is retained by the Center. This fee is refundable. Contact the Carroll Child Care Center for details.
Keyless Entry Card
The Center assesses a non-refundable fee of $ 10 for a keyless entry
(ADT-style) card to each family with children in our care. Additional
and replacement cards cost $ 5 each. Families may purchase as many
cards as they need.
Summer Program
The Center operates a popular program of field trips
and special activities up to 12 weeks each summer. A modest,
age-weighted, weekly surcharge applies automatically to all children
enrolled during this period and covers all transportation, food,
and admissions costs. Certain trips, such as our annual excursion
to the Maryland Zoo, require an additional fee.
What about transportation?
'Both the County and the Center transport students between
nearby schools and the Center. The Center transports students to
and from other schools in its modern, specially-outfitted passenger
van. Routes are determined twice a year and are limited to serve
the greatest number of children in the most efficient manner. For
information, contact the Center at 410-848-0644 ext 101.
What is the teacher-to-child ratio?
| Infants |
1 teacher for every 3 children (1/3) |
| Toddlers |
1/3 |
| Two |
1/6 |
| Three |
1/10 |
| Four |
1/10 |
| School-Age |
1/15 |
How may I track my child's progress?
Parents and teachers meet formally at least twice a year. However,
teachers are available to answer questions each day.
What happens if I'm running late to collect my child?
Parents who collect a child after 6 PM are assessed $ 15, plus $
2 per minute past 6:05 PM that it takes to remove the child from
the Center. Late fees are assessed per episode, are payable weekly,
and are treated the same as tuition for collections purposes.
Is the Center closed when public schools are closed?
No. Being a private school, the Center operates on its own schedule.
We're open all year long and closed far less than CCPS. An agenda
of scheduled closings is provided to each family at registration.
We schedule our own in-service and parent conference days. Although
our inclement weather closing/late opening schedule frquently follows
the CCPS schedule, the Center has its own protocol.
How do you treat extended absence from school?
Children absent for a week are assessed full fare for that week. If
the absence extends beyond a week, tuition drops to half for the
duration of the absence. The Center holds classroom space for familes
who remit partial tuition during absenses.
What if my child suffers from allergies?
Parents are required to alert the Center about all allergens affecting
their child. In the case of food allergies, parents are required
to monitor the Center's weekly published menu. Information about
each child's allergic issues goes into the child's file and is reviewed
by all of the staff who serve that child. The Center serves alternative
food to children allergic to certain ingredients. For more information,
contact the Center at 410-848-0644 ext 101.
Do you require parents to volunteer time?
No. However, we encourage parental involvement in your child's care. We
appreciate your help with our events, whether you have a hand in
organizing them, operating them or simply attend as a paying participant!
Does the Center sponsor field trips?
Yes! See 'Summer Program' under 'Tuition', above. Popular
destinations include the Maryland Zoo, the National Aquarium, Ravens'
training camp at McDaniel College, and other fun venues. All trips
are selected carefully to ensure optimum safety and age-appropriateness.
During the excursion, we apply strict procedures to ensure each
child's safety.
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