Question 1

When is the Center open?

Accepted Answer

Monday through Friday from 7:00AM to 5:30PM.

Question 2

Is the Center closed when public schools are closed?

Accepted Answer

As a private school, the Center operates its own schedule, therefore we are not closed for all the same holidays and professional days as Carroll County public Schools. In addition, we are also open all year long. A listing of scheduled closings and/or early dismissals is provided to each family at registration. We schedule In-Service days for professional development and to ensure best practices of staff. Although our inclement weather closing/delays schedule frequently follows the CCPS schedule, the Center has its own protocol.

Question 3

What is the Inclement Weather Policy?

Accepted Answer

When Carroll County Public Schools (CCPS) are closed, the Center typically opens two hours late with a re-evaluation. If CCPS declares a one or two-hour delay, the Center typically opens one or two-hours delayed. If weather conditions are prohibitive, the Center will not open and announcements are posted on Carroll Child Care Facebook page and an email and procare message is sent to families and staff. If Carroll County Schools Closed early, CCCLC will make a determination based on weather conditions and timing.

Question 4

What ages does the Center serve?

Accepted Answer

The Center serves children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age.

Question 5

What is the Center's curriculum?

Accepted Answer

Carroll Child Care Center and Learning Center is a credentialed Pre-K school. We are enrolled in the Quality Rating System of Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), EXCELS and Accreditation. Our staff implements The Creative Curriculum in all five classrooms. In addition to The Creative Curriculum all classes focus on our monthly studies.

Question 6

Does the center serve meals and snacks?

Accepted Answer

Our food program is nutritious, and USDA approved. Meals include breakfast and afternoon snack. The meals and snacks are at no additional charge as they are covered by tuition. Families must pack lunches for their children.USDA Nondiscrimination Statement

Question 7

What is the Center’s teacher-to-child ratio?

Accepted Answer

Infant: 1 Teacher for Every 3 Children (1/3)
Toddler: 1 Teacher for Every 3 Children (1/3)
Two: 1 Teacher for Every 6 Children (1/6)
Three: 1 Teacher for Every 10 Children (1/10)
Four: 1 Teacher for Every 10 Children (1/10)
Five: 1 Teacher for Every 10 Children (1/10)

Question 8

What if my child suffers from allergies?

Accepted Answer

Parents are required to alert the Center about all allergens affecting their child. Documentation about each child’s allergens is maintained in the child’s file and is reviewed by all 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.

Question 9

What happens if I’m running late to collect my child?

Accepted Answer

Parents who collect a child after 5:30PM are assessed $15, plus $2 per minute past 5:35 PM that it takes to remove the child from the Center. Late fees are assessed per episode, and are payable weekly and are treated the same as tuition for collections purposes.

Question 10

How do we track and communicate each child’s progress?

Accepted Answer

We schedule two formal parent-teacher conferences each year. In addition, our teachers are available each day for any questions and/or concerns during drop off/pick up.

Question 11

How do you treat extended absence from school?

Accepted Answer

Children absent for a week are assessed full tuition for that week.

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