Cinda's Childcare program
Is varied in order to promote the educational, social, cultural, emotional and recreational development appropriate to the ages and developmental levels of all the children enrolled.
The program will provide for experiences that are designed to influence a positive concept of self, recognizing that a child is a member of a family as well as a community.
Each child will be provided with a sufficient quantity and variety of materials and play equipment appropriate to the age of the child and developmental level and interests. Such materials and play equipment may include: books, paints, crayons, safety scissors, paper, blocks, puzzles, toys, games, balls, and riding toys.
Appropriate rest and quiet periods will be provided in accordance with individual and group needs, when a child can sit quietly or lie down and rest. For children unable to sleep, time and space will be provided for quiet time. Each child will be provided with his/her own mat with bedding, depending on age.
To ensure optimal health and welfare of the child, the parents will be given the opportunity to discuss issues related to their children and care of their children with the provider. Such opportunities will occur at the time the child enters care, there after upon arrival, if needed in the evening hours after day care has ended, or at the time of the annual renewal of the contract.
.Behavior Management and Discipline Policy
Discipline provides an opportunity to enable a child to develop self-control. When a child is having a difficult time following directions or treating others or property with respect, developmentally appropriate guidance techniques will be used. These techniques are as follows:
~Providing an example for children by speaking and interacting with them in a positive manner.
~Rewarding acceptable behavior.
~Redirecting a child to an alternate activity.
~Brief separation from the group.
(This technique will only be used when a child's behavior harms or is likely to result in harm to the child, others or property.) |
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