My business hours are 7 days every week for 24 hours. Parents will need to notify me of what
time their child will be dropped off and picked up which can be done through talk or text. An
overtime charge of $1.00 per minute per child will be assessed if I was informed you were late
for pick-up.

When we meet to decide whether having your child join my family daycare, I’ll explain details
with you about what we do throughout the day, methods of discipline, plans for naps and meals,
homework/tuition which will be covered by my twin daughters Shannon and Sharon and
playtimes. I’ll ask for your input in regards to your child’s preferences, personality and current
schedule so that we can plan the best way to integrate your child into the group. Please feel free
to ask any questions you may have in regards to any aspect of my daycare. I do not discriminate
in admissions based on race, creed, color, religion, sex or national origin, etc.

I am required by Los Angeles County to have certain written information and permissions on file
in order to care for your child. I will provide you with the appropriate forms and ask that they be
returned on or before the first day of care. Please notify me of any updates as they occur.
Information regarding your family is kept private except for the reporting I must do to my
licensing agent. I am also required by California law to report any suspected cases of child abuse
to Social Services. This includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse, as well as neglect.

My vacations are adjusted by each child’s schedule. I send out emails or phone calls and texts to
notify you of my time off with plenty of advanced notice. Occasionally, days will come up that
are not on the memo, but you will receive at least a two week notice of these single days. When
it is necessary for me to close daycare, your weekly rate will be adjusted accordingly with
exception of the one paid week of vacation. You are required to pay your normal fee for your
child’s absent days whether it’s vacation time or sick days.

A leave of absence will be given if there is any work lay-off, loss of job or maternity leave. If a
child is absent from daycare, you can pay a minimum fee of $85 per week to hold the position
open for up to six weeks per year. After the six weeks, the rate will return to the full amount or I
will need to fill the vacancy with another child.

• New Year’s Day

• 4th of July

• Memorial Day

• Labor Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Day after Thanksgiving

• Christmas Eve Day

• Christmas Day

When these holidays fall on a weekend, I’ll take either the Friday before or Monday after as the
paid holiday.

I ensure that all substitute caregivers and myself will not abuse prescription medication or be
under the influence of any chemicals that would impair our ability to provide quality care. I will
notify you if your child becomes ill during the day. This includes, but is not limited to, a fever of
101 degrees or more, vomiting, diarrhea or a rash other than a diaper rash or heat rash. If I’m
worried about the child passing their condition on to the other children or the child would be
more comfortable at home resting, I will notify you. When you begin daycare, I request you
provide a bottle of pain reliever and a bottle of cold medicine labeled with your child’s name to
be used by your child as needed. Please do not bring your child to daycare if they have suffered
from any of these symptoms within the past 12 hours. If your child needs to be on a special diet,
please send those items along with your child. If your child has been exposed to any contagious
diseases or is diagnosed with one, please inform me within 24 hours so I may notify the other
parents.

I will be providing your child with Breakfast, Lunch and dinner (if necessary) along with snacks
throughout the day. Meals will be given prior to the arrival time of your child. As a parent you
can bring your child a snack or meal they prefer to eat with labels on them including your child’s
name.
Infants: If you have an infant using formula, you have to provide the formula yourself. If
you are breastfeeding, make sure to bring your breastmilk bags with a bottle so I can feed
your child with the proper way.

Children under the age of four years old are required to lie down in the afternoon. Naptime is
from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Infants will sleep in a crib downstairs in the living room. Toddlers
and preschoolers sleep downstairs in the living room. At the age of five and up, if you and I
agree they are ready to give up nap time, they can take quiet time in the playroom watching a
movie while the other children nap.

Please provide me with the following information

1. A change of clothes, labeled with child’s name, to be used in case of accidents
2. Bring your own Blankets, every Friday the blanket will be returned home so they can be
washed and are brought back again on Mondays.
3. A bottle of pain reliever and cold medicine with child’s name and dates on it
4. Bring diapers or pull ups and wipes for children not potty trained

Toys from home are permitted, just keep in mind that children can be limited to only bringing 3
toys or less.

Most children are ready to begin toilet training when they are between two and three years of age
but this is something we should discuss between us, since consistency between our homes will be
so important. Dressing your child in one-piece outfits such as overalls or using pants with
difficult snaps will cause frustration. Please take this into consideration each morning during the
potty training process. Be sure to provide me with several extra outfits in case of accidents.

I use positive discipline techniques such as making my expectations clear, reminders, and
redirection before resorting to time-outs and taking privileges away. Physical and emotional
punishments will not be used in my daycare. You will be informed if a problem persists or if I
need cooperation from home so that we can be more consistent in what is expected.

SMOKING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. PLEASE DO NOT SMOKE ON MY
PROPERTY OR EXTINGUISH CIGARETTES IN MY YARD OR DRIVEWAY

Little Stars Daycare does not own any pets.

A fire and escape plan has been drawn and is posted on my bulletin board. Fire and earthquake
drills are practiced every 6 months to teach the children how to deal with an emergency situation
according to the California Law. A 2-week notice will be given which you are required to sign as
well. I am also trained in basic first aid and infant/child CPR

I will transport your child to and from school with parent consent. Please provide a car seat or
booster seat for your child if your child uses one.
Prices vary. This can be discussed in person.

I have liability coverage on my homeowner’s insurance policy to cover my daycare business.

Payment is due every Monday to cover the upcoming week. A late charge of $20.00 per day will
be assessed to fees not paid on time. A fee of $35.00 will be assessed on checks not honored by
the bank.

A 3-week notice is required at the time of termination. By signing a contract agreement, you
agree to give a 3 week notice before terminating care or paying the month fee to terminate
immediately. I would appreciate as much notice as possible, so if you give more than 3 weeks,
your child’s spot is guaranteed until your date of termination. I will not ask you to leave because
of a new child coming in.