Getting Started: First Things First

Applying for ChildServe Childcare

What to Bring on Your Child's First Day

First days can be hard enough as it is... skip the stress by following our first day preparation guide!

Fees
A $50.00 non-refundable family registration fee is due at the time of the child’s acceptance in the program. If service is interrupted, a re-enrollment fee of $50.00 will apply.

Clothing
Sturdy, washable play clothes are recommended for your child’s safety and comfort at the center. In accordance with the Iowa Quality Rating Scale for childcare providers, your child should not wear clothing with drawstring ties near the neck. To prevent injury, your child should wear rubber-soled, closed-toe shoes, preferably sneakers, especially on the playground. Jellies, sandals, and crocs are discouraged. Flip-flops are not permitted. The children are expected to wear shoes at all times. When your child wears heavy boots to school during inclement weather in place of shoes, other shoes must be sent for use indoors.

We ask that you provide a complete set of season-appropriate extra clothing, including underwear and socks, labeled with your child’s name. All outwear should also be labeled. Clothing soiled as a result of “toileting accidents” will be sent home in a plastic bag. According to health and safety guidelines, we are unable to rinse or launder soiled articles of this nature.

Medication
Medication will be administered only with written consent of a parent or legal guardian on a medication permission slip. Medications will be given by a caregiver who has completed medication administration training provided by ChildServe. When possible, it is preferred that medication be given at home. BID (twice/day) medications most often preclude distribution at the center.

All medications must be given to your child’s teacher for safekeeping in a locked cabinet. Prescription medication must be supplied in the original container, complete with the pharmacy label including child’s name, date, name of medication, prescription number, required dosage and schedule for administration. Over the counter medications, other than diaper ointment and sunscreen, require a written physician’s order. Physician documentation must include child’s name, name of medication, required dosage and time to be given, time frame for treatment, and reason for the medication. We cannot dispense over-the-counter medication on an “as needed” basis.

Rest and Naptime
For the health and well being of every child, a rest time is provided every day. We provide a cot, sheet, and a blanket. Your child may bring a favorite blanket or small sleep toy from home. Please label these items and launder them weekly.

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