Policies & Procedures

Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton strives to be the best preschool in our area to provide your child with a superior early childhood education. In order to best serve our families, there are specific policies that must be maintained and followed. Please take the time to fully review the below stated policies.

Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton is open to you, the parent, any time your child is present in the school. For the safety of all children, we do request that you make your presence known to the person in charge and cooperate in not disrupting the School´s program.

Children Served
Kids ´R´ Kids of Mableton is open to children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old without discrimination on the basis of political affiliation, religion, race, color, sex, mental or physical disabilities.

Hours of Operation
Hours of operation for Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton are Monday through Friday from 6:30 am - 6:30 pm, 12 months a year. Standard Holidays observed by Kids ´R ´ Kids Mableton are New Year`s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Kids ´R´ Kids Schools are licensed for specific hours of operation; early arrival and late pick up cannot be allowed. 

If children are left at the School after closing time and no word is received from the parent(s) or an emergency contact cannot be reached, authorities will be contacted.

After the School´s licensed closing time, we will charge an additional fee.

Forms
Upon enrollment, your child(ren) will need all Kids ´R´ Kids forms and immunization records completed in a timely manner. All forms necessary will be provided by us.

Information on forms regarding your child(ren) or specific School forms must be updated as needed.

Nutrition
Breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks are available at our School. Information will be provided by the School on any charges that may apply. The School will also provide information on the schedule meals and snacks are served.

For bottle-fed children, parents must provide prepared formula, placed in bottles. The School will inform you of their policy regarding baby foods. All infant items should be marked with the child´s first and last name.

Weekly menus for children on table food are available for review.

Please see the Director for information regarding special diets and allergies.

Fees
A tuition and fee schedule will be provided by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton. You will be informed of all rates, discounts, late fees, activity fees, registration fees, and check return fees.

The tuition and fee schedule will also provide you with information regarding when payment is due and any late charges to be applied. Also included on the tuition and fee schedule will be the School Policy on Attendance explaining the number of days that require full tuition, half tuition, and vacation days allowed.

Medication
All prescribed medication must be left at the front desk with the person in charge. A medication form must be filled out completely and signed by the parent or guardian before any medication can be given.

Medications must be in the original container and labeled as follows: child´s name, current date, dosage, times to be given, expiration date, and any other special instructions.

Any non-prescription medication must have a signed, dated note from the child´s doctor stating the name of the child to receive the medication, name of the medication, amount to be given, times to be given, length of time to be given and any other special instructions.

Medications will be dispensed only by the person or persons designated by Sandi Douget or the Director of Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton.


Medical Emergency
If a child becomes ill, injured, or has an adverse reaction to prescribed medication while at the School, the parent(s) or emergency contact person will be notified immediately.

If it is necessary to seek immediate medical attention for a child, the child will be transported to the designated medical facility. * The child´s vehicle and emergency medical permission forms as well as the health information file will accompany the child.

In the event of an occurrence of a communicable disease as outlined by the Department of Health, written notification will be posted on the classroom door within 24 hours or the next business day.

*(The designated medical facility will be listed on all emergency, transportation, and enrollment forms.)

Transportation (To and From Public School)
Transportation is provided to and from public or private elementary or grade schools designated by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton.

Transportation Agreements are signed once for each school year.

Vehicle Emergency Forms must be completed and information kept up-to-date.

Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton will inform you of the time your child must be at the School for transportation to his elementary or grade school.

If your child will not be transported by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton to school or will not be picked up by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton from school at the end of the school day, you must notify Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton in advance. Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton will inform you of the time by which you must make this notification.

Transportation (Field Trips)
Field Trip Permission Forms must be signed and dated for each field trip.

Vehicle Emergency Forms must be completed and information kept up-to-date.

Children going on field trips must wear a Kids ´R´ Kids t-shirt.

An identification bracelet will be provided by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton for each child.

Internet Access
Internet access to your child´s classroom is by password only. By enrolling your child at Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton, you consent that your child(ren) may also be seen on the Internet by other persons viewing with passwords.


Severe Weather, Fire or Emergency Situations
If an emergency situation develops such as severe weather, fire, physical damage to the building, or any other situation that poses a threat, the safety of the children is our first concern.

Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton is equipped with a weather band radio, a fire alarm sprinkler system and fire extinguishers. Fire and severe weather drills are conducted according to state and county regulations or every 30 days.

If there is an emergency situation and it becomes necessary to close Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton, parents will be notified to make arrangements for early pickup.

If there is inclement weather and it is determined that the School will not open, parents will be instructed by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton regarding TV or radio stations providing closing information.

If an emergency situation develops and it is determined that the building or premises are unsafe, your child(ren) will be transported to a safe location.

Parents will be notified of the situation, and you will be required to pick up your child(ren) as soon as possible.

Alcohol, Drugs, and Tobacco
In our effort to provide a safe, healthy environment for each child to grow and develop, we maintain a School free of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco use.

The use or presence of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco is prohibited in the building or anywhere on the grounds by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton staff, parents, or anyone visiting Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton.

The use or presence of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco is prohibited during any outing or field trip as well as on any vehicle used by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton to transport your child(ren).

Discipline
At Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton, we use a method of "redirection" to guide your child(ren) toward appropriate behavior. If a child is engaged in behavior not conducive to a safe and happy learning environment, the teacher will "redirect" the child toward appropriate behavior. (The use of physical punishment or harsh language is prohibited.)

Parents or guardians are required to abide by the Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton Discipline Policy any time they are on Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton property.

Dismissal Policy
The staff will work with each child to fulfill the needs of that child, and every effort will be made to provide a positive learning experience. Special needs will be accommodated when possible.

Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton reserves the right to ask parents to make alternative arrangements for care if it is determined that a child´s needs cannot be met or the child has not adjusted to group care provided by Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton. In the event behavior becomes disruptive to the program or becomes a problem that poses an unsafe situation for the child or other children in the class, alternative arrangements will be required.

If you, as a parent, are uncooperative in completing and returning forms, fail to pay your tuition on time, fail to follow any state or county regulations, or fail to follow any Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton Policy or Procedure, it may be necessary to dismiss your child(ren) from Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton.

The Parent`s Role
The relationship between parents and Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton staff is vital to the success of a child´s experience. A partnership must be formed the first day, with open communication and understanding that the development and growth of the child is our top priority.

Parents can assist and help ensure a smooth transition by doing the following:

Sign children in and out at the front desk and then escort them to their designated class. Have all forms completed promptly. Update forms as needed when changes occur (i.e. new phone number, address, etc.). Keep staff informed of special needs or changes that might affect your child´s behavior. Notify Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton if your child is ill. Do not bring an ill child to Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton. Notify Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton if your child will be absent. Notify Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton if you will be later than usual picking up your child. Provide a change of clothes marked with your child´s name. Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton is not responsible for lost clothing. Children should be dressed properly for the weather and play. Do not allow children to bring toys. Participate in the Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton´s special activities. Attend scheduled parent meetings and conferences. Ask questions and address concerns as they arise.

Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton reserves the right to change or revise any policies, procedures, or tuition/fee schedules when deemed necessary. Written notification will be provided to parents.

Kids ´R´ Kids Mableton is referred to as Kids ´R´ Kids, Kids ´R´ Kids Schools,  and School(s).