The Fathers Touch Childcare
Center
Parent Handbook
“were every child is special and unique”
Valawaugn McCain - Director
The Fathers Touch Childcare
Center
Parent’s and Guardian's,
I would like to thank you for taking an interest in The Fathers
Touch child care center. We believe that it is not by chance that you are
interested in our facility but that it is a divine appointment. We are a
Christian based facility and we will engage in spiritual activities at the
child care center throughout the day. I believe that children are not our
Future, but our Today. I feel that all children are gifts from God and are
in-trusted by God into our care. I hope you see that this childcare
center is not as any other, but unique, giving each child the opportunity
to show their creativity through play. We look forward to serving you in
the future.
Valawaugn McCain- Director- Owner
Mission Statement
It is our belief here at The Fathers Touch
Childcare Center that every child is a gift from
God, special and unique. We offer childcare
support and services to typical as well as special
needs children that our facility can
accommodate. We believe in caring for the
needs of the whole child. We believe that
children with developmental, physical, social
and emotional needs can benefit in a learning
environment with other children. We will strive
to provide quality care were they can explore
the world around them.
Philosophy
The Fathers Touch Child care Center is a
Christian based facility. We are dedicated to
teaching all children. We welcome children
of all nationalities and disabilities. Our
desire is to give the children in our care the
love, attention, and developmentally
appropriate curriculum for their specific
needs. We believe that we are one big
family striving for one common goal, that
our children have Christian values and be
successful. We believe that it starts here.
Children learn from the time they are born;
we want to give them a positive out-look on
life.
Program Policies
Upon starting at the daycare these are the policies
that will be enforced. All paperwork should be turned in
prior to enrollment. Parent fees are due the first day your
child comes to the center. If you have an infant you must
bring on the first day at the center: one pack of pampers,
one container of wipes, one extra can of milk, bottles
labeled,(name and date) and a change of clothes. You are
allowed to bring cover but it is not required. For toddlers
you must bring a box of pampers or pull ups, one box of
wipes, a blanket and two sets of clothes. *NOTE if your child
needs to wear a tee shirt during the winter months please
send extra tee shirts so that if he/she has an accident we
will have another one. * ALL children must wear closed toe
shoes, flip flops are not allowed, only closed toe sandals can
be worn during the summer months. If in the event that
your child is not appropriately dressed then your child will
have to go back with you *NO EXCEPTIONS! If your child
gets sick you will be contacted. By law every child must go
outside. If your child cannot go outside then we ask that
you keep your child home. If you have any question please
Contact me at 910-379-9266
Operational Polices
The childcare center will open up at 6:30am Monday- Friday and will close at
6:00pm. Children are to be picked up by 6:00pm if your child is not picked up on
time then a late fee of $10.00 will be assed and one dollar every minute there after.
All children must arrive before 9:00am * Note no one will be accepted after
9:00am unless your allotted time is in the afternoon or you have a physicians note
stating the reason for the tardiness. *ALL CHILDREN MUST BE SIGNED IN
AND OUT BY AN ADULT EVERYDAY FALIURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT
IN TERMINATION. No outside food or drinks are allowed in the childcare facility
unless approved by the director and it must be accompanied by a doctors note.
THE CENTER WILL BE CLOSED
NEW YEAR EVE AND NEW YEAR DAY
CHRISTMAS EVE AND CHRISTMAS DAY
THANKSGIVING DAY
INCLEMENT WEATHER
THE CENTER WILL BE CLOSED IF THE COUNTY IS CLOSED. PLEASE
LOOK AT THE LOCAL NEWS FOR INFORMATION.
*** I RESEVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OPERATIONAL POLICES.
REVISED WRITTEN POLICY WILL BE GIVEN.
Center Goals
 We will provide a safe and inviting environment in
and outdoors for our children.
 The children will explore and have new
experiences that will promote physical, Social,
and emotional development.
 We will help children gain healthy and positive
sense of self, identity and independence.
 We will teach the children in our care how to
express their feelings in constructive ways.
 The children will practice good hand washing
skills and pray before every meal.
 We will teach proper nutrition and hygiene.
 We will teach that every child is special and
unique and we will respect and learn about
different cultures.
 We will teach that each one may look different
but they are still important.
 Most of all the children in our care will have fun!
A Child Lives What He
Learns
A parent is a child’s first teacher
we must teach:
• Love
• Respect
• Self Worth
• Patience
• Friendship
• Discipline
• Truthfulness
And so much more! Be that
parent that has a positive
relationship with your little one
and it will reap successful
children and a life filled with joy!
If a child lives with criticism, he
learns to condemn.
If a child lives with ridicule, he learns
to be shy.
If a child lives with hostility, he
learns to fight.
If a child lives with shame, he learns
to feel guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance, he
learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement,
he learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise, he learns
appreciation.
If a child lives with fairness, he
learns justice.
If a child lives with security, he
learns to have faith.
If a child lives with approval, he
learns to like himself.
If a child lives with acceptance and
friendship, he learns to find love in
the world.
~author unknown
Admission Policies
 We offer services to children Birth to twelve years old.
 If you are on the waiting list you will be contacted when a slot has opened.
 We do not turn anyone away except if our facility cannot accommodate for the
specific need.
 All enrollment forms must be submitted prior to the first day of childcare.
 We encourage you to plan to stay with your child for a half a day until the child is
comfortable with you leaving. We want to make the transition easy for all our
children.
 We reserve the right to dismiss a child from our program if the child is unable to
adjust after a reasonable amount of time. All measures and effort will be taken
however to help the child adjust.
 We ask that you have an updated address and phone number on file as well as
updated names and numbers of family members that can pick up your child. ALL
VISITORS MUST PRESENT AN ID WHEN PICKING UP YOUR CHILD
 In compliance with the Civil Rights Acts of 1964, the center will not exclude any
child on the basis of race, color, or national origin.
 We believe in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) a law ensuring
services to children with disabilities throughout the nation. IDEA governs how
states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education and related
services to more than 6.5 million eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth with
disabilities.
 Infants and toddlers with disabilities (birth-2) and their families receive early
intervention services under IDEA Part C. Children and youth (ages 3-21) receive
special education and related services under IDEA Part B.
Fee Schedule
For Parents that get paid by the month
parent fee is due on the third of the
month.
Parents that get paid twice a month
payments are due on the first and the
fifteenth of the month.
Parents that get paid weekly parent
fee is due every Monday.
Late fee is ten dollars every week it is
late.
Fees are subject to change a thirty day
notice will be given before the change
takes place.
Fee Chart
InfantToddler
$150.00 Two or
more
$125.00 Each
week
Two Year $125.00 Two or
Olds
more
$100.00 Each
Week
Three – $115.00 Two or
Five Year
more
Olds
$90.00
Each
Week
SchoolAge
$75.00
Each
week
$100.00 Two or
more
 The Fathers Touch Childcare Center reserves the right to change fees at
anytime,
and will notify you thirty days in advance before the change takes place.
Thank You,
Valawaugn McCain
Parent Obligations
 To call when child is going to be absent or
late.
 Parent must leave written notice or call if
someone else will be picking up your child.
 Make arrangements for your child to be
picked up if he/she is sick.
 Child must come to the childcare center
completely dressed
 Extra clothing must be provided to the center
in case of accident's.
 No food or snacks can come to the childcare
center unless director has authorized.
 Parents must provide the necessary items for
their child's care (pampers, pull ups, formula,
wipes, etc.)
Child Abuse and Neglect
Child abuse and neglect comes in
many forms. If a care giver is suspects a
parent of such abuse by law the
childcare center must report the abuse.
By no means will The Fathers Touch
Childcare Center allow any staff member
to abuse a child or neglect a child! Child
abuse is real and all employees have to
go through a Criminal Background check
before they are hired.
Parent Conference and
Meetings
Please feel free to discuss your
child's progress or concerns with your
child's teacher. We do ask however, that
it is in a private setting away from the
other children and your child. We
welcome any suggestions and questions
you may have. If there is anything going
on at home that is affecting your child,
please let us know so we will be able to
encourage your child and help is some
way. If the teachers need to have a
conference with you a note will be sent
home requesting a conference.
Family Involvement
At The Fathers Touch Childcare
Center we want you to know that you
are welcome to come and visit us
anytime. All throughout the year we will
have opportunities for you to get
involved with the activities of the center.
We have volunteer opportunities for you
if your work schedule permits. Family is
important to us so we would like to see
your lovely face and I know just spending
a little time out here will put a smile on
your child's face. Please come join us!
Discipline Policy
Children in our care will not be subject to any
form of corporal punishment by any personnel or
volunteer at the center this includes:
 Shaking, pushing, pinching, slapping, biting,
kicking, or spanking
 No food will be withheld as a means of discipline.
 No child will ever be disciplined for lapses in toilet
training or for not sleeping at nap time.
*All staff members have been instructed to abide by
these rules.
*** These are the steps that will be taken upon a
child's mistaken behavior:
 A Time out chair will be used as recommended
by state guidelines.
 The child will be placed in a separate supervised
area.
 Parents will be notified if the child's behavior
dose not improve and the child continues with
unruly behavior.
Policy Acceptance Statement
I have read The Fathers Touch
Childcare Center Parent Handbook and
hereby agree to the polices and
regulations stated therein.
Parent/Guardian
Signature__________________
Date_________________