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SUNshine & rainbows early learning center FAQ’s
1. Does my child need to be potty trained?
No. We do ask that you supply wipes and diapers for your child.
2. Is this daycare?
No. We do not offer before or after care. Our focus is on the education and development of young children.
3. How do I know what class to put my child in?
Enrollment is based on your child’s age as of September 1, 2019.
4. How long is a preschool class?
2 year old classes are 2.5 hours long, 9am – 11:30am; 3 year old classes are 2.5 hours long, 9am – 11:30am OR 12:15pm – 3pm; 4 year old classes are 2.75 hours long, 9am – 11:45am OR 12:15pm – 3pm.
5. Can I sign up for Enrichment ONLY?
You must be registered in a morning preschool class to sign up for Enrichment. Enrichment is not offered for 2 year olds.
6. Is there a 5-day program?
No. We recommend utilizing our enrichment program which is an extension of the preschool program.
7. What curriculum do you use?
We follow the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards and Benchmarks. We also utilize Handwriting Without
Tears.
8. Is a physical required?
All students must have their doctor fill out the DHS Certificate of Child Health Examination. This gives us a copy of all
immunization and other health information.
9. Whas is the difference between the 2-year old program and Weeping Willows?
The 2-year old program runs from September – May and gives your child the opportunity to explore and develop more with the same group of students. Weeping Willows runs on multiple sessions. The concepts covered are similar but not as in depth due to shorter sessions with potentially different participants.
10. Do you offer financial assistance or CCR&R?
No, however we offer a monthly payment plan to help make fees more manageable.
11. Is there a discount for paying in full?
No. Our payment plans consist of 8 monthly payments after the first installment which is due at registration. The first installment is non-refundable and non-transferable and is applied to the preschool tuition. The remaining 8 payments will occur for September – April.
12. Is there a multi-sibling discount?
No. We are unable to provide a discount due to the cost of running this educational program.
13. Is there a 4-year old Tuesday/Thursday program?
No. We have found that the Monday/Wednesday/Friday program fits our curriculum best to prepare the children for kindergarten. We also find that the Monday/Wednesday/Friday program makes the transition to kindergarten much easier while also better preparing the children socially as well as academically for full-day kindergarten.
Take a tour of our brand-new building!
Nowell Park Recreation Center
199 Mills Road, Joliet
Sunday, May 5 | 2p – 3p
Families are invited to attend an open house information session at Nowell Park Recreation Center. The director and classroom teachers will be available to answer
your questions. Take a tour of our facility and receive information about our early learning center policies and other program procedures.
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