COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What does my child need to bring to the center?
Answer: Children under age 3 must have two complete sets of clothing at the center at all times. Children in diapers/pull-ups must have a supply of diapers or pull-ups and wipes sufficient to meet the child’s needs. All children can bring a small blanket, pillow and/or comfort animal to have during nap time.
What does my child need to wear to the center?
Answer: Comfortable play clothes. We keep the children active inside and out. Tennis shoes work the best so toes are protected and in the winter they will need hats and gloves for outside play.
When does potty training start?
Answer: We work with the parent on potty training and every child is different. Children cannot attend the pre-school room until they have been potty trained. If your child is three and not trained he/she may have to continue to pay the toddler rate and may not move into the preschool room.
Who determines when my child progresses to solid foods?
Answer: We work with the parent in making the transition from liquid to solid foods. The Center is on the food program and we have to meet the food program requirements in serving portions, amounts, and types so we may be working with you closely on the natural progression from liquid to solid foods. Parents can bring their own formula and baby food for the child or Center can provide formula and baby food. The Center only carries one type of formula for all infants.
Do I have to pay for child care when I am on vacation?
Answer: TFI allows one week of paid vacation after the child has been in attendance for one year at the Center. USD 475 employees are able to have Spring break, Christmas break and Summer break unpaid if the child is not in attendance.
Is there an application fee?
Answer: no application fee.
What paperwork is required before my child can attend?
Answer: The application must be completed in its entirety including a minimum of two emergency contact people, parent’s work and home information; food program forms; emergency medical consent; immunization records; and minimum of 1st week’s payment. A child's physical is required within the first 30 days of his/her start date?