School Policy | Just Kids Academy International School

Our School Policies

Aftercare

Aftercare: begins after your selected pick-up time, starting from Toddlers 2, at a rate of $2.00 per child per day. You must pay for aftercare upon or before pick-up. Late Pick-Up: A late pick-up fee of $40.00 applies starting at 6:00 PM. There is a $2.00 per-minute charge after 6:00 PM. Students must not be left at the school after 6:00 PM. If a student is left at the school at or after 6:00 PM more than three times, this will result in a 2-day suspension, pending a withdrawal decision by the school’s director. Kindly be aware that such incidents are reported to the M.O.E.

Mid-Term / Teachers Break Hours

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

We know that mid-term breaks can sometimes be a bit tricky to plan around, so we want to make things as easy as possible for you. Our doors will remain open during the break, but please note that we’ll be closing a little earlier than usual. On all Mid-Term Breaks and on Teachers’ World Day, early pick-up time for children from Nursery to Pre-Kindergarten will be at 2:00 p.m.

Other hours of operation

PART-TIME HOURS:

MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Aftercare is available from 3:30 pm to 4:30 PM for an additional fee of $5.00. A $1.00 per minute charge starting at 4:35 PM if not picked up on time. A $10.00 late pick-up fee will apply if aftercare is not pre-arranged, plus $2.00 per minute after 3:10 PM. The late pick-up fee is $40.00, kicking in at 6:00 pm. No students are to be left at the school at 6 or thereafter.

SATURDAY CARE HOURS:

9 AM - 4:00 PM

This program does not support aftercare! A $10.00 late pickup fee is charged at 4:00 PM. A $1.00 per minute charge starts at 4:15 PM if not picked up on time. No child is to be picked up after 5:00 PM or thereafter.

Event Attendence

Mandatory Events

All students enrolled with JKA are required to attend the following events.

Sports Day
Christmas Production
Debutante Tea Party & Float
Junior Junkanoo
All assigned field trips.

Late Arrival

LATE DROP-OFF:

Students should arrive at school before 8:45 a.m. to ensure a smooth start to the day. Please note that children arriving after 9:00 a.m. will not be admitted to class, as late arrivals disrupt the daily schedule of both teachers and fellow students. If you anticipate arriving between 9:00 and 9:30, please contact the office in advance so the teacher can be informed and prepared for the late arrival.

LATE PICKUP POLICY

Please advise the SCHOOL before 7:00 am if your child will be arriving later than the pre-arranged time. It is the parents’ responsibility to ensure that children are picked up no later than 6:00 p.m. If you are not able to pick up your child by 6:00 p.m. a $40.00 late fee will be charged upon pick up.

Please notify the school if an unauthorized person will be picking up your child. Verbal or written permission must be received before we will release a child to anyone who is not authorized on the registration form. An ID must be presented upon pickup time.

If a parent cannot be contacted, it is the policy of 3 Family Childcare to call an emergency contact should a child remain in care after 6:00 pm.

A late fee of $40.00 is charged at 6:00 pm, and $10.00 per hour (or any portion of an hour) per child will apply if a child remains in care after 6:15 pm. This late fee is due and payable upon pickup or will be added to the school fee. If left at the school at 6 pm or after more than 3 times, this will result in a report being sent to the MOE and Social Service, as we are required to report them, along with a termination slip.

Attendance Spot Policy

ILLNESS, ABSENT, OR HOLIDAY REFUNDS

The school fee is by the child's spot and not on attendance. JKA is not responsible for refunding fees if your little one is out sick, absent, or on holiday break. If your child has been sick or absent and was out of school for one or two weeks, and you seek a refund for the absent days, fees will then be calculated as $25.00 per day. If there is a balance remaining, it will be added to your account pending a waiver at school choice.

TERMINATION /WITHDRAWAL

Just Kids Academy Childcare reserves the right to suspend or terminate the care of any child without notice, should it be deemed necessary for the overall safety and well-being of other children in our care.

A two-week notice is required by either party to terminate (Removal of the child) this agreement. If the parent withdrawal form is not brought in two weeks before the withdrawal date, a $150.00 penalty fee is school fee is penalty is required to cover the seat.

Withdrawal Policy

SUMMER PROGRAM HOURS

MON- THURS: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

FRI: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

No summer school students will be accepted before stated hours. Aftercare is available at the rate of $5.00 from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Any time after 5:PM to 5:45 is an additional $5.00. The late pick-up fee is $40.00, kicking in at 6:00 pm. No students are to be left at the school at 6 or thereafter.

Drop-off & Pick-up Policy

SIGNING CHILDREN IN & OUT:

All students must be signed in and out daily by persons authorized to drop off or collect them. No students will give to anyone who is not on the application list for pickup. Please remember to use the school's communication App to log your child in and out, as well as to receive your child's bill or invoices.

Planned Absences & Family Vacations

We understand that families may have pre-planned trips or obligations.
Parents should notify the school at least two weeks in advance if they plan to take their child out of school for an extended period.
Tuition remains fully payable during extended absences to hold the child’s spot in the program.

Unexcused Absences & Attendance Review

An absence is considered unexcused if:

The school is not notified in advance.
The child misses school due to a non-emergency, non-medical reason without prior approval.
The child is absent frequently without justification.

PARENTS GUIDE

To ensure a positive and safe learning environment for all children, we kindly ask all parents to adhere to the following guidelines:

Appropriate Attire: Parents must dress respectfully when visiting the school.
Parking Etiquette: Park considerately, allowing space for other parents.
Food Safety: Do not send spoiled food or snacks; they will be discarded. Proper school and snack bags are required.
Respectful Communication: Address concerns with the office staff respectfully. Disrespectful behavior towards staff is not permitted.
Emotional Regulation: If upset, take a moment to calm down before entering the school to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all children.
Authorized Access: Refrain from walking through the school without permission. You will be asked to leave if you do not follow this rule.
Authorized Pick-Up/Drop-Off: Inform the office in advance if someone not on the approved list will be collecting or dropping off your child.
Hygiene Policy: Children will not be accepted into class with overnight or excessively soiled diapers. Parents are expected to be honest about their child's condition when leaving them in the school's care.
Honesty & Liability: Parents must be honest when leaving their child in our care. This policy aims to maintain a respectful, safe, and healthy environment for every child. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Participation: All parents are asked to participate in PTA meetings & school events.
Accessories: Children are not allowed to wear jewelry, hair beads, or bring toys to school. These are considered hazards to the students. The school will not be accountable for any jewelry, ribbons, berets, or toys being lost or broken.
Items: All school items that are asked of you to pack in your child's bag are mandatory. If the item is not sent with the child, there will be a $1.00 fee added to your school fee slip.
Allergies/Health Hazard: No Baby Powder or Personal toys / Items are allowed.
Uniform Requirements: All students are asked to come to school in complete uniform, as well as P. E, ballet, judo, and swimming. Students are expected to be clean and tidy when coming to school.
Development Resources: To ensure your child receives their school books and supplies on time and at the best price, please submit your order and payment by the deadline. Ordering and paying by this deadline helps us secure bulk discounts. Late orders will incur additional fees, which will be the parents' responsibility to cover.

The overall goal of this policy is to create a positive, safe, and respectful environment for the children, staff, and parents at the school. It emphasizes clear communication, mutual respect, and adherence to basic health and safety standards.

Illness Policy

When to Keep Your Child at Home?

Children must stay home if they have:

Fever of 100.1°F (38°C) or higher (must be fever-free for 24 hours without medication to return).
Vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours.
Unexplained rash, pink eye, or contagious illness.
Persistent cough, runny nose, difficulty breathing, or flu-like symptoms.

If your child is absent or has been sent home due to illness, a doctor’s note is required.

Medication

MEDICATION:

No Teacher is allowed to administer medication to any child. If your child has to take medication, please ensure that it has been given either before school or after school. WE DO NOT give students medication unless prescribed by a doctor and approved by the office. These prescribed medications must bear the child's name along with the correct amount to give. If the medication is to be given once or twice a day, parents are responsible for administering the medication.

Immunization Illness

If your little one had an immunization shot, it is standard practice that the doctor asks parents to stay home thereafter to properly monitor your child's reaction, so students will not be allowed back to school the same day without a doctor's slip indicating it is safe for the child to be at school.

ILLNESS

Please advise the Center prior to 8:00 am if a child will not be attending daycare due to illness.

Students exhibiting any of the following symptoms will not be admitted to the center:

overnight fever,
runny nose,
cough,
allergy-related- inflammation,
skin infection, tiredness, low energy, low appetite,
overnight diarrhea,
overnight vomiting,
congestion.

These symptoms indicate that your child may be unwell and could potentially have a contagious illness. This is to maintain a healthy environment for all children and staff.

Parents agree that a child who is ill (e.g., fever, infection, diarrhea, runny nose, communicable disease, or any other type of illness that may be passed on to others must be kept at home to protect the well-being of other children.

Please respect our illness policy. If a child is not well enough to go outside to play, they are not well enough to attend school.

Sick Bay

The parents further agree that should a child become ill while in care, those immediate arrangements will be made to remove the child from the class. Children will not be allowed to return to school until they have been symptom-free for at least 24 hours, and a note from a doctor is necessary.

Teething Illness

Teething does not cause fever, a cold, or any other common illness. If your child has a fever, then something else is wrong. Teething causes discomfort, crying, crankiness, and sore gums.

MEAL & Allergy Policies

Meal Policy

Breakfast and lunch are included in the school program. If parents still decide to have lunch brought in from home, we ask that it be placed in a proper food container/ thermos. To help ensure all children have a healthy start to their day and maintain the integrity of our meal program, we kindly request your cooperation regarding breakfast. Our breakfast service is available from 7:30 AM to 8:40 AM.

In our all-inclusive program, there is no rollover with the meal plan. Those days are gone if your child is absent. No cash will be accepted for Meals. All payments must be paid together, no exceptions. If you are sending lunch, it must be sent in a Thermos or a proper container. If the lunch needs to be warmed up from Toddlers 1 to Pre-k4/5, there is a $1.00 fee charged. Please avoid packing leftover food as it may spoil in the child's bag. If the food needs to be refrigerated, please inform the office and make a note on your child's School App.

Nursery 1 and 2: If you would like your little ones to join the meal program, please note that there will be an additional fee of $50 per month or $10 to $25 per week. All payments must be transferred directly to the school’s banking information. Please be reminded that cash payments will not be accepted at the office.

Bottles & Thermos:

To ensure your child's safety and smooth feeding at nursery, please adhere to the following bottle preparation guidelines: * **Bottle Type:** Only plastic bottles are permitted. Bottles must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before each use. Bottles should arrive either pre-filled with prepared formula or accompanied by a separate formula dispenser. Clearly label *every* bottle with your child's full name. Only a non-glass thermos will be accepted to avoid potential breakage and associated hazards. Adhering to these guidelines ensures a safe and efficient feeding routine for your child while in our care.

Late Arrival for breakfast:

We understand that schedules can be unpredictable. Therefore, if you anticipate arriving after 8:40 AM, please ensure your child has eaten breakfast before drop-off. If your child has not eaten, we will kindly ask you to feed them before they join their classmates. This policy is in place to prioritize your child's nutritional needs and well-being. Thank you for your understanding and partnership in ensuring a positive and healthy environment for all.

Nursery 1 and 2

Nursery 1 and 2 breakfast policy. Please be advised that, as our youngest children are primarily bottle-fed, this policy does not apply to them. Recognizing they are still very young and in the early stages of learning about different foods, we happily accept packed meals for your little ones. If you wish to, we kindly ask that all meals be placed in proper eating containers to ensure safety and hygiene. Additionally, we recommend that you provide your child with a warm bottle before drop-off. This practice can significantly help in alleviating any potential grumpiness or stomach discomfort that may arise from waiting to be fed by their caregiver.

Finally, as your children grow and explore different foods, we encourage you to use mealtimes at home as an opportunity to establish healthy eating habits and routines. This will help prepare them for a smoother transition into the Toddler program and encourage positive eating behaviors as they develop.