We have standard rates which pertain to children depending on their age. All rates are discussed during the interview to ensure each family who enrolls into our program is seeking quality child care for their child.
Are there any fees associated with the enrollment process?
Yes, the registration fee & one week's tuition fee is due upon enrollment. Registration fees are non-refundable
What is your teacher/child ratio?
The teacher/student ration is, 3:8. There is a Teacher's Assistant who is currently in pursuit of her 45 hour infant/toddler certificate and has also passed all necessary background check information.
How many children do you currently have in care?
For the safety of the children enrolled in the program, The number of children enrolled in care are not mentioned. However, as a licensed child care provider, licensed under the Maryland State Department of Education, my license permits me to care for up to (8) children at one time. If during the time of your request for care, there is space availability, you will be informed about any immediate openings we may have. If there is no space availability, you may ask to be placed on our waiting list, and will be informed when additional spacing becomes available.
Will I be allowed to have a pre-enrollment visit or tour of your facility?
All children need time to adjust to a new environment at their own pace. To support your child with the adjustment process, we encourage you & your child to visit the classroom a couple of times prior to your child's entry into the program. Pre-enrollment visits may be one-half hour to one hour, during the day between the hours of 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Both the child & the parent are encouraged to participate in a live-lesson. This allows your child to become comfortable with their new setting as well as begin to develop a sense of trust in their new environment as well as their caregivers.
Do you serve meals?
All meals are provided by the family with the exception of am snack.
Are there any late fees?
Yes, late fees are discussed in detail during the one-on-one interview
Do you provide references?
All references are furnished upon request, as well as requested. Please understand the interview process is simply an equal exchange of information for both the parent & the day care facility to learn what is the best possible match for the child in need of care, as well as the program providing care, and we encourage parents to freely explore all child care options before making a final decision.
How can I learn more information about your background as a child care provider?
I am a certified child care provider. My home is registered and regulated by Maryland State Department of Education. My child care license # is: 158606. My licensing specialist name is, Ms. Danielle Henson, who can be reached at the Office of Child Care. The telephone number is: (240) 314-1400. She will be happy to answer any questions you may have concerning my child care license. You may also find the web-site link to the Maryland State Department of Education on every page of this web-site.
How can I schedule an interview, and/or a tour?
Interviews and/or tours are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays between the hours of 6:30 pm & 8:30 pm.
How do I register my child for enrollment at Seeds of Tomorrow Learning Academy?
It starts with an initial telephone call, and we'll continue from there. All delicate details will be discussed in it's entirety throughout the one-on-one interview
