Parent Guidelines
As a parent of a child enrolled in Kids at the Creek (KATC) Preschool, I understand my responsibility to my child's school and willingly agree to the expectations outlined below and included, but not limited to, the Parent Handbook.
Permission is granted for my child to be included in routine evaluations. As part of this program, permission is granted for observation of children and teachers by Early Childhood Specialists to provide feedback about ways to improve the environment, the daily program, activities and experiences. General group information collected in this quality enhancement program may be used for reporting and grant application purposes.
I hereby grant permission for Kids at the Creek Preschool/Gold Creek Community Church Ministries to use photos or quotations involving my child in school promotional materials or on our KATC social media accounts. No personal information will be published in promotional materials without express consent of the parents.
I give my permission for Kids at the Creek to publish my phone number and email address solely for distribution to my child's classroom roster or professional photography.
I grant permission for my child to use all playground equipment and participate in all preschool activities on the campus of Gold Creek Community Church. I understand that in the event of an emergency, the school and its employees and agents will call emergency services and contact me as soon as possible. I give consent to any licensed physician to administer drugs or medicine or to perform such medical procedures as that physician determines necessary for the relief of pain and to preserve my child's life or health. I understand that I am responsible for all medical transportation, rescue and other related expenses incurred on behalf of my child.
Your child's safety is our number one priority. Our staff may request information from you and other authorized parties to verify identity and ensure the safe pick up/delivery of your child to preschool. As parent/guardian of your child, we expect you to relay our policies to others who may interact with our staff on behalf of your child (daycare providers, relatives, etc.)
Policy Agreement
I understand that all disputes related to this Agreement or enrollment at Kids at the Creek Preschool shall be resolved by binding arbitration. The parties may agree to mediate prior to arbitration in accordance with the following terms. Mediation and arbitration shall be before a mutually acceptable person who is a practicing attorney with a minimum of ten years experience or a retired judge. In the event that the parties cannot agree on such person, each shall appoint a qualified person and the two shall agree on a third qualified person to be the sole mediator or arbitrator. The arbitrator need not be the same person as the mediator. The parties hereby incorporate, and the arbitration shall follow, the procedures of Chapter 7.04 RCW. Additionally, the arbitrator shall have the authority to order such discovery, by way of deposition, interrogatories, document production, or otherwise, as the arbitrator considers necessary to full and fair exploration of the issues in dispute, consistent with the expedited nature of arbitration. The laws of the State of Washington shall govern. The parties shall evenly split the costs of both mediation and arbitration.
The preschool does not discriminate in the admission of students based on race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, as required by federal and state laws to the extent applicable to the preschool. KATC Preschool reserves the right to modify, supplement, rescind or revise any policy, benefit or provision at any time, with or without notice, as it deems necessary in its sole discretion.
If a conflict exists between this Agreement and a policy contained in the preschool's handbooks or written policies, our handbooks shall govern. The preschool cannot guarantee a student's eligibility for continued enrollment after his or her initial admittance at preschool. See our Parent Handbook for a full description of our policies.
Waiver
I release and agree to hold harmless, defend and indemnify, the school and its directors, officers, employees and agents from and against any and all claims for personal injury (including loss of life) and all other losses or damages (except those caused entirely by the gross negligence or intentional conduct of the school) that the child or the parent may suffer as a result of the child's participation and/or enrollment at the preschool.
Bathroom Policy
I understand that children must be fully potty trained and independent in the bathroom (exceptions based on verified medical conditions).
Immunization Records
I understand that Kids at the Creek Preschool must have completed immunization forms submitted by Aug. 1st and updated as necessary. These can be mailed, faxed or dropped off at our office. No child will be allowed to start the program without these records.
Deposit and Fees Due Date
There is a $200 registration fee per family per year at the time of enrollment to secure your spot. I understand that a contract deposit (Last month's tuition), plus the building/materials fee is due on or before Aug. 1. The Kindergarten deposit plus the building/materials fee is due July 1. See the parent handbook for this amount. This deposit is required to secure your child's spot and is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
New Financial Policies!
We have a user friendly payment system through Jackrabbit Technologies! Please read this policy carefully for a clear understanding. Jackrabbit Technology is compatible with all your favorite devices. All payments will be transacted through Jackrabbit either by credit/debit. All accounts must enter a major credit/debit card in order to be registered at Kids at the Creek. Jackrabbit is secure with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance which is mandated by all major credit card associations. Tuition may be paid up front or in monthly installments. Payment installments are due on the first of each month (except the contract deposit, which is due the first day of August) . All outstanding accounts and unpaid tuition for that month will automatically be charged to your account on the 10th day of that month. If you wish to pay by check or cash, you may do so on site (bankcard information must still be on file). If your check or cash payment is not received by the 5th, your card will be charged the current month's tuition on the 10th of that month. Registration fees are non-refundable. Please see the Parent Handbook located in FAQ's on our website for additional rules and policies on withdrawal, extended leave and late pick up fees. Address questions to accounts@kidsatthecreek.com.