Additional Day School Information
HOURS OF OPERATION
TUITION AND EXTENDED CARE FEES
ARRIVAL AT SCHOOL
SCHOOL DEPARTURE
BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE
INCLEMENT WEATHER DAYS
HEALTH AND SAFETY
MEDICATION POLICY
CLOTHING
MEALS
SNACK TIME
PLAYGROUND
PARENT OPPORTUNITIES
TOYS
BACKPACKS
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
FIELD TRIPS
SINGING PROGRAMS
CHILDREN'S CHAPEL
EXTENDED CARE
ST. PETER'S SUMMER CAMP
CLASSROOM SUPPLIES
WORSHIP SERVICES AT ST. PETER'S CHURCH
HOURS OF OPERATION
The Pre-K2 classes have a maximum of 12 students per class and meet Monday through Friday, from 7am to 6pm, or any 3 days during the week. Half days are also available.
The Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 classes have a maximum of 16 students per class and meet Monday through Friday, or, for our three day children, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
The Kindergarten class has a maximum of 20 students and meets Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
Children must be 2 years of age to enter the Pre-K2 program.
The Pre-K3/Pre-K4 students must turn 3/4 by September 30th and be potty-trained to enroll in our Pre-K3/Pre-K4 programs.
The state of Virginia requires a child be at least 5 years of age by September 30th for enrollment in Kindergarten.
If your child does not meet the age requirement for their class, it will be necessary for the child to repeat that particular class level before advancing to the next class level.
A birth certificate and a record of immunization is required for all children and must be presented when registering your child. The children entering the Kindergarten class are
required to have a physical examination. A copy of the completed physical examination form must also be presented to the office before the child starts school.
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TUITION AND EXTENDED CARE FEES
Tuition fees are due to be paid by the 1st of each month, and no later than the 15th of the month or a $10 late fee will be charged. Payment in full must be made by the last
day of the month or the child will not be allowed to attend school until payment is made. Checks should be made payable to St. Peter's Day School and may be mailed to the school,
delivered to the office, or given to your child's teacher.
No refunds are given for sickness, vacations, or inclement weather days.
When 2 children from the same family attend St. Peter’s Day School, there is a 10% discount on the youngest child’s tuition.
Any returned check will incur a $25.00 bank fee, and subsequent payments will need to be in cash only.
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ARRIVAL AT SCHOOL
The Day School opens with Extended Care at 7:00 A.M. The school day begins at 9:00 A.M. Children may play outside on the playground prior to 9:00 A.M. but a parent or guardian must
remain with them until 8:50 A.M. when the doors to school open. Please bring your child INTO the school in the morning. School commences when the bell rings at 9:00 A.M. The front
doors to the school are locked again at 9:15 A.M.
Please be punctual. It is important that your child be on time for school so that they will be able to participate in opening activities. Late arrivals to school (after 9:15 A.M.),
must check in at the office. Parents of 2-year-olds may take their children to the side door of the classroom if they arrive after 9:15 A.M. Please notify the school (757-466-9392)
if your child will not be attending, especially on Field Trip days.
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SCHOOL DEPARTURE
The school bell rings at 12:00 P.M. discharging the children who go home daily. Each teacher brings their students to the Day School entrance where the parents pick them up. We
usually go in order of youngest to oldest; please make every effort to be visible to the teacher of your child. They will not dismiss a child until they are sure
a parent or guardian is there.
Please be prompt in picking up your child. Children get very upset when parents are late. If you know you are going to be late, please notify the school by 12:00 P.M. If you are
later than 12:15 P.M. without calling, your child will be placed in the Extended Care Program, and you will be billed the drop-off fee of $25 per hour.
A late fee of $5 per minute applies to children in the Extended Care Program or the Pre-K-2 program who are not picked up by 6:00 P.M. We will make every effort to contact you or
your listed Emergency Contact at 6:00 P.M. If, after ½ an hour we have still not heard from anyone, Norfolk Police and the Department of Social Services will be called.
Parents who need to pick up their children between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 12:00 P.M. must stop by the office and sign their child out. The office must be notified (preferably
in writing) if a child is being picked up by someone other than the usual person, or persons listed on the registration form. They must bring an identification card with them to
show the staff.
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BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE
Unacceptable behavior will be determined by the child's teacher on an individual
basis. Discipline may include diversion, separating children, removal to a
special "time out" chair, or loss of privileges.
Totally unacceptable behavior from any child, (i.e. biting, scratching, spitting
or any intent to do harm), will warrant notifying the parents. If the
behavior continues, it may be necessary for parents to remove the child from the
school that day. Recurrence of such behavior is reason for permanent
dismissal from the School and Extended Care.
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INCLEMENT WEATHER DAYS
On inclement weather days (i.e. snow, ice, or storm conditions), the Director or Assistant Director will decide that morning whether school will be open.
School closing will be announced on Class Dojo or TV. The general rule is...if the public schools are closed we are also.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
Your child's health is very important to us. If they become ill during the day, you will be called to pick up your child. If we are unable to reach you, we will contact the person
you named as your emergency contact on the registration form.
PLEASE keep your child at home if they have:
| 1. | a fever of 99.9 or more (the child may return to school when free of a fever for 24 hours). |
| 2. | a cold that is less than a day old |
| 3. | a heavy nasal discharge |
| 4. | a constant cough |
| 5. | symptoms of a communicable condition, (e.g. sniffles, sore throat, headache, reddened eyes, tummy ache, vomiting, head lice, diarrhea or unknown rash). |
Balloons are considered a hazard and are not allowed at any time.
For health reasons, hand washing is encouraged throughout the day, before eating, following bathroom breaks and at regular intervals.
All children at St. Peter's Day School are insured while in our care.
Please make every effort to keep the school current on phone numbers, emergency numbers, change of address or other pertinent information.
St. Peter's Day School is covered by liability insurance.
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MEDICATION POLICY
If your child is under the care of a doctor, and needs to take a
mediction during school or extended care hours, the following
rules apply:
| 1. | Medicines prescribed by a doctor must be in the original container with the child's name and dosage clearly visible on the label. The parent MUST sign a Written Medication Consent form--one form for each medication. A medication consent form must be signed by the doctor if the medication is long term. |
| 2. | A Medication Log will be used by the staff to document when and by whom the medication was given. |
| 3. | Medication must not be sent to school in a child's book bag. The parent or adult must hand the medication to the teacher, Extended Care employee or it must be taken to the office. |
| 4. | Over the counter medications will only be administered when accompanied by a parent consent form. |
If your child has an allergy of any kind, it must be reported to your child's teacher and also written on the registration form.
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CLOTHING
School uniforms are not required. Children's clothing
should be simple, free from complicated
fastenings. Children feel more successful when they don't
have to ask for help with their clothing.
Our playgrounds are used daily, weather permitting. Sturdy
clothing is appropriate. Girls can play better and more
safely wearing pants/shorts and tennis shoes. Shoes for both boys and
girls should have rubber soles for safety. Please,
no flip flops.
All children need an extra clothes to leave at
school for use in the event of an accidental spill or toilet
accident. Please label all your child's clothing.
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MEALS
A cold breakfast is served between 7:30 am and 8:00 am. The children
in Extended Care eat lunch between 12:30 pm and 1 pm. Parents should pack a lunch daily for their child. Place an ice pack
in the lunch box to keep contents cooler and safer. Be sure to write your child's name on his/her lunch
box. In the event that a child has no lunch, we will provide one at a cost of $10.
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SNACK TIME
Snacks are served mid-morning. Parents are asked to send a bag of 'treats' to school once or twice a month, enough
for the whole class. Snacks must be store bought and must be
sealed. Treats may consist of cookies, crackers, pretzels, fruit
snacks, etc. Put your child's name
on the snack so they can be properly thanked during the Blessing.
Parents of the
Pre-K-2 year old children will need to bring in two (2) snacks
and lunch daily for their child.
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PLAYGROUND
Our school has two play areas. Both are safe areas for children to play. The children are attended at all times by
two or more adults. The playgrounds are used for recess if the weather permits.
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PARENT OPPORTUNITIES
Parents are encouraged to attend birthday and holiday parties.
Birthday parties are held during snack time. Check with your
child's teacher for party times and special treats you may want
to bring. Only pre-packed treats are allowed. No home baked goodies.
Kindergarten conferences are scheduled in January. Parents/Guardians are scheduled to meet with the
teacher and discuss their child's progress. Report cards are
issued at this time. There will be no school for Kindergarten
students (only) these two days. A
scheduled time for the meeting will be sent home with your child
well before so you can plan for this meeting.
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TOYS
Toys may be brought to school only on Show'n'Tell days.
The teacher will notify you of the day. Toys must be small
enough for the child to carry him/herself. Please do not send
valuable or irreplaceable toys to school. We cannot be held responsible
for damaged or lost toys. Books may be brought to school at any time.
Please make sure your child's name is on the book.
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BACKPACKS
Backpacks are required for all children. Your child will bring their work
home daily in their folder which should fit in the back-pack without folding. Parents are
to check the folder daily for class work, teacher's notes, and office
memos. Please put your child's name on the backpack.
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES
We encourage you to bring your children’s school supplies to the school the final week of our Summer Camp, which is the last week of August.
They will be put safely in the classroom your child will be attending. If you cannot do that, then please, make sure to bring all supplies on
opening day of school. Always put your child's name on everything – those first days can be chaotic. A list of supplies can be found
HERE.
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FIELD TRIPS
The
Pre-K-3, Pre-K-4 and Kindergarten attend one or two
field trips each school year. A permission form is sent
home for the parent to sign and return with cash payment.
The form and payment (in cash) have to be returned
to school as soon as possible. Parents are encouraged to
attend the field trip and are allowed to ride on the school bus
if space is available. Children who are not students in our school
are not allowed to ride on the bus.
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SINGING PROGRAMS
St. Peter's Day School has two singing programs each year:
A Christmas program and an End of the Year/Graduation Program.
Dates of the programs will be announced later. All classes
participate in the singing programs. Parents, friends and
relatives are invited and encouraged to attend.
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CHILDREN'S CHAPEL
Each week, the children attend "Children's Chapel" in our church. They sing songs and learn to stand on the steps to perform as they will in the programs listed above.
The Rector/Pastor of our church also talks with the children on “level-based” topics such as sharing, listening, and following directions, using the words “Please” and “Thank-you”,
etc.
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EXTENDED CARE
Our Extended Care Program offers before and after school care
for the Pre-K-3 and Pre-K-4 year olds and Kindergarten students from 7am - 9am and
12pm - 6pm.
Breakfast is provided for children arriving at school before
8:00am. Children are required to bring a bag lunch daily (no candy, soda
or sports drinks allowed). Items may be heated if necessary. If
children forget to bring their lunch, we will provide lunch
and the parent will be charged $10.
Quiet time begins
between 1:00pm and 1:30pm. The children rest on small
cots until 3:30pm.
Various snacks are provided for the children after quiet time.
Parents with children who have food allergies are asked
to provide alternative snacks for their child.
Children in Extended Care play with games, puzzles, books,
computers and, if the weather permits, they play outside.
If you have a question about Extended Care please contact the
office or the Supervisor, Charet Thill at 466-9392.
| Extended Care Supply List | |||
| Please write your child's name on all items. | |||
| Crib sheet Small sheet/blanket Small pillow (not the standard size) 2 Additional sets of extra clothes |
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ST. PETER'S SUMMER CAMP
St. Peter's Summer Camp is a non-academic program for chil-dren from 3 years old (and potty trained) to children just finishing Kindergarten (Ages 6 or 7).
It features fun events and activities, arts and crafts, limited computer play, special guests, and water fun.
Dates:
We open summer camp after our regular school has ended, and we continue until the last week in August. Dates will vary year–to–year. Call for more information.
Camp Hours:
Monday through Friday, 7am -6pm
Click here for Summer Camp Flyer
Click here for Registration Form
| Camp Prices: Changes yearly; please call the office - (757) 466-9392. |
Camp Supplies: |
On Water Day Only: | |
| A daily lunch | Crib sheet | A towel |
| Box of tissues | Small sheet/blanket | Bathing suit |
| Monthly snack | Small pillow | Water shoes |
| 2 extra sets of clothes |
A copy of your child's birth certificate and immunization record is required.
Your child should bring a lunch daily in a labeled lunchbox or bag. We do not have room to refrigerate lunch boxes. You should include a child-friendly ice pack to keep the lunch fresh if needed. Place names on all plasticware that need to be returned home. NO GLASS CONTAINERS. We can re-heat any items if needed. If children forget their lunch, we will provide lunch and the parents are charged $10.
Notification must be given to the camp supervisor if your child is coming to camp after 12pm.
Please call the office for more information 466-9392.
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CLASSROOM SUPPLIES:
Pre-K-2 Students
Book Bag
Diapers/Pull Ups
Crib Sheet and blanket
Box of Tissues
Pacifier (if needed)
Baby Wipes
Several sets of clothing
Small Playdough
Box of Large crayons
Pocket folder
Paints
Pre-K-2 and Pre-K-3 Students
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Book Bag (large enough to hold a folder)
Box of 8 large basic color Crayola crayons (no pastels or
fluorescent please, and not extra large)
Pocket folder (with bottom pockets)
Crayola Water Color paint set (8 colors)
Small Elmer's White Glue
One can of Playdough (any color)
Fiskars scissors
Shallow pencil box
A box of tissues
Snack (once a month, enough for each child in the class)
Change of clothes (2 sets)
Kindergarten Students
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Book Bag (large enough to hold a folder)
Box of small Crayola crayons (8 count)
Pocket folder with bottom pockets
Small Elmer's White Glue
Fiskars scissors
Shallow pencil box
Box of tissues
Monthly snack
Primary Composition Book -Draw/Write/Learn (found at Office supply stores or online)
** BRAND NAMES ARE PREFERRED. IN 50+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE, WE HAVE LEARNED THEY PRODUCE CONSISTENLY THE BEST RESULTS SO PLEASE, MAKE EVERY ATTEMPT TO PURCHASE AS LISTED.
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WORSHIP SERVICES AT ST. PETER'S CHURCH
St. Peter's Episcopal Church welcomes all families new to the area, and/or those who are looking for a new church home to come worship with us.
Try us out with absolutely no obligation; we would love to see you.
| 8:00am | Holy Eucharist - Rite I |
| 10:00am | Holy Eucharist - Rite II |
If you have any questions concerning the Church, the Day School, the Extended Care Program or Summer Camp, please call the office. We can be reached at
757-466-9392 Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. during the school year and 9:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. during the summer months.
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