Policies
Please Note:
Stellers Jay Academy follows all updated protocols and procedures as outlined by the Provincial Health Authorities, which we to use to guide our school health and safety procedures. Families will be provided a copy of the handbook at the time of registration.
Policies
Holidays
The preschool will be closed on all statutory holidays and during winter break.
Professional Development Days
Stellers Jay Academy participates and closes for professional development days throughout the year. Specific dates will be listed on our yearly school calendar.
Arrival
Please allow plenty of time for transition. Please call or email if your child is going to be absent from class.
Departure
You are welcome to come in and pick up your child from their designated classroom.
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Inform the teacher by telephone if the authorized adult is unable to pick up your child. (Provide the name and description of the adult who will be picking up your child in their place. A teacher will ask to see picture I.D. if a person is unfamiliar to them).
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Be aware that teachers will not release your child to an adult who appears to be “under the influence” Alternate plans will be made at the time.
Adaption Week
The first week of school is a process of adaption week to your child’s first experience. The classes will be two hours long at the first day and it will increase to a full day by the end of the week.
Toilet Trained
In order for our program to function at its best, all children must be toilet trained before starting our 3-5 programs.
Uniform Policies
Withdrawal From Preschool
Please refer to parent's handbook
Withdrawal From school: Two months’ written notice must be given if it becomes necessary to withdraw your child from the Stellers Jay Academy. If this two month’s notice is not given, payment for the next month’s tuition is payable in full and your security deposit will apply for the last month of tuition.
Suitability For Program
We recognize and celebrate a diverse group of children and families at Stellers Jay Academy. If a child has behavioral challenges which the staff and program cannot cope with to the extent that we cannot operate and fulfill our program to its full potential, support may be requested for the child. Supported Child Development is our first option for support. If funding is not available it will be the parent’s responsibility to pay for support for the child in order for the child to continue within the program, or withdrawal may be recommended.
Affordable Childcare Benefit Program
Stellers Jay Academy participates in the Childcare Fee Reduction Incentive (CCFRI).
Stellers Jay Academy participates in the Affordable Childcare Benefit program (ACCB) for families that qualify. For more information on applying for the program and eligibility please visit
Program Feedback
In order to maintain good communication, we encourage feedback, both positive and critical. Please feel free to share your suggestions, comments or concerns, either by phone, email, or see us in person after class.
NSF Payments
Any NSF payments will be charged a fee of $25.00. If payment is not received the preschool reserves the right to terminate enrolment