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Balanced Learning® for the Balance Child® 1 Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care® 2014-2015 Academic School Year Dear Parents, We are pleased that you have chosen the Primrose School at the Galleria as your partner in ensuring the best for your child’s development and early childhood education. Primrose Schools are committed to continual learning and innovation in early learning. Did you know that 90% of Primrose students achieved test scores well above the national average? With the winning combination of Primrose’s proprietary Balanced Learning Curriculum® and Balanced Assessment™, our students are ready to succeed in elementary school. Your new enrollment packet contains time sensitive material and therefore we ask that you thoroughly read the information today and return all documents prior to your child’s first day at Primrose. You may scan all completed documents to: [email protected]. Enclosed you will find the following: Steps to a Bright Future Enrollment Application and Agreement Transportation Emergency Information All About Me! Physician’s Statement of Well Health Authorization and Consent to Treatment of Minors Discipline Guidance Statement Parent Orientation Overview Allergy/Dietary Restriction Form School Closing and Holidays *Please turn in a copy of your child’s most current Immunization Record* Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. We look forward to partnering with you in creating an exciting and successful school year. Again, we are excited to have you join our Primrose School at the Galleria family. Best Regards, Primrose School at the Galleria

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  • Balanced Learning for the Balance Child 1

    Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care

    2014-2015 Academic School Year

    Dear Parents,

    We are pleased that you have chosen the Primrose School at the Galleria as your partner in ensuring the best for your childs development and early childhood education. Primrose Schools are committed to continual learning and innovation in early learning. Did you know that 90% of Primrose students achieved test scores well above the national average? With the winning combination of Primroses proprietary Balanced Learning Curriculum and Balanced Assessment, our students are ready to succeed in elementary school. Your new enrollment packet contains time sensitive material and therefore we ask that you thoroughly read the information today and return all documents prior to your childs first day at Primrose. You may scan all completed documents to: [email protected]. Enclosed you will find the following:

    Steps to a Bright Future Enrollment Application and Agreement Transportation Emergency Information All About Me! Physicians Statement of Well Health Authorization and Consent to Treatment of Minors Discipline Guidance Statement Parent Orientation Overview Allergy/Dietary Restriction Form School Closing and Holidays

    *Please turn in a copy of your childs most current Immunization Record* Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. We look forward to partnering with you in creating an exciting and successful school year. Again, we are excited to have you join our Primrose School at the Galleria family.

    Best Regards, Primrose School at the Galleria

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    Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care

    The First Step to a Bright Future

    Investing in Quality Child Care for Your Child

    According to recent expert studies, children enrolled in early childhood education programs are more likely to be superior in reading and math, graduate from high school, and attend college. Theyre also more likely to hold a job and earn more money. Now more than ever, early childhood education is the cornerstone to a thriving life for your child.

    Primrose, a family of private preschools, is the nations leader in providing consistent, accredited early childhood education, and child care services. Every day the entire Primrose staff works to ensure that Primrose provides the best education available at its 220 preschools nationwide, including here at the Primrose School at the Galleria in Houston.

    I have personally experienced the challenge parents go through when searching for a provider for their child that they can trust, said Nebal Nemry, owner of Primrose School at the Galleria. Choosing a quality preschool and child care partner is one of the most important decisions a parent has to make.

    Preschool education will not only shape a childs success in elementary school, but will also affect success later in life. As kindergarten nears, parents naturally look for success markers like reading and math proficiency; however, they also want their children to be happy, confident, and independent. Its easy to take these attributes for granted, but they are part of the social-emotional development that needs to be taught during the childs early years to provide the foundation for success beyond the classroom.

    Balanced Learning Curriculum: One way that Primrose Schools ensures it provides education excellence is the Balanced Learning curriculum. This proven teaching approach, which balances academics, play, and character development, is based on national developmental learning standards and assures that children are nurtured academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and creatively.

    Highest Accreditation Standards: In 1998, Primrose became the first educational preschool company to earn national accreditation from CITA/SACS CASI (now part of AdvancED) ultimately reinforcing its long-standing commitment to high-quality early childhood education, paving the way for others to follow later. Primrose was also the first

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    educational preschool to require all of its schools to be accredited by either SACS/CASI or NCA/CASI.

    Commitment to Safety: Primrose employs the highest health, safety and security standards. The centerpiece of this commitment is the schools Safe School Plan, a comprehensive tool designed to prepare its schools and parents for any kind of emergency. Primrose created these guidelines, which are updated on an annual basis, in conjunction with a safety consultant and safety organizations, such as fire, health and police departments.

    Bracken Assessment: In a continuing effort to provide children with the skills and knowledge necessary to instill a lifelong love of learning and prepare them for a more formal education, Primrose completes the Bracken School Readiness Assessment for children in preschool, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten programs. This is an evaluation of a childs understanding of important foundational concepts directly related to early childhood education. The Bracken Assessment indicates that Primrose students perform at about twice the level of their peers and show 1.3 times more yearly growth.

    High Quality Preschool Experiences Lead to Future Success in School and Life

    Parents choose Primrose not only because of the Balanced Learning program, but also because of the quality of the peoplefrom our owners, to teachers, to staff. Primrose believes that when you have passionate people, a proven curriculum, and the highest standards, there is no limit to what you can do for children. A team of leading early childhood educators creates a purposeful curriculum at every level, from 6 weeks to 5 years old, that carefully balances social, emotional, physical, and academic learning.

    Primrose teachers bring this accredited program to life in their classrooms by providing opportunities for child-initialed and teacher-directed activities every day. The rich Balanced Learning curriculum and the accompanying Balanced Assessment Student Evaluations provide Primrose teachers with a teaching blueprint so their instruction is meaningful and purposeful. These tools also make it possible for teachers to focus on each childs individual learning experience.

    Primrose believes that with the right foundation anything is possible for your child. To learn more about the many lifelong benefits of enrolling your child at the Primrose School at the Galleria, please visit www.primroseatthegalleria.com or call 713.559.8668.

  • Primrose Galleria Yoga Program

    Kid Yoga

    Kid Yoga comes to our school for our weekly yoga lessons for our 2-year-olds and up. Yoga is wonderful for children to enjoy and understand the simple movements of their bodies. We want children to learn self- health, relaxation and inner fulfillment, so they can navigate life challenges with a little more ease. Yoga brings that marvelous inner light that all children have to the surface. The physical movements introduce children to yogas true meaning; Union, Expression, and Honor. We aim to inspire, encourage and create with Mind, Body, and Soul.

    Each class consists of 5 sections:

    Word of the week Each class starts with word of the week. All words are meant to be positive, reassuring, and encouraging. We encourage the kids to apply the positive word in everyday life. Warm up Warm ups consist of a combination of yoga poses that are specifically targeted to an area of the body. Each week we will introduce new poses and their function for the body. Warm up are between Story Pose After we warm up, we read a short story that corresponds with yoga poses. Each story is based on the word of the week, which allows children to put the word of the week into movement with their imagination. Relaxation/ Meditation During this part of the class, the kids lay on their backs with their eyes closed and covered. We take the time to relax, and think about what we did in class. Relaxation helps them to digest what they have just learned as well as to calm down from all of the excitement. Namaste The class ends with Namaste. Namaste means there is a light in me and there is a light in you, and together we are one. This conclusion to the class helps the children grasp the concept that we are a unit. It also helps them to understand that if you work as one you can achieve as one. One Love, One light, One sight.

    Kid Yoga Tuesdays & Thursdays

    Inside the PPK classroom

    Tuesday

    3:00 3:30 Preschool 1

    3:30 4:00 EP2

    4:00 4:30 EP3

    4:30 5:00 EP1

    Thursday

    3:00 3:30 Preschool 2

    3:30 4:00 Kindergarten

    4:00 4:30 PPK

  • Primrose Galleria Gymnastics Program

    Fitness Adventures - The Gym Station

    A Healthy Today, Leads to a Healthy Tomorrow

    We are pleased to introduce Gym Stations Fitness Adventures to your children this academic year. Our staff of instructors is excited to partner with your school in making fitness an exciting part of your childrens school day.

    Our curriculum is specifically designed to enhance motor development, lay a foundation for fitness enjoyment, and continue social development through physical activity. Each week your children will experience innovative programming that will help them jump start into a life style of fitness for years to come.

    We are pleased to announce that Fitness Adventures meets and exceeds all national standards for physical education in U.S. public schools. Our goal is to make each and every Fitness Adventures class enjoyable for all and give children a sense of accomplishment as they continue their daily activities. The Gym Station is proud to be at the forefront of the fight against childhood obesity and privileged to have the opportunity to impact your childs lifelong LOVE for fitness! Keeping Fitness FUN!

    - The Gym Station Team

    The Gym Station Wednesdays in the Front Lobby

    Wednesday

    2:30 3:00 PPK/Kinder

    3:00 3:30 Preschool 2

    3:30 4:00 Preschool 1

    4:00 4:20 EP3

    4:20 - 4:40 EP2

    4:40 5:00 EP1

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    Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care Primrose School at the Galleria Application and Agreement Date of Application: ______________ Requested First Day of Attendance: ______________________

    CHILD INFORMATION Childs Name: ____________________________________ Sex M F Nick Name: _________________

    Date of Birth: ________________ Age: _________ SS #: _________ - ______ - ___________

    Address: ___________________________________ City: ___________ State: _______ Zip: ______________

    Has your child been previously enrolled in a Primrose School? _____ Yes _____ No

    Will your child have a sibling enrolled? _____ Yes _____ No Siblings Name: _____________________

    Has your child previously been enrolled in preschool or a child care program: _____ Yes _____ No

    Is your child toilet trained? _____ Yes _____ No _____ In Process

    Does your child speak another language? ___ Yes ___ No Please specify: _____________________

    PARENT/SPONSOR INFORMATION Mother/Sponsors Name: ________________________________________ Relationship: ________________

    DL #: ________________________ S.S. #:_________ - ______ - ___________

    Address: ___________________________________ City: ___________ State: _______ Zip: _______________

    Phone: ____________________________ Employer Name: _________________________________________

    Employer Address: ___________________________________________ Work Phone: ___________________

    Personal E-Mail Address: ____________________________________ _________________________________

    Business E-Mail Address: ______________________________________________________________________

    Father/Sponsors Name: ________________________________________ Relationship: _________________

    DL #: ________________________ S.S. #:_________ - ______ - ___________

    Address: ___________________________________ City: ___________ State: _______ Zip: _______________

    Phone: ____________________________ Employer Name: _________________________________________

    Employer Address: ___________________________________________ Work Phone: ___________________

    Personal E-Mail Address: ____________________________________ _________________________________

    Business E-Mail Address: ______________________________________________________________________

    Childs Photo Here

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    PARENT/SPONSOR INFORMATION CONT. Parent/ Sponsor Marital Status: ____ Single ____Married ____Separated*____Divorced* ____Other*

    With whom does the child reside? ____Both Parents ____Mother ____Father ____ Other

    *Please explain status of Custody/Guardianship agreement: ________________________________

    *If the child does not live with both parents, a copy of the court ordered custody decree must be maintained in the childs permanent school file. The guidelines of the custody decree will be strictly enforced.

    Parent/Sponsor understands the importance of and assumes responsibility for notifying Primrose School at the Galleria of any significant changes in enrollment information such as work, home phone numbers, work location, emergency contacts, authorized pick up persons, medical information, etc.

    ________ Mothers Initial ________ Fathers Initial and/or ________ Sponsor(s) Initials

    EMERGENCY INFORMATION Should my child become ill or suffer an accident, I hereby authorize Primrose Schools to administer, call for, or secure the necessary emergency care of medical attention as deemed necessary by Primrose Schools. I understand that an effort will be made to contact myself or the designated persons if possible, before any action is taken. I also understand that any expense incurred will be accepted by me.

    Childs Physician: _____________________________________ Phone: (_______) ______________________

    Physicians Address: __________________________ City: ___________ State: ____ Zip: ________________

    Preferred Emergency Medical Facility: ________________________________________________________

    Phone: (_______) _________________ Facility Address: ___________________________________________

    *Please list any continuing treatment for a medical or behavior disorder your child is receiving: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________________________________________________

    *Please list any medical problems or chronic illnesses which the school should be aware of:

    _____________________________________________________________________________________________

    *Please list any food or drug allergies/diet restrictions: _________________________________________

    _____________________________________________________________________________________________

    ILLNESS Children who become ill, or retain a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher may not remain at school, nor will an ill child be admitted. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to make arrangements to have the child picked up as soon as possible after they have been notified of a childs illness. Children who have been exposed to or have contracted serious communicable or infectious diseases may not return to school until the disease is no longer contagious, and a note from the childs physician is given to the Director.

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    MEDICATION Medication will only be administered once a day and only one medication per child, per day will be given. All medications must be signed in at the front desk. No medication may be placed in the childs tote bag. Only medication specifically labeled as a prescription with doctors name, childs name and dosage procedures outlines will be administered. Over the Counter medication can only be administered with written authorization from the childs physician. Medication will not be administered without a signed medicine authorization for each day given.

    List two individuals OTHER than parent/guardians who are authorized to pick up your child:

    Name: __________________________________Relationship: ___________ Drivers License #___________

    Address: ___________________________________ City: ___________ State: _______ Zip: _______________

    Phone: (_______) ______________________ Employer Name: ______________________________________

    Address:___________________________________________ Work Phone: (_________)___________________

    Name: __________________________________Relationship: ___________ Drivers License #___________

    Address: ___________________________________ City: ___________ State: _______ Zip: _______________

    Phone: (_______) ______________________ Employer Name: ______________________________________

    Address: ___________________________________________ Work Phone: (_________)__________________

    REGISTRATION The annual registration fee of $150.00 is due and payable at the time of registrations and each new school year. The fee includes processing your childs application, art and school supplies, a Primrose School tote bag and T-Shirt, and your childs Accident Insurance Premium. There will be a Summer Activity Fee for the Toddlers and up which will go towards miscellaneous activities throughout the summer months. All applicable forms must be completed prior to your childs attendance. TUITION Your tuition payment reserves your childs space in our program. In order to ensure quality programming and high quality staffing, your tuition is due even when your child is absent. Tuition is paid weekly. Weekly tuition is due on Friday of the preceding week. If your tuition is not paid in a timely manner, a late fee of $50.00 will be added. Failure to stay current in your childs tuition fees may result in the loss of your childs space at Primrose and will constitute a default which will entitle Primrose to all remedies as prescribed by law including reasonable attorneys fees. The tuition for your childs program is listed on our rate sheet. Fees are due and payable regardless of weather conditions that may or may not affect the schools opening and closing. LATE CHARGES AND PENALTIES If a child is left at Primrose after closing, our staff will attempt to contact parents first then will proceed to the listed emergency contacts to pick up the child. If a child is left for an

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    unreasonable length of time and we are unable to locate any authorized adult to care for the child, we must then contact the appropriate regulatory agency including the Department of Family and Children Services. Parents are charged a late fee of $3 per minute if their children remain at school after the designated closing time. This fee will be billed to your account. HOURS AND DAYS OF OPERATION Primrose School at the Galleria is open Monday through Friday, January through December, between the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The school will be closed at least for the following holidays: Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, New Years Day, Memorial Day, and Independence Day. Please refer to the Primrose Holiday Schedule located in your enrollment packet. No portion of your weekly paid or outstanding tuition will be refunded or canceled in the event of absence, holiday, school closings, withdrawal, or dismissal from the school. WITHDRAWAL Should it become necessary to withdraw your child for any reason, a two week written notice must be submitted to the school office. Verbal notice will not be considered withdrawal notification. Tuition is due and payable during the two week period. RELEASE OF CHILD The registering parent/guardian must notify Primrose in writing of all persons authorized to pick up the child. If you must add or subtract a person permitted to pick up your child, please speak with the front desk. DAILY SIGN IN Primrose School at the Galleria has an operating system that you must use when dropping off your child and when picking up. Please check-in your child by using the four digit code given to you from the front office. By doing this, parents can be assured the attending staff will be aware of the childs arrival and departure at Primrose each day. GENERAL AUTHORIZATIONS: PERMISSION TO LEAVE GATED AREA: Permission is hereby given for my child to leave the gated area for special reasons such as an emergency or field trip (field trips only apply to children in Pre-k and Kindergarten). Although they may leave the gated area, they will not leave the school campus and will always be supervised. This will not involve use of transportation. All actual field trips will have their own field trip permission slips showing date, destination, time, etc. __________ I DO grant permission __________ I DO NOT grant permission STUDENT INTERNET USE I authorize my child to have access to the Internet through Primrose approved pathways only, and under teacher supervision at all times. I understand that, in spite of the precautions taken by this school, exposure to inappropriate materials may accidentally occur. I agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Primrose Schools, its employees and agents, from any and all claims,

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    demands, actions, liabilities, and expenses, arising from or related to my childs use of the Internet. I herby waive, release, and discharge, any and all claims I may have against Primrose Schools and its affiliates arising from my childs use of the Internet and the use of thereof by Primrose Schools teachers, administrations, officers, employees, and other students. With that understanding, I hereby give permission to Primrose Schools to allow my child to have access to the Internet under these stated conditions. __________ I DO grant permission __________ I DO NOT grant permission PERMISSION TO APPLY SUNSCREEN I authorize Primrose Schools staff to apply sunscreen to my child, for protection from the sun when needed each day they attend school. I understand that I am responsible for applying sunscreen on my child before school each morning. I understand that the teachers will apply Bullfrog Sunscreen with Insect Repellent SPF 30 to my child in the afternoon before going outside. __________ I DO grant permission __________ I DO NOT grant permission PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RELEASE Primrose Schools, licensees, and assignees may use photographs, reproductions, and/or sound recording of my child, for any and all purposes, which may include promotional/advertising and publicity purposes without compensation. All negatives, positives, prints, or videos shall be the property of Primrose School Franchising Company, solely and completely. Primrose Schools will not identify my child without written consent. I understand that this approval may be revoked at any time by written request to the management. __________ I DO grant permission __________ I DO NOT grant permission I HEREBY GRANT PERMISSION FOR MY CHILD TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITES:

    All program activities. Including the use of indoor and outdoor equipment. Water-related activities supervised by Primrose Schools. Transport by Primrose Schools to and from the elementary my child attends. Any scheduled field trips in age-appropriate classes. I understand that I will be provided

    and must complete written permission for each event in which I wish my child to participate. I will be given advance notice of such planned field trips. I further understand that oral permission cannot be granted for field trip participation.

    I, ______________________________________, agree that I have read and understand the terms and agreements listed herein. I am in receipt of and agree to comply with all Policies and Procedures set forth in the Primrose Schools Parent Handbook, and agree to the provisions which are incorporated herein, by reference and are a part of hereof. Parent/Guardian ____________________________________________________ Date _______________

    Parent/Guardian ____________________________________________________ Date _______________

    Director/Designated Staff Member ___________________________________ Date _______________

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    Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care

    Transportation Emergency Information This form is used for our Safety Evacuation and Transportation binder. Should there be an emergency, this form will provide the childcare employee with numbers to parents/guardians and authorized adults to pick up your child. For children over 3, this form will also be used for field trips that are taken periodically as a part of our overall Educational Program. We will not take your child on a field trip without prior permission.

    EMERGENCY RELEASE

    Should my child become ill or suffer an accident, I, _______________________________ (Print Parent or Legal Guardian Name), hereby authorize the Primrose School to administer, call for, or secure the necessary emergency care or medical attention as may be deemed necessary by the Primrose School. I understand that an effort will be made to contact me or my designate(s), if possible, before any action will be taken. I also understand that any expense incurred will be accepted by me.

    *Additional comments (food/drug allergies, reactions, medications):________________________________________________

    _________________________________________________ _____________ Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian Date PERSONAL INFORMATION

    CHILDS NAME: HOME PHONE:

    ADDRESS:

    BIRTH DATE: AGE:

    PHYSICIANS NAME: PHYSICIANS PHONE: AUTHORIZED PICK UP INFORMATION (Must include one adult that is not a parent/legal guardian)

    PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN NAME:

    CELL NUMBER: LICENSE NUMBER:

    EMPLOYER: WORK NUMBER:

    CO-PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN NAME:

    CELL NUMBER: LICENSE NUMBER:

    EMPLOYER: WORK NUMBER:

    OTHER AUTHORIZED NAME: CELL NUMBER:

    OTHERAUTHORIZED NAME: CELL NUMBER:

    EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITY USED BY THIS PRIMROSE SCHOOL: Texas Childrens Hospital 6621 Fannin St.

    __________________________________________________ _____________ Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian Date

    Childs Photo Here

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    To better acquaint your child and their new Primrose teacher please fill out the following:

    My name is: _____________________________________________________________

    I was born on: ___________ My first language is: ____________________________

    My parents names are: __________________________________________________

    My siblings are: __________________________________________________________

    My favorite color is: ______________________________________________________

    I sleep best when: _______________________________________________________

    The foods I enjoy are: ____________________________________________________

    The foods I dislike are: ____________________________________________________

    The foods I am restricted from are: ________________________________________

    I am allergic to: __________________________________________________________

    When I am sad, it helps if you: _____________________________________________

    Further information you would like your childs teacher to know: _________________________________________________________________________

    If your childs first language is not English, please list simple words or phrases that your teacher may need to know: _________________________________________________________________________

    _________________________________________________________________________

    All About Me!

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    Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care

    Physicians Statement of Well Health

    Childs Name: __________________________________________

    Childs Date of Birth: ____________________________________

    This child has been examined by me and is found in good health and able to participate in group child care. This child is physically and mentally able to participate in all aspects of group child care.

    Physicians Signature: ______________________________________________

    Physicians Name (please print): ____________________________________

    Physicians Address:

    ___________________________________________________________________

    ___________________________________________________________________

    ___________________________________________________________________

    Physicians Phone Number: ________________________________________

    Fax: ______________________________

    Primrose School at the Galleria 5015 Westheimer Rd. Suite A423, Houston TX, 77056, (P) 713.559.8668 (F) 713.559.8660

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    Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care Authorization and Consent to Treatment of Minor

    I, __________________________________________, parent/legal guardian hereby authorize Texas Childrens Hospital, Methodist or Hermann Memorial Hospital as agent for the undersigned to consent to medical treatment of my child as indicated below when I cannot be contacted. Such consent includes, without limitation, x-rays, injections, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis and treatment and hospital care which is deemed advisable and rendered under the general supervision of any licensed physician or surgeon, whether such diagnosis or treatment is rendered at that of said physician/surgeon or any hospital facility.

    This authorization shall remain in effect until enrollment in Primrose School at the Galleria is terminated.

    Mothers Last Name: _____________________________ Mothers First Name: __________________________

    Mothers Work Phone: ____________________________

    Fathers Last Name: ______________________________ Fathers First Name: ___________________________

    Fathers Work Phone: _____________________________

    Childs Street Address: ____________________________

    City/State/Zip Code: _____________________________

    Home Phone: ____________________________________

    Allergies (include medications, food, insect bites, etc.):

    __________________________________________________________________________________________________

    ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Childs Physicians Name: _____________________________

    Physicians Address:

    ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

    ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Physicians Phone Number: _________________________________ Fax: _________________________________

    Mothers Signature: ________________________________________________________________________________

    Date: ________________________________ Drivers License Number/State: ______________________________

    Fathers Signature: _________________________________________________________________________________

    Date: ________________________________ Drivers License Number/State: ______________________________

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    Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care Discipline and Guidance Policy for Primrose School at the Galleria

    Discipline must be: 1. Individualized and consistent for each child; 2. Appropriate to the childs level of understanding; and 3. Directed toward teaching the child acceptable behavior and self-control.

    A care giver may only use positive methods of discipline and guidance that encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction, which include at least the following:

    1. Using praise and encouragement of good behavior instead of focusing only upon unacceptable behavior;

    2. Reminding a child of behavior expectations daily by using clear, positive statements;

    3. Redirecting behavior using positive statements; and 4. Using brief supervised separation or time out from the group, when appropriate

    for the childs age and development, which is limited to no more than one minute per year of the childs age.

    There must be no harsh, cruel, or unusual treatment of any child. The following types of discipline and guidance are prohibited:

    1. Corporal punishment or threats of corporal punishment; 2. Punishment associated with food, naps, or toilet training; 3. Pinching, shaking, or biting a child; 4. Hitting a child with a hand or instrument; 5. Putting anything in or on a childs mouth; 6. Humiliating, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child; 7. Subjecting a child to harsh, abusive, or profane language; 8. Placing a child in a locked or dark room, bathroom, or closet with the door

    closed; 9. Requiring a child to remain silent or inactive for inappropriately long periods of

    time for the childs age. Texas Administrative Code, Title 40, Chapters 745 and 747, Subchapters L, Discipline and Guidance

    TDPRS-CCL

    My signature verifies I have read and received a copy of this discipline guidance policy.

    _________________________________ _________________ Signature Date

    parent employee/caregiver household member of child-care home

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    PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT THE GALLERIA

    Parent Orientation Overview Primrose Mission

    To provide each child a secure, nurturing, educational child care experiences that fosters self-discovery, a love of learning, and a positive self-esteem through our Balanced Learning approach.

    In partnership with families, we help to establish a foundation for children which become the springboard to social, emotional, physical and intellectual development.

    We create a positive workplace for our staff which promotes professional and personal satisfaction.

    We believe that by encouraging a strong sense of trust and balance, Primrose Schools will make a lifelong difference in the communities that we serve.

    Introduction to Primrose School at the Galleria: Policies and Procedures

    ______________ Parents Initial

    Accreditations: -Primrose Schools Standard of Excellence Accreditation: Primrose School Franchising Company implements the Standard of Excellence Accreditation annually. This exclusive accreditation process is a comprehensive evaluation which reviews the area of health, safety, security, staffing and educational programs. Ongoing visits by Primrose Corporate Operations Consultants ensure these high standards are maintained in each Primrose School. Primrose Corporate provides ongoing communication and professional development programs to enhance the exceptional early childhood programming provided for the children in our schools.

    -CITA (SACS CASI) Accreditation: We are CITA (SACS CASI) accredited! CITA, the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation, determine accreditations for all colleges, universities, private and public schools. We are committed to continual learning and innovation in early learning. Accreditation through CITA furthers our commitment as The Leader in Educational Child Care.

    _____________ Parents Initial

    Balanced Learning Components: Rhythm & Notes- Music Appreciation Primrose combines exclusive activities along with nationally recognized music programs to help children develop appreciation through an introduction of a wide range of music. Classical music is played each day during rest time. Music APP Primrose offers a Music APP that will allow you to stream your childs classrooms music in your car. Please be sure to get a flyer from the front desk to access the code and find the correct program for your child! Thumbs Up!- Physical Fitness Children laugh and enjoy the fun, engaging in physical fitness activities designed to strengthen bodies and stretch muscles.

    Noggin Joggin- Memory & Reasoning

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    ______________

    Parents Initial

    Every morning children begin the day with a simple mind-stretching exercise with emphasis on reasoning, memory and concentration.

    Mud Pies- Ecology Natural curiosity is awakened in the monthly garden and nature study. Children love to plant their garden, plant seeds and watch their plants grow. Mucho Mundo- Foreign Language (Spanish) Children are introduced and exposed to Spanish as a foreign language. The weekly lessons are progressive and coordinate with the Primrose Unit of Learning.

    Character Development Programs: Posies & Polliwogs- Character Development Through discussion, arts and crafts, puppet play, games and role playing, children are encouraged to share thoughts on concepts of morals and values such as honesty, compassion, respect and good judgment. Helping Hands- Community Awareness Children learn the cultural elements of society, history and pride by participating in community-minded class activities. Parents are encouraged to join in planned projects that benefit the community. Adopt-A-Grandparent- Elder Appreciation Both young and old build a friendship and benefit from participation in each others life. Children experience a regularly scheduled exchange with local senior citizens in this Primrose exclusive program. Life Skills- Science and Health Children participate in monthly discussions and small tasks as the class works together to achieve a common goal.

    ______________ Parents Initial

    Primrose Prayer- Thankfulness Prior to receiving snacks and meals, children are reminded to be thankful for their daily provisions.

    ______________ Parents Initial

    Methods of Payment: Tuition payments can only be made through Rapid Tuition. Either directly from a bank account or a credit card.

    ______________ Parents Initial

    Registration and Curriculum Fees Registration Fee: Your child will be registered for a specific Primrose program after the Primrose Schools Enrollment Application and Agreement has been completed and submitted with the non-refundable Registration Fee. Registration is due annually, for each academic year.

    Curriculum Fee: Curriculum Fees will be billed to your account at the beginning of each academic year. Curriculum Fees cover art and school supplies and your childs accident insurance premium. The fee is determined according to your childs classroom needs and required supplies.

    **One access card will be given to each family. If you would like an additional card, each card issued will be billed $25.00 per card.

    Tuition Payment: Your tuition payment reserves your childs space in their assigned classroom. To ensure

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    quality programming and high quality staffing, tuition is due even when your child is absent.

    Late fee of $30.00 is billed on Tuesday and again on Thursday if tuition has not been received as specified on the Primrose Schools Application and Agreement,

    Past due tuition fees may result in the loss of your childs space at Primrose Schools. Failure to pay will constitute a default which will entitle Primrose Schools to all remedies as prescribed by law including reasonable attorneys fee.

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    Late Pick-Up Procedures and Penalties: We are licensed from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Parents who pick up their child after the designated closing time will be charged $3.00 a minute, per child after 6:30 p.m. This fee will be charged to your account.

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    Vacation Tuition Credit: Full-time students who attend school five days per week for one consecutive calendar year are entitled to a one week vacation tuition credit.

    Vacation tuition credit will only be given when a vacation is planned for a consecutive calendar week, beginning on Monday and ending on Friday of the same week.

    To be eligible for the vacation tuition credit, parents must submit a written request for a vacation tuition credit to the Director. This written notice must be submitted at least one week prior to the vacation date. Verbal notice of vacation will not be considered as notification.

    Vacation tuition credits cannot be carried over from calendar year to calendar year.

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    Withdrawal Procedures: No portion of weekly paid or outstanding tuition will be refunded or cancelled in the event of an absence, holidays, school closings, withdrawal or dismissal from the school.

    A two week written notice must be submitted to the school Director prior to the withdrawal date should become necessary to withdrawal your child for any reason. The notice should include the date of submission of withdrawal notice and the last date your child will be in attendance.

    To re-enroll, registration and curriculum fees will be billed again. Your child will then be considered for enrollment based upon space availability.

    All access cards issued need to be returned on your last day of enrollment. Cards not received will be billed $25.00 per card on your credit card or ACH account on file.

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    Dismissal: Occasionally, due to unforeseen circumstances, a child is unable to adjust to a private school setting. When these circumstances occur, Primrose Schools will make every effort to accommodate the needs of each parent or child. Primrose School at the Galleria reserves the right to dismiss any student, should it be deemed necessary, after a reasonable adjustment period or anytime, for any reason, during a childs enrollment at the sole discretion of the Director or Franchise Owner.

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    Open Door Policy: Primrose at the Galleria has an open door policy. Parents are invited to visit and observe their childs classroom at any time for a maximum of twenty minutes. Keeping in mind, teachers must keep their attention on the children and continuation of daily schedules. While it is not required, we request you make arrangements whenever possible, with

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    the Director to avoid as much disruption to the classroom schedule as possible.

    A parent/teacher conference can be arranged at which time the teacher can provide answers to questions without being distracted form his/her classroom instructional time.

    All visitors are required to sign in at the front office desk before proceeding to the classroom.

    We have a nursing room on-site and it is available for parents to utilize for privacy while breastfeeding.

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    Personal Conference Procedure: Each Primrose School is independently owned and operated. The Primrose School at the Galleria is owned by Nebal and Alex Nemri. Any concerns, complaint or grievances should be addressed directly to the Director or the Nemris.

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    Administration of Medication: Parents must complete and sign the Parental Authorization for Medication form prior to the administration of any medication. This authorization must indicate the specific dates the medication is to be administered. A new authorization is required at the beginning of each calendar week.

    NO OVER THE COUNTER MEDICATIONS OF ANY KIND WILL BE ADMINISTERED WITHOUT A WRITTEN PRESCRIPTION FROM A LICENSED MEDICAL PHYSICIAN. The prescription must include the name of the over the counter medicine, actual dosage, reason for drug prescribed and a start and end date.

    All medication must be dropped off and picked up daily at the front office desk. These medications will be stored in a locked secure area inaccessible to children. Medication may not be transported to the classroom by parents. NO MEDICATION MAY BE PLACED IN THE CHILDS TOTE BAG OR TAKEN INTO THE CLASSROOM FOR ANY REASON.

    Medication is administered immediately following lunch daily. Only one medication per child will be administered. Special circumstances requiring the administration of additional medications must be discussed with the Director.

    All medication must be taken home daily to ensure proper parental control.

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    Transportation Policy: Primrose at the Galleria provides transportation services for Private Pre-Kindergarten class field trips.

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    Inclement Weather: It may not be possible for a Primrose Campus to open during certain weather conditions. We will make every reasonable effort to open the school, however, safety for your child and our staff members will be our prime consideration for closing the school.

    When Houston I.S.D. is closed due to inclement weather, Primrose at the Galleria may also be closed. We communicate with parents regarding inclement weather through our web-site, school voicemail and Facebook Page.

    Dress Code: Children should arrive at school in comfortable, easy to launder clothing. While we make every effort to protect clothing, children can experience accidental spills during planned activities.

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    Please label all clothing with your childs first and last name.

    Only shoes with closed toes and heels, with soft rubber soles such as athletic shoes\tennis shoes are permitted. Sandals, flip-flops and hard-soled shoes such as cowboy boots may not be worn in classrooms or on the playground.

    In case of accidents, we request every child keep a change of clothes in their tote bag or back pack. Label each item with the childs first and last name and place the items inside their bag in a sealed plastic bag for protection.

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    Balanced Nutrition: Nutritious breakfast, mid-morning and afternoon snacks and lunches are provided for all children. A late afternoon snack provides energy the children need to stay active and alert until they arrive home every evening. Breakfast is available daily from 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.

    Primrose children eat in the comfort and security of their classrooms in an unhurried setting; Meals are prepared on campus by trained staff.

    We are a PEANUT FREE school. To ensure the health and safety of all children, food items, purchased or from home, may not be brought into the classroom to be eaten, with the exception of special classroom events. This helps prevent children with allergies from being exposed to foods that could be harmful.

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    Rest Period: Each afternoon all children are provided a quiet time to rest and relax. Cot sheets and blankets are provided by Primrose. Children are required to rest quietly on their cots or engage in quiet activities after a short rest period. Children who fall asleep will be allowed to sleep until the end of the rest period as designated on the classroom daily schedule.

    Children may bring a small item to comfort them and help them rest. The item must be small enough to fit into their Primrose bag. Toys are not appropriate and may cause distraction to other children who are trying to rest.

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    Evaluations: Student evaluations are on-going in all classrooms and sent home with each child twice each year. These written evaluations are helpful to both teachers and parents in assessing each childs level of growth and development.

    The evaluations are not designed to reflect grades, but merely to act as a communication tool between parents and teachers. This enables Primrose to be your partner in further developing your childs strengths and provide additional support, both local and national, to areas that may be challenging.

    We require a Vision and Hearing test for every child who is 4 years of age and older.

    Illness: First and foremost, at the Primrose at the Galleria, is our commitment to providing a safe, secure and healthy environment for all children, parents and staff. Children in a childcare environment are vulnerable to common illnesses such as cold, flu and intestinal viruses. Should your child become ill at school, Primrose at the Galleria will take proper action as deemed necessary by the circumstances of the illness.

    When a parent is notified, the child must be immediately removed from the school to prevent the spread of illness to other children, parents and staff. The following reflects some common signs of illnesses, which requires a parents immediate notification:

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    fever of 100.4 degree Fahrenheit or more, vomiting, diarrhea, sudden appearance of spread of rash that is not explainable, pink eye and lice.

    If a child becomes ill during the school day, the parent will be notified to pick-up the child immediately. If the childs parent cannot be reached, the designated person or persons on the Primrose Schools Enrollment Application and Agreement will be contacted.

    Parents will receive a Statement of Illness when they come to pick up their child due to illness. The Statement of Illness will outline the requirements, which may include a doctors certification, before the child will be readmitted to school. An ill child will be removed from the classroom and kept comfortable in the front office until he/she is picked up. This procedure is to help protect the other children in the classroom from exposure to the illness.

    Parents will be notified in writing of specific disease or medical concerns their child may be exposed to while at Primrose School at the Galleria.

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    Reporting of Unusual Incidents/ Accidents: In the event that a medical or social incident of any significance occurs, that causes a child moderate discomfort, a written report will be completed containing the nature of the situation and the actions as a result of the incident.

    We are required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect to DFPS. The DFPS child abuse hotline is: 800.252.5400.

    Parents may contact DFPS at http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/child_care/ or you may call or visit the main office at: 2221 West Loop 610 South, Houston, TX 77027, (713)940-5200.

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    Persons Authorized to Pick-Up Child: It is the responsibility of the registering parent to notify Primrose School at the Galleria in writing of all persons authorized to pick-up the child. A child cannot be released to anyone picking up your child, even if they are listed on the Primrose Schools Enrollment Application and Agreement, without proper photo identification.

    From time to time it may be necessary for parents to show photo identification to a staff member with whom you are not familiar is stationed at the front desk when entering the building.

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    Web-Site: Parent resources, forms and pictures are posted on the web-site and updated monthly. Parents may log on to the: http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/child_care/ to review the most recent copy of our child care licensing report. We also keep a copy of the most recent child care licensing report in the office for parents to review.

    Parent Handbook Acknowledgement and Receipt of Parent Orientation Overview:

    I, ________________________________, have read and fully understand the terms and agreements listed herein. I am in receipt of and agree to comply with all Policies and Procedures set forth in the Primrose School Parent Handbook, and agree to the provisions which are incorporated herein, by reference are a part hereof. ___________________________________________________ _________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date

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    Allergy and/or Dietary Restriction Form

    Childs Name

    Date of Birth

    Health Disclosure Allergy* Dietary Restriction Religious Preference Description of childs special dietary restriction

    * If your child has a known allergy, please have your healthcare provider complete the highlighted sections below.

    Description of Allergy/Condition

    Date of last reaction

    Action Taken

    Please circle all allergy symptoms child has ever experienced

    Mouth Itching and swelling of lips, tongue or mouth Throat Itching and/or sense of tightness in the throat; hoarseness; hacking cough Skin Hives; itchy rash and/or swelling around the face, arms, or legs Stomach Nausea, abdominal cramps, vomiting, diarrhea Lung Shortness of breath; repetitive coughing; wheezing Heart Thready pulse; passing out

    Treatment Plan

    Name of Medicine _____________________________________________________________

    Prescription # _____________________ Expiration Date ______________

    Location of Medication in Building _________________________________________________________

    Dosage Instructions ____________________________________________________________

    Route of Delivery_______________________________________________________________

    Emergency Calls Call 911 State that an allergic reaction has been treated, and additional emergency may be needed.

    Comments

    Physicians Stamp

    Physicians Signature (required)

    Date

    I hereby request Primrose, through its designated authority, to administer medication according to the above instruction. I release the school and any school employee from any liability for administering this medication.

    Parents Signature

    Date

    Form must be updated annually or anytime information verified by a physician changes.

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    Religious Preference

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    Complete and return this form to: Primrose School at the Galleria

    5015 Westheimer Rd. Suite #A423

    Houston, TX 77056 (713) 559-8668

    ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER AUTHORIZATION I authorize Primrose School at the Galleria, to initiate either an electronic debit, or create and process a demand draft against my Checking or Savings Account for the purpose of collecting childcare related payments. I authorize Primrose School at the Galleria to withdraw sufficient funds to pay my regular childcare fees that are due and payable. I authorize Primrose School at the Galleria to use the third party sender, RapidTuition, to process all payments. I acknowledge that the origination of ACH transactions to my account must comply with the provisioning of United States Law.

    Account Holders Name: Phone:

    Email:

    Children Names:

    Account Holders Address:

    City: State: Zip Code:

    Bank/Credit Union Name:

    Bank/Credit Union Address:

    City: State: Zip Code:

    Bank Account Type: Checking Savings Business Checking

    Routing Number: Account Number:

    This authorization will remain in full force and effect until I notify Primrose School at the Galleria in writing of its termination. Notification must be received 5 business days in advance of termination date to permit RapidTuition and your banks reasonable time to act upon it. Signature: Date:

    PLEASE KEEP A COPY OF THIS AUTHORIZATION FOR YOUR RECORDS

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    RECURRING PAYMENT PLAN AUTHORIZATION FORM: Credit Card Complete and return this form to: Primrose School at the Galleria

    5015 Westheimer Rd. Suite #A423

    Houston, TX 77056 (713) 559-8668

    CREDIT CARD PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION I authorize Primrose School at the Galleria, to initiate recurring credit card charges to the below referenced credit card account for the purpose of collecting childcare related payments. I authorize Primrose School at the Galleria to withdraw sufficient funds to pay my regular childcare fees that are due and payable. I authorize Primrose School at the Galleria to use the third party sender, RapidTuition, to process all payments. Cardholder Name: Phone:

    Email:

    Children Names:

    Cardholder Billing Address:

    City: State: Zip Code:

    Card Type: Visa MasterCard Discover

    Account Number: Expiration Date:

    Signature: Date:

    PLEASE KEEP A COPY OF THIS AUTHORIZATION FOR YOUR RECORDS

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    Primrose Schools The Leader in Education Child Care

    School Holiday Closings: 2015

    New Years Day: Thursday, January 1, 2015

    Good Friday: Friday, April 3, 2015 Memorial Day: Monday, May 25, 2015 Independence Day (observed): Friday, July 3, 2015 Teacher In-Service Day: Friday, August 14, 2015 Labor Day: September 7, 2015

    Thanksgiving Holiday: Thursday & Friday, November 27 & 28, 2015

    Christmas Holiday: Thursday & Friday, December 24 & 25, 2015

    New Years Day: Friday, January 1, 2016

    Inclement Weather Policy

    In the event of bad weather, Primrose School at the Galleria may close if the Houston Independent School District is closed. Please check our website or Facebook page for

    updated information or you may call 713.559.8668 to listen to updated information.

    PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT THE GALLERIA Parent Orientation Overview