PARENT
HANDBOOK
Schedule of Operation
Legacy Learning operates year-round, January through December. Hours are Monday–Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Please ensure prompt drop-off and pick-up to respect staff schedules.
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance is important for your child’s development and for maintaining classroom consistency. Please notify the center via Brightwheel if your child will be absent as early as possible so we can adjust staffing and meal counts.
Drop-off & Pick-up Procedures
*Arrival: K3 and Pre-K children should arrive before 9:00 a.m. If arriving later, notify the teacher in
advance.
*No drop-off during nap: Drop-off is not permitted between 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
*Late pick-up: 1st occurrence: warning. 2nd+: $1 per minute fee added to tuition.
*Authorized pick-up: Must be pre-approved. ID required.
Weather-Related Closings
Legacy Learning follows Conway Public Schools (CPS) for inclement weather decisions. If CPS closes early, please pick up your child immediately. The center may close or delay independently if needed for safety. No tuition adjustments are made for weather-related closures.
Enrollment Fee
A non-refundable enrollment fee of $100 is required to secure your child’s placement.
Tuition Payments
*Tuition is drafted weekly on Fridays for the upcoming week.
*Returned drafts incur a $35 NSF fee.
*After three NSF returns, the center may withdraw your child. *Tuition must be paid on due date, or a $25 late fee is applied weekly.
*Tuition is not adjusted for absences.
Holiday Closings
New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Wed–Fri), Three days at Christmas
No tuition adjustments are made for holiday closures.
Withdrawing Your Child
Two weeks’ written notice is required except in serious illness or accident. Failure to provide notice will result in a two-week tuition charge. The center may dismiss a child for non-cooperation, late payments, inability to adjust or unsafe behavior.
Tobacco & Alcohol-Free Campus
Legacy Learning is a tobacco, vape and alcohol-free campus.
Non-Discrimination Policy
We admit children of any race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability and offer equal access to all programs.
Immunizations
Up-to-date immunization records are required and must remain on file. Legacy uses The Immunization Network to obtain copies.
Illness Policy
Children with symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhea or rash should remain home.
Children must be symptom-free for 24 hours without medication before returning.
If illness occurs at school, pickup is required within 30 minutes.
A detailed copy of our Illness Policy can be found under the Parent Corner Tab.
Severe Allergies & Medical Conditions
Parents must provide written documentation and necessary medication (EpiPen, inhaler, etc.). Staff will be trained accordingly.
Medication
*Written permission required
* Original container required
*Given directly to staff
*Not stored in backpacks
Emergency Medical Care
Parents will be contacted first. If necessary, emergency care will be arranged and documentation provided.
Enrollment Form Updates
Parents must keep all contact information current, including emergency contacts.
Meals & Allergies
We participate in CACFP and follow required meal patterns. Outside food is not permitted unless medically approved. Family-style meals are encouraged.
Rest Time
*Under 12 months: cribs
*12+ months: cots
*Quiet activities provided if not sleeping
Outdoor Play
Children go outside daily for at least one hour, weather permitting.
Enrichment Activities
Includes story time, music, art, and movement.
Technology Policy
Screen time limited to 30 minutes educational use with logs maintained in Brightwheel.
Field Trips
*Permission required
*Parents encouraged to attend for Pre-K class.
*1:7 supervision ratio
Daily Checklist
*Extra clothes
*Diapers/wipes or underwear
*Sheet & blanket
*Leak Proof Water Cup
*All items labeled
Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences will be held once each semester. If you would like a conference at any other time, please contact the office.
Birthday Celebrations
We love to celebrate birthdays! Coordinate with teacher for allergies and quantity.
Community Outreach
Families are encouraged to participate in community service events.
Special Programs
Parents are encouraged to attend events and performances.
Clothing
Dress children in comfortable clothing.
Lost & Found
Items unclaimed after 30 days will be donated.