Question 1

What days and holidays are we closed for?

Accepted Answer

For 2026:
New Year’s Day (January 1st, Thursday)
January 2nd, Friday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 19th, Monday)
President’s Day (February 16th, Monday)
Long Easter Weekend (April 3rd, Friday)
Memorial Day (May 25th, Monday)
Juneteenth (June 19th, Friday)
Independence Day Observed (July 3rd, Friday)
Labor Day (September 7th, Monday)
Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day (October 12th, Monday)
Thanksgiving Day (November 26th, Thursday)
Day After Thanksgiving (November 27th, Friday)
Christmas Eve (December 24th, Thursday)
Christmas Day (December 25th, Friday)
Winter Break (December 28th, Friday - January 1st, Friday)
Reopening January 4, 2027

Question 2

How do teachers communicate with families about their child and the class activities?

Accepted Answer

Beach Babies uses the communication app Tadpoles© to allow parents to stay connected to their child's daily activities. This mobile app allows parents to enjoy photos, videos, and daily activity reports. For children under 3 years old, you will also receive real-time updates on your child's meals, sleep, diaper changes, and activities.

Tadpoles© also allows you to communicate directly with your child's classroom by providing notes about absences, late/early drop-offs/pick-ups, changes in who is picking up, etc. Learn how to set up and navigate the Tadpoles© app here!

Question 3

Is Beach Babies Learning Center licensed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Beach Babies has been licensed by the State of Connecticut Office of Early Childhood since 2006.

Question 4

What are the hours of operation?

Accepted Answer

We are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.

Question 5

What happens if my child is not feeling well?

Accepted Answer

We realize that children get sick and that mom and dad cannot stay home for every sniffle. We do ask that you use caution when your child is not feeling well and remember that there are lots of other children that we need to protect. Our health policy outlines that illnesses that require children to stay home based on the CT Health Department and the Beach Babies policies.

Question 6

Does Beach Babies have weather-related closings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Beach Babies follows the Old Saybrook Public School system when there are delays, closings, or early dismissals due to inclement weather. If the OS Public schools are closed due to weather, Beach Babies will also be closed. You can sign up for weather closing alerts on WFSB. We will also send an email to all parents through Tadpoles.

We will make every attempt to maintain our normal business hours while ensuring the safety of our teachers and the children. If Beach Babies is closed due to inclement weather, you are still responsible for paying for the day, as we still pay our staff.

Question 7

Does the center administer medication?

Accepted Answer

Prescribed medication, including topical antibiotics, steroid cream, or antifungal cream: Our staff is certified to administer emergency medication for allergies, fever reducers to prevent febrile seizures, and medication that must be administered while a child is in attendance. We do not administer medication that could mask a symptom of a possible illness. We are required to follow precise regulations while administering medication, including: 
- A complete Authorization for the Administration of Medication by School, Child Care, and Youth Camp Personnel form provided by the authorized prescriber
- Beach Babies shall comply with all the requirements regarding the Administration of Medications described in the State Statutes and Regulations
- Parents/guardians requesting medication administration to their child shall provide the program with appropriate written authorization(s) and the medication before any medications are administered
- Medications must be in the original container and labeled with the child's name, name of medication, directions for the medication's administration, and date of the prescription
- Medication must remain on site

Over the counter topical medications, including diaper cream or other antibiotic-free ointments, steroids, or antifungal medications, medicated powder, teething gels, or lip medications require: 
- A completed Parent/Guardian Authorization for the Administration of Non-Prescription Topical Medications by Child Care Personnel form that we will provide you
- Medications must be in the original container and labeled with the child's name, name of medication, directions for the medication's administration, and date of the prescription
- Medication must remain on site

Question 8

What are the ratios for the classrooms?

Accepted Answer

For classrooms where the youngest child is between 6 weeks to 24 months, we must maintain a minimum ratio of 1 teacher to every 4 children.

For classrooms where the youngest child is between 24 to 32 months, we must maintain a minimum ratio of 1 teacher to every 5 children.

For classrooms where the youngest child is 32 months (with an under 3 authorization form signed by the parent and program director) to 5 years, we must maintain a minimum ratio of 1 teacher to every 10 children.

Question 9

I am ready to enroll my child. How can I do so?

Accepted Answer

Schedule a tour to visit your child's future classroom and ask any questions! Tours can be scheduled via our website or by calling the center. 
Fill out our Future Enrollment Form and email it to Allison at allison.beachbabies@gmail.com or drop off a copy. We will add your child to the schedule and/or hold your space until your start date. 
Complete all forms in the parent handbook and return to Allison via email, mail, or drop it off. 
Include your child's current health form and immunization record including pages 1, 2, and 3 of the State Health Assessment form.

Question 10

How do families provide payment?

Accepted Answer

Tuition payments can be made in person with cash or check or can be paid by credit card through our website.

Question 11

What is the background process for staff?

Accepted Answer

All prospective staff: 
- Are asked specific prescreening questions prior to an interview
- Interviewed by Allison and typically one other staff member
- Previous employer references are attempted and the last employment status is confirmed
- A thorough fingerprint and background check is completed through the CT Office of Early Childhood Background Check Information System
- New staff work directly with a lead teacher, supervisor, or with the director during their training period

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