Partnerships with families
Information for Parents
Established relationships with parents means we can share information positively and effectively to support children as much as possible.
Hours of Operation
Typical hours of Kids Kastle Pre School operation is included below. We do understand needs of some of parents and children could be different based on their scenario. Please do discuss and to the extent possible we will arrange mutually suitable timing. Typical operation hours Mon-Fri: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sat : 11:00 am – 16:00 pm;Communication
Open communication between parents and staff is strongly encouraged. Teachers are encouraged to learn what is important to you as a parent and to use that information when programming for the group. Principal and Teachers are available for regular communication to enhance the learning for the kids and any other specific need the child may have
Medical Information
We are required as a good practice to have a copy of each child's immunization record or any specific medical condition. This will be used for purpose of giving suitable and relevant care to the child. Any such special arrangement will be discussed with the parents and executed
Injuries
If your child is injured while at the Pre School, staff will administer basic first aid. If medical attention is required, attempts will be made to reach the parents immediately. Staff will call Emergency Services if required. Parents will be called for any such communication for safety of children
Clothing
Exploration often requires getting messy!!! All of the materials that we use are washable however, we are aware that some paint colours and other materials are difficult to fully remove. Recommend fun learning clothing due to this.
Nutrition
Children are encouraged to taste a variety of foods but no child is ever forced to eat foods that they do not wish to. All parts of the meal make up a child's nutritional requirement; therefore no food will be withheld.
Children need healthy, wholesome foods
Healthy Nutrition for Growing Children
Essential nutrients for children go a long way in healthy living. Right balance of Fruits, Vegetable, Grains are recommended in daily consumption of children. We encourage parents to send to school healthy food options.
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Understanding children’s behavior
Behavior Guidance
Positive and consistent techniques should be used to encourage children whose play actions are both appropriate and inappropriate.
Preferred Practices
Positive verbal and gestural reinforcement for appropriate behaviour, redirection of inappropriate behaviour
One verbal request (ensuring understanding) followed by gentle physical assistance
Teaching and practicing of preferred behaviours in order to help children habituate skills and learn self discipline
Offering children age appropriate choices and assisting them to follow through
Prohibited Practices
Corporal punishments of any child
Deliberate harsh or degrading measures that would humiliate a child or undermine a child's self respect (threatening, verbal abuse, etc.)
Deprivation of basic needs (food, clothing, shelter, bedding etc)
Confining in a locked room
Any Harsh treatment