Co-Directors:  Dr. Claire Etaugh; Dr. Nina Collins

Bradley Hall, Room 54

Phone:  (309) 677-2338 (during fall and spring semesters)

             (309) 677-2382 (during school breaks and summer)

SERVICES, PURPOSES AND GOALS

To provide enriching experiences for toddlers, three-year-old and four-year-olds which will promote all areas of growth -- physical, social, emotional, and intellectual.  The sessions, as indicated below, are two and one-half hours in length.  It is located in Bradley Hall, lower level, and is a cooperative program of the Psychology and Family and Consumer Service Departments.

SCHEDULE

All programs open with the first day of classes each Fall and Spring Semester and are open the days Bradley classes are in session.

PAYMENT OF TUITION - beginning with Fall Session  (top)

IN ORDER TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD, A TUITION DEPOSIT MUST BE SUBMITED WITH THE APPLICATION FORM.  This advance tuition fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.  Make checks payable to Bradley University.

Toddlers $40.00; Three-year-olds $60.00; Four-year-olds $80.00

The balance of the tuition is due as follows:

Tuition is based upon the entire semester.  Therefore, no adjustments can be made for absences.  If you wish to remove your child from the program at any time, a two-week's paid notice must be given.  This will permit processing of a waiting child's application.  You are not charged for Bradley vacation days.  It is expected that fees will be paid when due.  Any other arrangements must be approved by the Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM  (top)

Toddlers

Three-year-olds

Four-year-olds

FORMAL RELIGIOUS OBSERVATION OR INSTRUCTION  (top)

The Child Study Center offers no religious instruction, nor do we formally observe religious holidays.

VISITS, TRIPS, AND EXCURSIONS  (top)

Field trips are restricted to walking trips to parts of the Bradley campus.  On the last day of each session in the Spring semester, we will walk to Bradley Park and spend the session there, weather permitting.  It is expected that parents or other responsible adults will accompany the children, in addition to the lead and assistant teachers of the Center.

HEALTH  (top)

For the protection of all children, do not bring your child if he or she shows any symptoms of illness, especially runny nose, cough or fever.

Do not bring your child if she/he has been sick during the night.  If your child develops a contagious disease, please notify the head teacher.

According to state law, a medical report must be submitted to the Center for each child.  A copy of the proper medical form is enclosed, along with the application form.  The medical form should be returned on or before the first day of class.

Dates of immunization must be recorded.   TB skin tests and lead screening are required as noted on the medical report.

In the event of an emergency requiring immediate care, the emergency number 911 will be employed and the recommendations of the emergency response team followed.   Parents will be notified promptly, or if parents cannot be reached, the person designated as emergency contact on the application will be notified.

Please note that we take precautions to guard against injuries, including supervision of children and regular inspections of the room and equipment.  However, accidents can happen.  We recommend you contact your health insurance provider for reimbursement of any expenses.

DISCIPLINE   (top)

To request a copy of the “Guidance and Discipline Policy,” please call (309) 677-2338 or (309) 677-2382.

CLOTHING AND SUPPLIES  (top)

Type of Dress:  Washable, comfortable play clothes are suggested.  During the winter months, long pants are recommended for both boys and girls.  Please mark child's name on all outerwear (boots, coats, sweaters, hats, etc.).  For reasons of sanitation, children not yet in training pants should wear disposable diapers to the center.   Plastic pants may be worn over these.

Items to be left at the Center during the session:  (Bring to the first session)

One complete change of clothing, placed in a bag with your child's name on it. Slightly outgrown garments (child can still squeeze into them) should do, since they are for emergency use only.

For children still in diapers, a supply of your favorite brand of disposable diapers.  Enough to last a week should always be on hand at the Center.  We'll let you know when you need to replenish your supply.  Write your child's name on the box or sack.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE  (top)

Please bring your child into the room upon arrival, and come to the room to get him/her at dismissal time.  No child will be permitted to leave with anyone except the parents, unless otherwise notified in writing.

The children should be in the building no earlier than 8:50 a.m. and they must be picked up promptly at 11:30 a.m. for the morning sessions.  Afternoon session children should be in the building no earlier than 12:20 p.m. and they must be picked up promptly at 3:00 p.m.  Detailed parking regulations will be mailed to you.  If your child has not been picked up by 10 minutes after the above pick up time, phone calls will be made, first to parents, then to other persons who usually pick up the child, and then to the emergency person listed on your application.  There is no fee for late pick up.

PARENT'S PRESENCE  (top)

In order to facilitate your child's adjustment to the Center, you are asked to remain at the Center during the first session.  This session will be shorter than usual, ending by 10:30 a.m. for the toddlers and three-year-olds, and ending by 2:00 p.m. for four-year-olds.

Parents are invited to observe in the Child Study Center as soon as the observation booth sign-up sheet is in place.  The observation booth only has room for two adults, so please make use of the sheet to schedule your visit.   Knock on the classroom door and wait to enter so we can engage your child's attention.  Parents are also encouraged to come to the Center to share any expertise, hobbies, or special holidays parents feel the children will appreciate.  Please schedule these visits with the lead teacher.

TOYS  (top)

If the child has a special “security” toy, this may be brought; otherwise, personal toys should be left at home.  Books, records, cassettes, and CDs to share are welcome.  Please mark them with the child's name.

PARENT-TEACHER COMMUNICATIONS  (top)

If at any time you have questions, comments, or suggestions regarding the Center and/or your child, please feel free to discuss them with the co-directors or the head teacher.  Regular conferences will normally be scheduled toward the end of each semester.  Newsletters will be issued in August, October, November, January, March, and April.

OBSERVERS  (top)

Bradley students enrolled in courses in child development, psychology, early child education, and related areas are frequent observers in the Center.  The only information made available to them is the children's first names, birth dates, and previous nursery school attendance.

INSURANCE  (top)

Bradley University carries liability insurance.  Parents are responsible for all medical costs resulting from attendance at the Center.