The Village of Learning Parent Handbook

Our Philosophy

At The Village of Learning, we're committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child feels loved, valued, and inspired to learn. Our goal is to partner with families to build a strong foundation for lifelong success by focusing on the whole child.

• • Build confidence and a positive self-image by celebrating each child's unique personality, strengths, and accomplishments.
• • Provide a safe, secure, loving, and inclusive environment where children feel respected, supported, and excited to learn.
• • Encourage independence and responsibility, helping children build the confidence and self-help skills to become capable, compassionate members of their community.
• • Recognize and respect the individuality of every child, honoring their unique learning style and pace.
• • Promote social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development through hands-on, engaging experiences.

Hours & Holidays

• Monday – Friday: 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Saturday – Sunday: Closed

Enrollment Requirements

• • Completed enrollment application and emergency contact form
• • Up-to-date immunization records (per Louisiana licensing requirements)
• • A physician's health assessment form, completed within the last year
• • Registration fee (details provided during enrollment)

Tuition & Payment

• Full-Time (5 Days / Week)$185 / week
• Three-Day Program (3 Days / Week)$150 / week
• Infant Care (Under 1 Year)$225 / week
• Drop-In Care (As-needed days)$55 / day
• Before & After School (Both sessions)$130 / week
• Before OR After School (Single session)$100 / week

• • Tuition is due every Friday for the upcoming week. Payments not received by Friday incur an automatic $50 late fee, plus an additional $50 for each day the payment remains unpaid. Services may be suspended until the account is current.
• • CCAP accepted (Louisiana Child Care Assistance Program)

Meals

Nutritious CACFP-approved breakfast, lunch & snacks daily.

Safety & Supervision

The safety and well-being of every child is our highest priority. Staff maintain active supervision at all times, remaining alert, engaged, and aware of each child's location and activities throughout the day.

Every child is signed in upon arrival, and classroom attendance records stay with the group at all times — including outdoor play, transitions, and emergency evacuations. Staff conduct and document head counts throughout the day, at minimum every 30 minutes and during every transition: entering and leaving a classroom, before and after outdoor play, restroom breaks, meals, and nap time.

Drop-off & Pickup

• • Children should arrive no later than 9:00 AM. Breakfast is served during the designated breakfast period and is not available after 9:00 AM.
• • A $50 late pick-up fee applies beginning at 5:35 PM, plus $1.00 per minute after that.
• • Children are released only to authorized pick-up persons. Changes must be submitted through ProCare in writing, and a valid photo ID may be required.

What to Bring & Uniforms

Weekly supplies

• • Diapers (if applicable)
• • Wipes
• • Wet wipes
• • One complete change of clothes to remain at the center

• Uniforms (red shirts, navy blue bottoms, or red-and-blue plaid skirts/jumpers/dresses) are being introduced starting September 2026 — families are welcome to start early if they'd like.

Communication

We communicate through the ProCare app — families are asked to download and check it regularly for daily updates, announcements, and account information.

Licensing & Credentials

• • Licensed Type III Early Learning Center (Louisiana)
• • CCAP accepted (Louisiana Child Care Assistance Program)