Parent Packet (3)
Clothing
Children attending program are very active and involved. Young children learn best through hands on exploration. All participants need to be dressed in comfortable clothing that are easily cleaned. Each child needs to have a complete change of clothing at OTR. In the winter, we will continue to have outdoor play.
Please be sure your child brings appropriate clothing daily, such as a winter coat, boots, mittens, and a hat. An extra set of outdoor gear may also be left at OTR during the winter months.
Slippers are always welcome!!!
No Shoe Policy
Our children explore freely throughout OTR and play on our rugs and flooring. We are a sock only facility to help ensure a safe and clean environment. Please remove your child's footwear at drop off and place their footwear on the shoe racks below the cubbies.
Please do not walk around OTR in your footwear.
Meals and Snacks
Meals and snacks will be provided. We are enrolled in the Clarendon Nutritional Program though the USDA and are required to meet their nutritional requirements.
Please indicate on the appropriate form your child’s like and dislikes as well as any food allergies.
Meals and snacks will be posted daily in our Bright Wheels app.
Field Trips
No child shall be taken from the daycare in a vehicle. We have two, 6 passenger carts in which we take the children for walks. If you would prefer your child not go on walks, please indicate that on the enrollment form.
CPR and First Aid
All OTR Staff are certified in CPR and First Aid. Please note that it is a requirement that ALL childcare providers be certified in both these areas. CPR certification is update yearly and the First Aid Certification is updated every three years.
Summer and School Year Session
OTR operates in two sessions, summer and school year. Confirmation form for both sessions are included in the January Newsletter. Once your spot is secure you will be responsible for tuition for the entirety of the session.
Prepared to Participate
Children should arrive to program dressed and ready for the day. This means wearing clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather and temperature. In the nice weather, we are often outside upon opening and spend most, if not all of the day outside, including eating meals and snacks. Please send your children in closed toe shoes. No flip-flops please.
Immunization Policy (Effective June 1, 2026)
To protect the health and safety of all children and staff, Over the Rainbow Preschool and Large Family Daycare (OTR) requires that all enrolled children comply with immunization requirements established by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
1. Immunization Requirement
All children must provide documentation of up-to-date immunizations appropriate for their age prior to enrollment and must remain current throughout their attendance.
2. Medical Exemptions Only
OTR accepts medical exemptions only. A medical exemption must be documented by a licensed healthcare provider and must specify that immunization is medically contraindicated.
3. Non-Medical Exemptions
OTR does not accept non-medical exemptions, including religious exemptions, for enrollment or continued attendance.
4. Conditional Enrollment
Any child who is not in compliance with this policy may be denied enrollment or may be dis-enrolled until proper documentation is provided.
5. Policy Updates and Compliance
This policy applies to all new enrollments and to currently enrolled families upon issuance of updated enrollment agreements or annual re-enrollment. Continued enrollment is contingent upon compliance with all current health and safety policies.
6. Communicable Disease Response
In the event of exposure to a communicable disease, [Center Name] will follow guidance from state and local public health authorities. This may include temporary exclusion of any child, including those with exemptions, as required to protect the health of the group.
7. Documentation and Record keeping
All immunization records and exemption documentation must be submitted prior to a child’s start date and will be maintained in accordance with state regulations.
By enrolling at OTR, families acknowledge and agree to comply with this Immunization Policy
Termination of Services
We reserve the right to terminate this agreement at any time, with or without cause, at our sole discretion, including but not limited to repeated violations of policies or a determination that the arrangement is not an appropriate fit.
I will do my best to give a 30-day advance notice of termination. I reserve the right to terminate services immediately.
Summary
Please read this Parent Information Packet thoroughly. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this agreement, please feel free to speak with me. You will be required to sign a contract upon acceptance to our program.