Mission Statement Policy No.1

We strive to create a compassionate school-family culture that provides a safe learning environment for the children of The Toddlers Den.

Introduction & Program History Policy No.2

The Toddlers Den is locally owned and operated. The company was started in 1998 by Cynthia Tatum and Cyquinthia Williams, both longtime residents of Fort Worth, Texas. Our goal was to open and operate pre-school and after-school programs that exceeded state and national standards and to move early education into a new era.

The school director is responsible for the daily management of the facility. In the absence of the School Director, the Director of Education and/or the Director of Administration is the designated person in charge. In the absence of the Leadership Team mentioned above, a trusted, designated individual may also be placed in charge.

Philosophy & Goals Policy No.3

We believe that children experience the greatest growth when they feel safe and connected. Therefore, we strive to create a compassionate school family culture that provides a safe learning environment for the children of The Toddlers Den. We acknowledge the importance of teaching the future generation self-regulation and problem-solving skills to succeed in an ever-changing world. We work together with the teacher, child, and parents to establish routines and rituals that provide predictability and consistency within our classrooms.

Our philosophy is simple; Provide developmentally appropriate activities, prepare children to excel in public education, and give children the skills needed to self-regulate when the world does not go their way. All while allowing the child to be a child and to learn through play.

Licensing Information Policy No.4

State Licensing Authority Policy No.4.1

Minimum Standards 746.501(21)
Texas Department of Health and Human Services Child Care Licensing.

A full printed copy of the licensing regulations/standards can be found at the front desk. Parents may also find the licensing regulations on the internet at the following link: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Care/Child_Care_Standards_and_Regulations/default.asp Parents may also review a copy of the child-care center’s most recent licensing inspection report posted on the Parent Communication board in the front entry of on the licensing website listed above. Parents may reach child care license by using the website above or calling the local office at 214-583-4253.

These regulations/standards are included as part of this Parent Handbook as if they were written herein, and it is the responsibility of every parent to read, understand, and follow these regulations.

Employees are required to uphold the regulations and standards always issued by The Texas Department of Health and Human Services ChildCare Minimum Standards.

Employees are required to immediately notify the school Director of any violations of licensing regulations by any person in the organization.

National Accreditation Commission Policy No.4.2

The Toddlers Den is working with Educational First Steps to uphold the standards and guidelines published by The National Accreditation Commission.

A full printed copy of the NAC accreditation standards can be found at the front desk. These standards are included as part of this Parent Handbook as if they were written herein.

Texas Rising Star Policy No.4.3

A full printed copy of the Texas Rising Star standards can be found at the front desk. These standards are included as part of this Parent Handbook as if they were written herein. Employees are required to uphold the standards and guidelines published by the Texas Rising Star at all times.

Employees are required to immediately notify the school Director of any violation of the Texas Rising Star standards by any person in the organization.

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