More FAQs

What are your rates?

We use a sliding scale schedule of rates for child care and pres-school. Not all of our programs charge fees. Please contact Gerry (360-795-8612) for more information.

What is the oldest age my child can be and still enroll in child care?

By law, we can serve children in licensed child care only through age 12. We often do have out of school programs available for older youths. Please check with us.

Do you have bus service?

We have bus service for children in the ECEAP program.

What are your school policies?

These will be available to you in our Parent Handbook which you will receive when you enroll.

Are meals provided?

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides funding for meals for our child care and preschool programs through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). This program is administered by the Office of Public Instruction. The CACFP is a federal program that provides healthy meals and snacks for the children at SJFC at no separate charge. This program is available to all eligible children without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age or disability.

May my child bring food from home?

If your child has allergies or needs special kinds of foods, please talk with our Support Services Supervisor (Becca). She will be happy to work with you.

Are you equipped for a child with special needs?

Our facility is fully handicapped accessible including the outdoor play space. We also offer child care and individual classroom lesson plans for children with special needs. We work with ESD 112 and Progress Center to provide children with the best chance to succeed.

Do you Potty Train?

We will help you with the potty-training process.

May my child bring toys?

Please do not send toys with your child. We will provide many fun toys for your child to enjoy.

St. James Family Center

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Child Care FAQ