Wash. Admin. Code § 170-295-2080 - What must I communicate to parents?

(1) You must have written documentation signed by the parent in each child's file that you have:

(a) Explained to the parent the centers policies and procedures;

(b) Discussed the centers philosophy, program and facilities;

(c) Advised the parent of the child's progress and issues relating to the child's care and individual practices concerning the child's special needs; and

(d) Encouraged parent participation in center activities.

(2) You must also give the parent the following written policy and procedure information:

(a) Enrollment and admission requirements;

(b) The fee and payment plan;

(c) A typical activity schedule, including hours of operation;

(d) Meals and snacks served, including guidelines on food brought from the child's home;

(e) Permission for free access by the child's parent to all center areas used by the child;

(f) Signing in and signing out requirements;

(g) Child abuse reporting law requirements;

(h) Behavior management and discipline;

(i) Nondiscrimination statement;

(j) Religious and cultural activities, if any;

(k) Transportation and field trip arrangements;

(l) Practices concerning an ill child;

(m) Medication management;

(n) Medical emergencies;

(o) Disaster preparedness plans; and

(p) If licensed for the care of an infant or toddler:

(i) Diapering;

(ii) Toilet training; and

(iii) Feeding.

Notes

Wash. Admin. Code § 170-295-2080

06-15-075, recodified as § 170-295-2080, filed 7/13/06, effective 7/13/06. Statutory Authority: Chapters 74.12 and 74.15 RCW. 03-14-110, § 388-295-2080, filed 6/30/03, effective 8/1/03.