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Everything in One Place

Forms, policies, and parent details for a confident start

Use this page as your quick guide before enrollment, during your first week, and anytime you need a form or reminder. You can download the most requested parent forms, review what to bring, and find the next step for tuition, tours, health needs, and location communication.

Parent Forms

Documents families ask for most

Please complete one set of enrollment documents for each child. If your child has allergies, medication needs, or a care plan, bring the related forms to your site director before the first day.

Enrollment Guide

A simple path from tour to first day

Parents often need the same core details: which location fits, what tuition depends on, which documents are due, and what to bring. Your site director will walk you through the final steps for your location and classroom.

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01

Choose your location

Review our Portland and Gresham locations, compare commute, hours, classrooms, and the programs available for your child age group.

02

Schedule a tour

Meet the team, see the classrooms, ask about daily routines, and talk through any medical, sensory, language, or behavioral support needs.

03

Complete forms and confirm tuition

Bring completed forms, ID, emergency contacts, allergy details, and any required medication instructions. Tuition is confirmed by location, schedule, classroom, and availability.

04

Prepare for the first day

Pack labeled clothing, comfort items, bottles or water if needed, and any approved medication. Your director will confirm classroom-specific items before your start date.

Helpful Details

Quick answers for busy parents

Tuition and assistance

Tuition varies by location, child age, classroom, and schedule. Ask your director about available schedules, sibling considerations, subsidy options, employer benefits, and documentation you may need.

Health and safety

Keep emergency contacts current, share allergy and medication instructions before care begins, and notify the location when your child is sick or needs a change in care routine.

First-day checklist

Bring comfortable clothes and shoes, a labeled change of clothes, bottles or water if needed, comfort items, and any approved medication in original packaging.

Meals and allergies

Our locations support nutritious daily routines. Tell us about allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions early so the team can plan safe meals and classroom activities.

Parent communication

Your location team will explain the best way to receive classroom updates, reminders, photos, and messages so you can stay connected during the day.

Special care needs

If your child needs medical support, sensory accommodations, language support, or behavioral guidance, schedule time with the director before enrollment is finalized.

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Before You Visit

Questions to bring to your tour

  • Which classroom matches my child age, routine, and development?
  • What schedules are available, and what does tuition include?
  • How do you handle illness, allergies, medication, and emergency contacts?
  • What should my child bring on the first day?
  • How will I receive daily updates from the classroom?
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Parent FAQ

Common resource questions

Do I need to print every form?

Start with the new child enrollment and emergency consent forms. Your director will tell you which additional forms apply to your child and location.

Where do I get exact tuition rates?

Contact the location you are interested in. Rates depend on location, schedule, child age, classroom placement, and current availability.

What if my child has allergies or medication?

Download the allergy care plan and speak with the director before care begins. Medication instructions and authorization must be complete before staff can administer care.

Can I update my information later?

Yes. Please update emergency contacts, authorized pick-up names, health details, or schedule needs with your site director as soon as anything changes.

Need help with a form or next step?

Call, email, or visit the location nearest you. We will help you confirm the right forms, answer enrollment questions, and prepare your family for a smooth start.

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