Who runs Hands on Learners?
Miss Sarah runs Hands on Learners. Miss Sarah is an Ontario Certified Teacher ~ OCT number available on request.
We've never met you - why would we leave our child with you?
Good point! It is our policy that you have to come and visit before you commit to anything. We encourage at least two visits, firstly by yourself and secondly with your child. This gives you a chance to make sure we are a 'good fit' for you and your child. Secondly, I can share with you details of the families I am currently working with, so you can contact them and ask them any questions you may have.
How do I pay for the after school program?
You can pay by cash, interact transfer or check.
How often do I pay for the after school program?
You pay monthly in advance.
Does the monthly charge change from month to month?
No, at the beginning of the year, we work out how many days you will be coming and divide the amount by 10 (the number of months of the year the program runs for). This means you will pay the same fee every month.
Do you issue a tax receipt?
Yes, Hands on Learners issues tax receipts.
Can I drop off at the program location if I don't want after school pick up from Kew Beach School?
Yes. If you want to drop off at the program location, then you can do so from 4pm, and the cost will be $30 per session.
What days are you open and closed?
Hands on Learners follows the TDSB schedule. When TDSB is open, we are open, and when TDSB is closed, we are closed. We only charge for days that we are open.
What about PD days?
We are open on PD days, let us know you need the PD days and we can add those days into your program at the beginning of the year.
What snacks do you provide?
Sample of some of the snacks we provide are:
As a family we do not eat meat, but if your child would prefer ham, chicken or turkey, let me know and we will make sure it is available. We try to buy organic fruits and veggies ~ sometimes we can't always get them ~ but when they are available, we will buy them.
Do you have animals in the house?
Yes, we have two cats. The cats are old and tend to hide whenever the children are in the house. They are generally the focus of a lot of excitement if they show themselves.
What if my child has allergies?
We are not a peanut free household. We keep HoL utensils and cutlery separate from the general household. We can talk about your concerns if your child came to HoL. My main concern is that there is often only one person in the house with the children (me), so if a child has an allergic reaction, I have to make sure the other four children are safe, as well as focus on the child with the allergic reaction.
What is your COVID vaccination policy?
All members of Miss Sarah's family have been fully vaccinated and have received a booster shot.
HoL is a small, home-based business, with one employee - me! Please remember, the after School program takes place in my home, so the standards HoL set are higher than in a school or other licensed child care setting. Any child that attends HoL must be vaccinated, this is to protect Miss Sarah, Miss Sarah's family and the other children who come to the after school program.
Are there any other after school care programs with pick-up from Kew Beach School?
HoL knows of two other program with pick-up from Kew Beach School:
Miss Sarah runs Hands on Learners. Miss Sarah is an Ontario Certified Teacher ~ OCT number available on request.
We've never met you - why would we leave our child with you?
Good point! It is our policy that you have to come and visit before you commit to anything. We encourage at least two visits, firstly by yourself and secondly with your child. This gives you a chance to make sure we are a 'good fit' for you and your child. Secondly, I can share with you details of the families I am currently working with, so you can contact them and ask them any questions you may have.
How do I pay for the after school program?
You can pay by cash, interact transfer or check.
How often do I pay for the after school program?
You pay monthly in advance.
Does the monthly charge change from month to month?
No, at the beginning of the year, we work out how many days you will be coming and divide the amount by 10 (the number of months of the year the program runs for). This means you will pay the same fee every month.
Do you issue a tax receipt?
Yes, Hands on Learners issues tax receipts.
Can I drop off at the program location if I don't want after school pick up from Kew Beach School?
Yes. If you want to drop off at the program location, then you can do so from 4pm, and the cost will be $30 per session.
What days are you open and closed?
Hands on Learners follows the TDSB schedule. When TDSB is open, we are open, and when TDSB is closed, we are closed. We only charge for days that we are open.
What about PD days?
We are open on PD days, let us know you need the PD days and we can add those days into your program at the beginning of the year.
What snacks do you provide?
Sample of some of the snacks we provide are:
- croissant & cream cheese with strawberries
- pita bread, veggies (carrots, peppers, cucumbers) & dip (hummus)
- crackers, cheese & apple
- rice cakes, cream cheese & banana
- mini-bagel & cream cheese with melon
- yoghurt & fruit salad
As a family we do not eat meat, but if your child would prefer ham, chicken or turkey, let me know and we will make sure it is available. We try to buy organic fruits and veggies ~ sometimes we can't always get them ~ but when they are available, we will buy them.
Do you have animals in the house?
Yes, we have two cats. The cats are old and tend to hide whenever the children are in the house. They are generally the focus of a lot of excitement if they show themselves.
What if my child has allergies?
We are not a peanut free household. We keep HoL utensils and cutlery separate from the general household. We can talk about your concerns if your child came to HoL. My main concern is that there is often only one person in the house with the children (me), so if a child has an allergic reaction, I have to make sure the other four children are safe, as well as focus on the child with the allergic reaction.
What is your COVID vaccination policy?
All members of Miss Sarah's family have been fully vaccinated and have received a booster shot.
HoL is a small, home-based business, with one employee - me! Please remember, the after School program takes place in my home, so the standards HoL set are higher than in a school or other licensed child care setting. Any child that attends HoL must be vaccinated, this is to protect Miss Sarah, Miss Sarah's family and the other children who come to the after school program.
Are there any other after school care programs with pick-up from Kew Beach School?
HoL knows of two other program with pick-up from Kew Beach School:
If your question isn't answered, please send an email to: info@handsonlearners.ca
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