Open the Door Enrollment Q & A

Can I visit my child during his day?
Absolutely! Feel free to join your little one at lunchtime, playtime - anytime!

How will I know what is happening during my child’s day?
You are always welcome to visit or call during the day, and when you pick your child up her teacher will give you a Daily Activity Report. Your child’s teacher will note how long they napped, what they ate of her lunch today, and how well she is doing with her potty-training. Her teacher will also describe all of the fun activities that your child and her friends participated in during the day. Your child’s projects will be in their Parent Pocket folder daily.

What are your rates?
We never give rates out over the phone. Because we offer many different programs, full-time, part-time, etc., and have various corporate discounts, we do not publish our rates. In Columbus, please contact Vicki Jordan at 706-596-1510 or vjordan@growingroomusa.com to set a time to come see us to discuss. In Auburn, AL. please contact Mendy Davis at 334-501-2344 or lsmith@grauburn.com.

Are breakfast, lunch and a snack are offered?
Yes, we exceed the USDA requirements. We serve our meals in a friendly atmosphere called, “Family Style Dining”. During meal time, teachers sit with small groups of children and discuss colors and textures of food. They also encourage sampling on new foods. It isn’t unusual at all for a 2 year old who initially hates the thought of broccoli to love the taste of broccoli within a few weeks! Meals are prepared in our commercial grade kitchen.

Are toys sanitized daily?
Yes! As a registered nurse, the founder of our company has developed and implemented strict infection control policies and procedures that are used throughout our centers.

Do children go outside every day?
Absolutely! Oversized playgrounds are considered an extension of the classroom. In addition to running, jumping, and climbing, teachers plan nature walks, picnics, and art activities outdoors. Weather permitting, children play outside twice every day!

What type of security is provided?
There are security cameras in all classrooms and playgrounds with viewing provided for our center management as well as for our Parent Center. Parents are encouraged to spend time watching their children’s classrooms to see how the children adjust or to just experience various times in their children’s day. This is available anytime the centers are open.

Each center has locked security doors that are controlled by our front desk manager. It is her responsibility to verify identification prior to allowing access to the classrooms and children.

What security measures are taken when releasing children?
In Columbus, parents must sign children in and out daily in the classroom before being allowed into the classrooms. In Auburn, Al. parents must sign children in and out in each individual classroom per Alabama child care licensing standards. We also maintain password procedures. Only with a parent or guardian’s permission, can a child be released to an alternate caregiver who presents a valid picture state ID and signs a release form.

Is safe, reliable transport available to and from school?
Yes, we use our own vans and buses to transport your school-age child to and from school. All vehicles must pass a rigorous annual inspection, plus ongoing monthly inspection. Our bus/van drivers all have been screened through our MVR checks, are certified in first aid and CPR and have received intense training in strict bus safety policies and procedures.

How do classroom and outside play areas encourage learning and creativity?
Absolutely! Our entire campus, including our classrooms, public areas, and playgrounds are all specifically designed for age-appropriate learning. Our centers resemble a neighborhood, with a “gazebo” as the reception area, a rest stop (The Parent Corner) where parents can watch live video of their children’s classroom or either playground. We also provide important parent literature such as tips on potty training, car seat requirements, and other information sheets that are helpful information for parents. Our hallways are filled with textures, words and three dimensional items that define our neighborhood. One will see a giant “Book Mobile,” resembling a Growing Room bus, a grocery store, a bakery, a fire engine with working light, a theatre, dance studio, a candy store, a toy store, working street lights and more.

Our classrooms are bright and colorful with big picture windows both interior and exterior. Using specific early childhood standards, our classrooms are designed by our team of experts to provide a print-rich environment. Children are surrounded by letters, words, numbers, intergenerational posters, family photos, and more. For example, you will see books on tape, small group games about literacy, labeled.
     
Does curriculum prepare your child for school?
Absolutely!

What curriculum does The Growing Room use?
The Growing Room curriculum, “Growing Up on Our Block” is a literacy – based curriculum that encourages a child’s learning by tying activities to one another, and building on their prior knowledge. Growing Up On Our Block” teaches the alphabet, colors, numbers, concepts, and various other skills.

“Growing Up On Our Block” our curriculum is carefully planned to show all children that learning is very fun and rewarding at the same time!