❊FAQ’s

Yes, your child should have a backpack and a lunch box. Backpacks will house the parent communication folder (provided by school) and a seasonally appropriate change of clothes (provided by parent).

Tuition is due on the first of each month. A late fee of $25 is charged if payment is received after the 5th of the month. There are no deductions or refunds due to absenteeism. Tuition payments are made ONLINE. A reminder invoice will be generated each month to the primary email on file.

We offer faith-based, child-centered and developmentally appropriate programs for each age group. We implement the play-based learning framework. This is a comprehensive system of learning based on research and knowledge regarding all areas of child development - social/emotional, physical, cognitive, and language. We utilize Abeka to establish developmental markers and adapt accordingly for each class.

In the event that school is dismissed because of severe weather, announcements will be sent out through our app, email and/or text. In most cases our program will suspend programming if the public school system closes. There may be some circumstances where church leaders determine our campus needs to be closed for the safety of our students. Parents will be notified as listed above.

New Hope Early Learning is licensed by the Child Care Licensing Department of Hillsborough County and has been inspected and approved by the Hillsborough County Health Departments and Fire Department.

For the most part, we follow the calendar of Hillsborough County Public Schools. There may be some exceptions related to staff training or religious observance.

Parents may attend events on campus including school parties as determined by the Operational Manager. Siblings (older or younger) cannot be in the classroom. If you are planning to help in the class or participate in a party notify the teacher in advance and sign in and out through the office on the day of the event.

You may make arrangements with your child’s teacher for a birthday party celebration. Please keep it simple. Do not send party invitations to school unless the entire class is invited. Children with summer birthdays may arrange a day in the spring to celebrate. Due to allergies we ask that all food items be prepackaged with labels and adhere to the classrooms allergy policy.

When a child is having a difficult time following directions or treating others with respect, developmentally appropriate guidance techniques are used. These techniques are as follows: Positive Reinforcement: The child will be encouraged when he/she is demonstrating appropriate behavior. Redirection: The child is redirected to another activity and given an opportunity to try again at another time. ”When…Then” Statements: A statement is which the child is encouraged to accomplish something before going on to something else. Sample: “When you finish picking up the blocks, then you can go outside.” ”If…Then” Statements: A statement in which the child is encouraged to make a positive choice. Sample: “If you pick up the blocks, then you can go to the dress up play area. ”Take a Break: The chid is separated from the group for an age appropriate period of time. This technique is used when a child is exhibiting behaviors that put self or others at risk. Parents may receive a written or verbal communication from the teacher. This is not meant to be punitive but rather a means to partner with the parent, providing consistent expectations across home and school.

Our federal tax ID number is 92-1998276. Please use this number for tax purposes. The school does not provide tax letters.