For Current Families
Thank you for being a valued part of the Growing Together Preschool community! We are grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us to support your child’s growth and development. Our team is committed to working alongside you, ensuring that your child receives the highest quality education in a nurturing, inclusive environment. We look forward to continuing our partnership and supporting your family every step of the way.
Our Calendar
Our Menu
Our menus are based on a 4-week rotating cycle. We strive to provide fresh produce whenever possible. Offerings may change based on availability. Water is available at all meal services. Due to our Kentucky Proud Farm to Preschool program, produce offerings will change frequently based on current harvest May – October. See the typical harvest schedule on Lazy Eight Stock Farm’s website. We provide substitutes for children who have a dietary medical need or diagnosed allergy when the Medical Statement for Children with Special Dietary Needs is received. Soy milk is the provided substitution for cow milk. Families who have a religious or personal dietary need are responsible for providing substitutions that fulfill the component that cannot be consumed (beans or other protein must substitute ham). Crackers are not an acceptable substitute for fruits, vegetables or proteins.
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Foods Not Served
Due to potential choking hazard and allergic reaction, the following foods will not be served at GTP: hard candy, nuts, nut butters, suckers, whole grapes, hot dogs, raw peas, hard pretzels. These items may not be included in meals brought from home.
Forms
Administration of Sunscreen
Administration of Medication
Food Program Medical Statement
(required for all dietary restrictions)
Infant Feeding Plan
(required for all children 15 months and younger)
Service Consent
(required for all children receiving therapy services at the preschool)
Asthma Action Plan
Seizure
Action Plan
Occupational Therapy Intake Forms
Physical Therapy Intake Forms
Speech Therapy Intake Forms
Wildwood Music Therapy
Administration of Sunscreen
Administration of Medication
Food Program Medical Statement
(required for all dietary restrictions)
Infant Feeding Plan
(required for all children 15 months and younger)
Service Consent
(required for all children receiving therapy services at the preschool)
Asthma Action Plan
Seizure Action Plan
Occupational Therapy Intake Forms
Physical Therapy Intake Forms
Speech Therapy Intake Forms
Wildwood Music Therapy
Administration of Sunscreen
Administration of Medication
Food Program Medical Statement
(required for all dietary restrictions)
Infant Feeding Plan
(required for all children 15 months and younger)
Service Consent
(required for all children receiving therapy services at the preschool)
Asthma Action Plan
Seizure
Action Plan
Occupational Therapy Intake Forms
Physical Therapy Intake Forms
Speech Therapy Intake Forms
Wildwood Music Therapy
How Do I Schedule a Tour?
Growing Together Preschool - Lexington, KYWe want to ensure that everyone and everything is safe and secure at a minimum inconvenience to you. All exterior doors, with the exception of one main entrance, are locked during business hours. All visitors are to be escorted by authorized personnel to ensure proper client confidentiality. Visitors are not allowed to roam the premises unattended.
Visitors may tour the program during operating hours. Parents are encouraged to visit the facility prior to enrollment, talk with staff, and observe classroom activities. Drop-ins are welcome; appointments are optional.
What is your discipline policy?
In order to ensure a safe environment, and provide positive guidance for children, each classroom has established simple and consistent rules for both children and care givers that set the limits for behavior. These disciplinary methods help children develop self control; assume responsibility for their own actions; and gain a sense of security when they know limits. Children will learn from their care givers, who model appropriate behavior.
The Cabinet for Human Resources (CHR) regulations clearly state that: Children are not subjected to harsh or physical discipline. Loud, profane, threatening, frightening or abusive language is not permitted by care givers or other individuals on the premises. Discipline is not to be associated with rest, toileting, or food.
- The Cabinet for Human Resources (CHR) regulations clearly state that:
- Children are not subjected to harsh or physical discipline.
- Loud, profane, threatening, frightening or abusive language is not permitted by care givers or other individuals on the premises.
- Discipline is not to be associated with rest, toileting, or food.
The primary mode of discipline at Growing Together Preschool is REDIRECTION. Simply stated, redirection is giving children who are displaying inappropriate behavior, the opportunity to choose an alternate activity or source of entertainment. The care giver can effectively divert this behavior in a calm manner, intercepting problems before they escalate.
On occasion, the child may be removed from the classroom for a brief respite and a discussion with the Director. In extreme cases, a parent conference will be scheduled to discuss the problem and possible solutions.
In the event a child exhibits behavior harmful to himself/herself and/or to others, a “behavior modification program” will be implemented with the approval and signatures of both parents and preschool personnel.
Alternative care may be recommended if a child continues to exhibit harmful or threatening behavior.
Do I pay tuition while I’m on vacation?
Yes. Tuition is charged 52 weeks of the year, regardless of child’s absence or preschool closure.
May I breastfeed or provide breast milk?
Absolutely! Mothers are welcome to breastfeed their babies in the classroom or, if more privacy is desired, a more secluded room is available. Bottles and caps must be labeled with the infant’s name, and date and are warmed in a bottle warmer. If the infant does not finish a bottle, it will be discarded after one hour. In order to reduce waste, we recommend a larger quantity of smaller bottles. Many mothers choose to breastfeed their babies on-site at drop-off and pick-up to reduce the amount of time away from their baby and the number of pumping sessions needed at work.
May I use cloth diapers?
Yes. We prefer all-in-one or pocket diapers for ease of changing. A zippered wet bag and a small metal can with a lid, must be provided. Staff are not permitted to remove waste from the diapers before placing them in the bag.
Supplies
Infant Classrooms
- A family photo.
- 4-5 premade bottles each day. All bottles must have lids and both the bottle and lid must be labeled with the child’s name, contents (breastmilk or formula) and the date that either the formula was prepared or the breastmilk was collected. Communicate with us and update the Infant Feeding Plan if this changes.
- Several extra changes of clothes to be kept in the cubby at all times. Please replace as they are used.
- At least 5 diapers each day. We have storage space if you prefer to bring in an entire pack at a time.
- Container of wipes.
- If you are using cloth diapers:
- A small step can with lid to remain at school.
- A wet bag that fits in the can and will hold enough diapers for the day. This will be sent home daily.
- Baby food when your child is ready. Please see our infant feeding policy for information about the types of food we are allowed to serve at preschool.
- Books or word lists of any languages you speak other than English.
- A copy of your child’s IFSP if they have one.
**No diaper bags may be left at school in the classroom or in the cubby. This is to protect all children from potentially unsafe items many families store in the diaper bag (medications, lotions, etc.).
Toddler Classrooms (1 & 2 year olds)
- A family photo.
- An extra change of clothes to be kept in the cubbies at all times. If your child does not have extra clothes when needed, we will call you and you will need to bring them a clean set.
- At least 5 diapers each day. We have storage space if you prefer to bring in an entire pack at a time.
- Container of wipes.
- If you are using cloth diapers:
- A small step can with lid to remain at school.
- A wet bag that fits in the can and will hold enough diapers for the day. This will be sent home daily.
- GTP will provide a small blanket for nap. (No pillows please!)
- Sunscreen. (No aerosols)
- A child-sized toothbrush.
- Books or word lists of any languages you speak other than English.
- A copy of your child’s IFSP if they have one.
**No diaper bags may be left at school in the classroom or in the cubby. This is to protect all children from potentially unsafe items many families store in the diaper bag (medications, lotions, etc.).
Preschool & PreKindergarten (3, 4 & 5 year olds)
- A family photo.
- An extra change of clothes to be kept in the cubby at all times.
- GTP will provide a small blanket for nap. (No pillows please!)
- Sunscreen. (No aerosols)
- A child-sized toothbrush.
- A copy of your child’s IEP if they have one.
For Pre-Kindergarteners only:
A letter box for show-n-tell each week. Every week, we have a letter of the week and our show-n-tell is based on that letter. Every Friday, your child should bring in a box that contains items that start with the appropriate letter. The box can be a shoe box, a small Rubbermaid type container, etc. The items you bring should fit inside the box. For example, if our letter is the letter ‘R’ you could bring items such as a stuffed rabbit, a ring or a rock. Your child can bring as many items as will fit in the box. This activity is not only fun for them at school, but is also a great activity for you to do together at home. At first, it will be difficult for them to understand. They will need help until they start to put together the letter-sound connection. After several weeks, they will begin to find things on their own. The children really enjoy showing the class what they found. PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANYTHING LABELED “KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN” OR TOY WEAPONS.
