Parent resources
Everything you need to stay connected, informed, and prepared.
Downloadable forms & handbook
Print and complete the registration packet, or keep the full handbook for reference.
Parent Handbook
Our complete handbook with policies, procedures, tuition details, illness guidelines, and everything families need to know.
Download handbook (PDF)Registration Packet
Printable enrollment forms and required documents. PDF format keeps the layout intact so you can print, complete, and return them to the office.
Download registration packet (PDF)2026 closures & important dates
Planned closures and teacher workdays for the 2026 calendar year.
- Monday, January 19 — Martin Luther King Day
- Monday, February 16 — President’s Day (Teacher Workday)
- Friday, April 3 — Good Friday
- Monday, April 6 — Easter Monday
- Monday, May 25 — Memorial Day
- Friday, June 5 — Teacher Workday
- Friday, July 3 — 4th of July (observed)
- Friday, August 14 — Teacher Training/Workday
- Monday, September 7 — Labor Day
- Friday, October 9 — NCAEYC (Staff Development)
- Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day
- Wednesday, November 25 — Thanksgiving Break — 1pm closure
- Thursday, November 26 — Thanksgiving Break — Closed
- Friday, November 27 — Thanksgiving Break — Closed
- Thursday, December 24 — Christmas Break
- Friday, December 25 — Christmas Break
- Monday, December 28 — Christmas Break
- Friday, January 1, 2027 — New Year’s Day
Dates are subject to change. Families will be notified of any updates through ProCare and email.
Quick reference from the handbook
Key policies and reminders at a glance.
Our Mission
To ensure that each child feels loved every day at The Learning Tree.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM. Saturday and Sunday are closed. Children must be dropped off before 10:00 AM.
Ages Accepted
We care for children ages six weeks through five years. Classroom placement is based on age and Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
Enrollment & Tuition
A $85 non-refundable registration fee and a deposit equal to one week of tuition are due before care begins. Tuition is billed each Monday and paid by automatic bank draft.
Meals & Snacks
Families pack a balanced lunch and healthy snack from home, plus three daily drinks. A catered lunch option is available for $4.00 per meal.
What to Bring
Two complete sets of extra clothes, a pair of extra shoes, and weather-appropriate outerwear. Closed-toe, supportive sneakers are required for playground safety.
Illness Policy
Children must stay home if they have fever over 100.5°, vomiting, diarrhea, contagious illness, or other symptoms. A doctor’s note may be required before returning.
Arrival & Departure
Check children in and out with the ProCare app. A valid ID is required at pickup. Please keep phones put away during drop-off and pick-up.
Closures & Weather
Inclement weather closings are decided independently. Tuition is not credited for weather closures. Families are notified by email and ProCare.
For complete details, please download the full Parent Handbook above.
More resources
Ways to stay connected with our community.
Calendar & Events
Stay up to date with holidays, closures, teacher workdays, and family events.
View 2026 calendarDaily Updates
Teachers share photos, activity notes, and milestone moments through our secure ProCare parent app.
Learn moreContact Us
Questions? Reach out by phone or email, or stop by the front desk during business hours.
Get in touchFrequently asked questions
Quick answers pulled directly from our parent handbook.
What are your hours of operation?
We are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. We are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. To minimize disruption to classrooms, all children must be dropped off before 10:00 AM.
Do you provide meals and snacks?
Families provide a well-balanced lunch and a nutritious snack from home, along with three daily drinks. As an alternative, we offer a catered lunch service for $4.00 per meal. Please notify us of any food allergies with a signed doctor’s statement.
What should my child bring each day?
Every child needs two complete sets of extra clothes, a pair of extra shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing for outdoor play. We ask that children wear closed-toe, supportive sneakers. Flip-flops, sandals, crocs, and open-toed shoes are not allowed on the playground.
How do you handle sick children?
We follow North Carolina childcare health guidelines. Children may not attend with fever over 100.5°, vomiting, diarrhea, contagious illness, or other symptoms. If a child becomes ill during the day, we ask that you pick them up within 30 minutes. Children must be symptom-free and fever-free for a full 24 hours without medication before returning.
How do I enroll my child?
Start by scheduling a tour. Before care begins, we require an on-site visit, a completed registration packet turned in one week prior to the start date, a $85 non-refundable registration fee, and a deposit equal to one week of tuition.
How are tuition payments processed?
Tuition is billed every Monday and is due before childcare services are rendered. Payments are automatically drafted from a debit or credit card. Returned or declined payments incur a $35 processing fee.
What happens if I am late picking up?
A $10 late fee applies after 5:30 PM. After 5:40 PM, an additional $1.00 per minute is charged. Late fees must be paid in cash within five days. Repeated late pickups may result in termination of care.
Do you offer transportation?
No, The Learning Tree does not provide transportation. Parents and authorized adults are responsible for dropping off and picking up their children.
New to our community?
We’re here to make the transition smooth for you and your child.