FAQ

1. What ages do you serve?

We provide full-time educational childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, along with before and after school care for Daniels Elementary students.

7. What happens if I’m late picking up my child?

Pickup must occur by 6:00 PM. $5.00 fee applies for any pickup after 6:00 PM. After 6:05 PM, an additional $2.00 per minute applies. A one-time 5-minute grace period is given for the first late pickup.

2. What documents do I need to enroll my child?

All children must have: A current well-visit from their pediatrician, updated immunization records, for infants under 12 weeks: a doctor’s note stating the infant is well enough to attend.

8. Do you offer vacation days?

Yes. Full-time children receive 12 vacation days per calendar year. Part-time children receive 6 vacation days per calendar year.

3. What are your current rates?

Effective September 1, 2026, our weekly rates are: $250/week full-time childcare (under age 2), $230/week full-time childcare (ages 2 and up), $150/week part-time childcare (ages 2+, 3 set days per week, infants not eligible), $90/week before & after school care (includes snack), $215/week summer and no-school days (school-age children).

9. Can staff administer medication?

Staff may only administer prescription medication and only when: It is in the original container, it is labeled with the child’s first and last name, parents complete a medication form, and the staff member is medication-administration certified.

4. Do you offer a discount for siblings?

Yes. We offer a 20% discount for a second enrolled child.

10. What training do your staff have?

All staff members: Are trained in CPR and First Aid, to complete at least 18 hours of professional development annually, participate in the WV STARS Career Pathway, and have completed criminal background checks.

5. Do you accept MountainHeart?

Yes. Stepping Stones Academy proudly accepts MountainHeart for qualifying families.

11. Do classrooms follow a schedule?

Yes. Each classroom follows an age-appropriate daily schedule and lesson plan created by the teacher. These plans evolve as children develop and reach new milestones.

6. What holidays are you closed?

We are closed on: New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day.