Enrollment
I have already registered for the fall, does that guarantee my spot?
Your registration is confirmed to start care ONLY when you receive a confirmation letter with start date indicated. Questions? Please email: Kidscare@Carlsbaded.org
What should I know about registering?
Enrollment is only valid for one year. Every student is required to re-register every year. When re-registering for a new school year, returning families will log in to their parent portal and register for the new school year. New incoming families will start their registration from our website www.carlsbaded.org
The $75 account registration fee is an annual payment to process and set-up your account. It does not go towards your Kids Care or payment. Registration fees are non-refundable.
Can I split the expenses on a single account?
No. If you want to split the expenses of student care, each person being billed needs to set up their own account and pay the $75.00 account registration fee per student.
Do you offer a sibling discount?
During the school year we offer a 10% sibling discount off the monthly fee. Sibling discounts are not offered for Holiday Care or Summer Kids Care.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. Families must complete our financial aid application found here. We accept financial aid applications throughout the school year and awards are based on available funds.
If my student care needs change, how do I switch my schedule?
Approval for requested schedule changes is dependent on space availability. We require a 15-day written notice on all requested scheduled changes please email Kidscare@Carlsbaded.org to initiate requested changes.
Where do I update my account information?
Information may be updated on the parent portal.
I no longer need care, is the $75 registration fee refundable?
No. Registration fees are non-refundable. The $75 registration fee covers the entire school year, including Holiday Care and Summer Adventure. We are hopeful you will return for any of these programs.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require a 14-day written notice on all cancellations. Please email KidsCare@CarlsbadEd.org to initiate a cancellation request.
Programming
How does my child get to Kids Care after school?
TK/Kindergarteners are picked up from school dismissal by a Kids Care staff member. 1st-5th graders walk to the Kids Care classroom when they are dismissed from school. Please see school site directory for site contact information and room numbers.
What will my child do from 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. in the morning, before school?
For the health and safety of our students and staff and to maximize social distancing efforts, before school care will take place outdoors.
Families must arrive between 7:30 – 7:45. At 7:45 students will take part in an outdoor socially-distant active activity until they are dismissed for class. We are excited to get students moving in the morning and hope this contributes to a great start their day. Students should prepare by dressing warmly.
If I enroll in before school care from 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. can I drop off my child at anytime?
Due to a limited number of students and staff, children must arrive to care between 7:30-7:45 am. With parents unable to be on campus, staff will only be at the check-in area until 7:45 am. At this time there will not be enough staff to go back and forth to the check-in area for late arrivals. Please plan accordingly to arrive on time.
What will my student do during school hours and after-school hours?
Please see the sample schedule found on our Student Care page.
How will students be grouped?
Our goal is to group students by grade to provide the best social and academic environment. Please note that this is dependent on enrollment and grades may be combined.
Is Kids Care open on school breaks?
Kids Care does offer Holiday Care on days when school is closed for breaks or to observe federal holidays. Holiday Care requires a separate registration, found online.
Kids Care is closed on select holidays. Review the Kids Care calendar for those dates.
Is SOAR open on school breaks?
Miscellaneous
My child is enrolled at a non-CUSD school. Can they enroll in student care?
During the monthly school year, Kids Care is only available to CUSD students.
All Holiday Care and Summer Care is available to children in and out of the CUSD.
Will snacks be provided?
Lunches are provided by the school cafeterias for students who would like one. Students will be required to bring a water bottle. Water fountains are available for bottle refill only. Kids Care will provide an afternoon snack for students.
Are Chromebooks available for homework?
Students are encouraged to bring your CUSD assigned Chromebooks. Limited number of Chromebooks are available onsite for students as needed.