Beginning and Beyond Child Care
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about our overnight child care program? Here are answers to some of the questions parents ask most often.
Are you licensed?
Yes. Our program is fully licensed and operates in accordance with New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations.
What are your hours?
3-Night Schedule (Friday–Sunday):
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Friday: Arrival at 6:00 PM → Departure Saturday by 8:00 AM
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Saturday: Arrival at 6:00 PM → Departure Sunday by 8:00 AM
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Sunday: Arrival at 6:00 PM → Departure Monday by 8:00 AM
Where do arrival and departure take place?
For a smooth and consistent transition, all arrivals and departures take place in the building lobby. A staff member will meet the child in the lobby at arrival and accompany them to the program. At departure, a staff member will bring the child to the lobby to the parent or authorized adult for dismissal from the program.
Lobby arrival and departure are required for all families.
What items should my child bring?
Clean fitted sheets for beds are provided by our program. Families may send a small personal blanket or comfort item from home to help their child feel safe and secure. A list of additional items will be provided during the enrollment process.
Can my child sleep in their own pajamas?
Yes! Children must arrive at drop-off already bathed and dressed in clean pajamas for the night.
Are meals provided during care?
Yes. We provide meals to help ensure your child is comfortable and well cared for throughout their stay.
Dinner: Dinner is served shortly after arrival, between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM. If your child will be eating dinner with us, please ensure they arrive on time.
Breakfast: Breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM.
What ages do you accept?
We accept children ages 2 to 5 years old.
What happens if I am late for pickup?
Our program closes promptly at 8:00 AM.
A late fee will be added to your weekly payment. The late fee must be paid before the start of the following week.
How do bedtime routines work?
We follow a structured bedtime routine designed to help children wind down comfortably and safely. The routine includes:
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Dinner
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Clean-up and quiet play
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Brushing teeth
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Reading a bedtime story
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Dimming the lights
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Settling in for bedtime
What is your policy on administering medication?
Our program is not authorized to administer routine medications.
The only exception is the emergency use of a prescribed epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen), which requires the appropriate medical documentation to be on file.
Please ensure all daily medications are administered at home before drop-off.
Are you trained in emergency care?
Yes. We are fully CPR and First Aid certified for Child, Infant, and Adult care, ensuring your child is in safe and capable hands throughout the evening and overnight hours.