Documents, Policies & Procedures

Everything you need to review and sign before your child’s first day.

Nature Academy Policies & Waiver

Our full Policies, Procedures & Agreement covering hours, communication, food & meals, payment, dress code, screen policy, discipline philosophy, and the Handyman class waiver.

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Admission Agreement

Required State of Utah admission agreement for licensed childcare centers. Please review, complete, and return prior to your child’s first day.

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Health Assessment

Required State of Utah health assessment form. Must be completed by your child’s pediatrician and submitted before enrollment is finalized.

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Policies at a Glance

The full version is in the PDF above. Here is a quick summary of the 28 sections our parents and guardians agree to.

  1. Hours of Operation — Mon–Thu, 8:00 am–5:30 pm. Children may not arrive before 8:00 am and must be picked up by 5:30 pm.
  2. Communication — Children may call parents anytime through Kayla’s phone. Personal phones are not permitted at school.
  3. Absences — Please notify us by call or message if your child will be absent on a scheduled day.
  4. Authorized Pickup — Children are only released to individuals listed on a signed authorization form.
  5. Custody & Parental Agreements — For separated parents, one designated payer must be agreed upon and both must sign the agreement.
  6. Photography & Media Use — Public photos/videos blur or block faces and identifying features.
  7. Food & Water — Meals and snacks provided; full ban on artificial dyes and flavors; not a nut-free facility.
  8. Payment Policy — Tuition due by the 1st of each month. Monthly fees required regardless of attendance.
  9. Holidays & Closures — Year-round program with closures at Christmas, Thanksgiving, Spring Break, and school/summer transitions.
  10. Emergency Closures — Illness-based closures may be last-minute; 24-hour symptom-free rule before returning.
  11. School Chat & Updates — GroupME is used for all school communication. Checking daily is crucial.
  12. Liability Waiver — Acknowledgment of inherent risks of outdoor and physical play.
  13. Toileting — Children must be fully potty-trained; a complete seasonally appropriate spare outfit must be kept at the center.
  14. Parties, Gifts, Celebrations — Food approval required; inclusive gift-giving expected.
  15. Birthday Invitations — Physical invitations not permitted; handled discreetly through the owner.
  16. Part-Time Students — Included in every lesson they are present for; activities happen across several days.
  17. Screen Policy — Cellphones not permitted; limited teacher-operated TV and iPad use only.
  18. Dress Code — Seasonally appropriate, play-friendly clothing; backup outfit required.
  19. Personal Belongings — Child’s responsibility; noise/battery items, dangerous items, and pets not permitted.
  20. Withdrawal — 30-day notice (under age 5), 60-day notice (age 6+).
  21. Termination by Provider — We reserve the right to terminate care for nonpayment, disrespect, or breach of agreement.
  22. Educational Approach — We honor each child’s individual pace; emotional and mental well-being come first.
  23. Discipline & Guidance Philosophy — Gentle guidance rooted in relationship-building, problem-solving, and self-regulation. No physical punishment, shaming, or behavior charts.
  24. Appropriate Conversation — No politics, religion, or adult content. Holidays celebrated with themed activities.
  25. Environment & Code of Conduct — Zero tolerance for aggression, sexual content, or tickling.
  26. Disrespect of this Code — May result in termination of care.
  27. Handyman & Arts & Crafts Class — Separate acknowledgment of risk for tool-based activities.
  28. Utah Fits All Scholarship Recipients — 3+ days/week full-time required; 60-day withdrawal notice; refunds routed to Odyssey.
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