Choosing the right toddler care program is a significant decision for parents. In Agoura Hills, the YMCA stands out by offering a nurturing and engaging environment for your little ones to learn and grow. Understanding the program fees, financial assistance options, and payment policies is crucial. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the Agoura Hills Toddler Care Program at the YMCA, ensuring you have all the information you need to make an informed choice.
Understanding Program Fees for Agoura Hills Toddler Care
The YMCA in Agoura Hills operates as a non-profit organization, deeply rooted in the community and guided by a dedicated Volunteer Board of Managers. This structure ensures that program fees are carefully considered and directly support the YMCA’s mission and goals. The fees are structured to sustain high-quality programs, developed and reviewed by the Program Committee, and meticulously budgeted by the Board of Managers. This includes allocating funds for scholarships, ensuring accessibility for all families.
Our toddler care program follows a school-year plan, designed for a comprehensive 10-month period. To simplify budgeting for families, we’ve implemented a convenient weekly payment schedule. Payments are drafted every Wednesday, preceding the program week, making it easy to manage your finances. Recognizing family time during holidays, our program fees are prorated for Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring Breaks. During these break weeks, no charges apply, offering financial relief and flexibility. For families needing care during these breaks, separate enrollment in our engaging weekly camp programs is available.
Financial Assistance: Making Quality Toddler Care Accessible in Agoura Hills
The YMCA of Agoura Hills is committed to ensuring that quality toddler care is accessible to every family, regardless of financial circumstances. Financial assistance is available to eligible families on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage families to visit our website to access detailed information and application forms for financial aid.
To ensure proper processing and to allow time for review, please submit your financial assistance application at least two weeks prior to your desired program start date. Kindly note that enrollment in the toddler care program is contingent upon the completion of the financial aid review process, submission of online registration, and arrangement of payment. The YMCA’s core mission includes preventing financial hardship from being a barrier to participation. Fundraising events throughout the year are critical in supporting our financial assistance program. We welcome your involvement in these events to help us extend our reach and impact. In situations where YMCA funds may not fully meet the need, we also collaborate with and recommend outside funding institutions to further support families.
Convenient Payment Options for Your Toddler Care Program
For seamless and secure transactions, the YMCA requires payments to be made via electronic funds transfer or credit card draft. We accommodate a wide range of payment methods, accepting major credit cards including American Express, Mastercard, Visa, and Discover. This ensures a convenient and flexible payment process for all families enrolled in our Agoura Hills toddler care program.
Handling Declined Payments and Late Fees for Toddler Care
Maintaining consistent and timely payments is essential for the smooth operation of our toddler care program. In the event of a declined electronic payment due to insufficient funds or other reasons, a $25.00 return fee will be applied to your account. We understand that payment issues can sometimes occur unexpectedly, and we are committed to working with you to resolve them promptly. You will be notified of any declined payments via phone or email. We request that you respond as quickly as possible to address the payment discrepancy. To allow sufficient time for resolution, a 5-day grace period is provided to settle the outstanding balance. If payment is not received within this grace period, a late fee of $20.00 will be added to your tuition.
Notification of Overdue Payments for Toddler Care Services
To ensure clear communication, if payment has not been received by the YMCA by the start of the program week, regardless of the payment method or reason for delay, the payment will be considered late. A $20.00 late fee will be automatically assessed to your account. An invoice detailing the balance owed will be emailed to you, or you will receive a phone call to inform you of the outstanding payment. It’s important to note that if payment is not received by the middle of the past due week, your child will not be able to attend the toddler care program until the payment is made in full. We encourage proactive communication and prompt payment to avoid any disruption in your toddler’s care.
Fee Schedule and Program Options for Agoura Hills Toddler Care
Program fees at our Agoura Hills location are structured based on the specific days and times your child will be attending our toddler care program. We offer both Full-Time and Part-Time care options to accommodate varying family needs:
- Full-time care: Designed for families needing care 4–5 days per week.
- Part-time care: Suitable for families requiring care 2–3 days per week.
Currently, we offer afternoon programs, which are subject to enrollment levels. For families interested in Before School care options, we encourage you to contact our childcare office directly. Our team can provide the most up-to-date information on availability and options to best suit your family’s schedule.
For a comprehensive understanding of all policies, program details, and further information, please CLICK HERE to view the complete 2024/25 Parent Handbook. We are dedicated to providing exceptional toddler care in Agoura Hills and are here to answer any questions you may have. Contact us today to learn more and enroll your child in our enriching program.
