The following policies are the policies we get asked about the most. For a full list of our policies, please view our Parent Handbook linked at the bottom of this page.

We ask parents to not use cell phones when in our building. Drop off and pick up are important opportunities for you to connect with teachers and reconnect with your child free of distractions.

All children and families will be treated with respect and dignity. In return, we expect the same from all our families. We will not tolerate hostile or aggressive behavior. If these behaviors occur, we reserve the right to ask you to control your behavior or to remove your child from our care.

Multiculturalism helps to set social goals and promotes respect for all people and the environment. MSA uses books, music, games, and many other activities to teach children respect for our world as well as diversity.

All our holiday celebrations aim to create an enhanced understanding and respect for the cultures and beliefs of all children, families, staff, and our Mountain Sprouts community. If you are bringing treats to school to share, they must be pre-packaged or commercially prepared. If you have any concerns, please let your child’s teacher know so appropriate arrangements can be made.

All information regarding your child will not be released unless we receive written consent from you, the parent. All records concerning children at our program are confidential.

At Mountain Sprouts Academy, equal educational opportunities are available to all children, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or parent/provider political beliefs, marital status, sexual orientation, or special needs, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All educational programs are designed to meet the needs of all children enrolled in our center.

State licensing regulations require that any child attending a childcare program for more than 4 hours per day must be offered nap/quiet time. After children finish lunch, all children under the age of 5 years participate in a quiet rest time.

A strong family/teacher partnership is necessary for making the toilet learning experience as stress free and successful as possible. Research indicates that children cannot successfully learn how to use the toilet until they are physically, psychologically, and emotionally ready. Many pediatricians say that most children under 18-24 months of age are not physically capable of regulating bladder and bowel muscles. Most positive toilet learning occurs only after the child shows signs of physical control or awareness of their bodily functions and when they demonstrate an interest or curiosity in the process. We are committed to working with you to make sure toilet learning is carried out in a manner that is consistent with your child’s physical and emotional abilities and your family’s wishes. State regulations prohibit the use of training toilets in childcare facilities. There will not be any attempts on the part of Mountain Sprouts Academy to toilet train children under the age of 24 months.

All children wearing diapers will be checked for wetness or feces at least every two hours, or whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests they have a soiled or wet diaper. The child will be changed when found to be wet or soiled. A diaper changing station or changing area will be provided and located separate from any food preparation, storage, or serving area, and will comply with Colorado Department of Health and Environment Rules and Regulations Governing the Health and Sanitation of Childcare Facilities.