About Us

General Details

Sanctuary of Wilmington Academy will be open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The School closes promptly at 6:00 p.m.

Closures

SOW Academy will not provide child care on any federal holidays. The School operates year-round, Monday through Friday, except holidays and professional development days. The School will be closed on the following holidays:

• New Year’s Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving
• Christmas Day

The School may also close on other holidays and on professional development days but will notify Parents in advance of those closures. Because tuition rates and staffing needs are calculated on a weekly basis, tuition credits or refunds are not available for holidays, professional development days, or other unscheduled School closures.

The parent is responsible for arranging for alternate child care for emergency closings due to severe weather. The child care fees will not be adjusted for such closings.

Safe Arrival And Departure

Upon arrival to the school, you will sign your child in at the front door where they will then be escorted to their class by a staff member. This will make the initial separation easier and the transition safer for all students.

The School may release your child to you or to an authorized pick-up contact, listed in the Enrollment Application or named in writing to the School ahead of time, who is either known to staff or provides photo identification.

Parents are responsible for signing their child in and out daily on the designated sign-in and sign-out forms. If your child is not picked up on time late fees will be applied.

Parent And Family Partners

We believe that most child learning will take place within the home with parents/guardians. However, we know that we can help excel this growth while your child is in our care.

We encourage parents to drop by anytime. Unless a court order provided to the School states otherwise, Parents are welcome to visit their child at any time of the day. You are very welcome here! The children will benefit greatly from your participation. Examples of opportunities for you to volunteer include helping with meals; making classroom materials; reading stories; speaking to the class about your special hobbies or interests; or donating materials for art projects, the home living center, etc.

If you have any concerns with your child we would love to have a parent teacher conference. Just speak with the Director to schedule a time that works for both parties. We are always open to comments or suggestions, so feel free to communicate openly with us.

Things To Know

What to Send

Parents are asked to send lunch, a change of outer and under clothes, including socks, diapers, and wipes (if applicable), a water bottle, and a nap mat. All items should be labeled with your child's name. If your child uses a soft toy for comfort at nap time, you are welcome to bring it, however, no toys are permitted.

Clothing

Sow Academy will be spending time both indoors and outdoors. Please dress your child in appropriate play clothes that are suitable for all activities including painting and eating. Closed-toed shoes with at least a strap on the heel must be worn at all times. We ask that you label all apparel. SOW Academy is not responsible for lost or damaged clothing. Please check the lost and found if an item is missing.

Fingernails

Please keep your child’s fingernails trimmed and well groomed at all times. Proper maintenance will reduce the incidences of children scratching themselves or others.

Outdoor Activity

Children need fresh air and exercise daily. Children will be allowed to play outdoors on the playground each day weather permitting. Children will only be kept in during the rain or extreme heat or cold. Please dress your child appropriately for the weather and provide appropriate outdoor apparel(i.e., coats or jackets).