PENOBSCOT BAY MEDICAL CENTER
CREATIVE LEARNING and CHILDCARE CENTER

How long has the program been in business?
Our center has been in continuous operation since Feb. 14, 1990.

What are the hours of operation?
7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

Is the Center only open to Pen Bay Healthcare employees?
NO!  PBMC Creative Learning and Childcare Center is open to all families.  Pen Bay Healthcare employees do get priority on openings.

Are there vacancies?
Yes!  We currently have openings for both the preschool classrooms.  The infant and toddler classrooms have waiting lists.

Typically, the waiting list is longer for infants and toddlers than for preschool children. Vacancies are filled from our waiting list on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to Pen Bay Healthcare employees.

Does the center keep a waiting list? Is there a fee to get on it?
Yes, we keep a waiting list. There is a $50 non-refundable deposit to go on our waiting list. Once a space becomes available for your child, the fee is applied to your tuition. The waiting list deposit is waived for Pen Bay Healthcare employees.

How do I get on the waiting list or enroll my child?
Please give us a call at 596-8700 to set up an appointment for a tour and an overview of our policies. If you decide this is the program for your child, we will add your name to the waiting list upon receipt of the $50 waiting list deposit. When a class has a vacancy, we contact the next family on the waiting list. A $250 non-refundable security deposit is required to guarantee enrollment for new students. This deposit is also applied to your tuition.

What is the total number of children attending?
Between full and part-time children, we have about 60 children enrolled.

How are the children divided into age groups?
The children are divided into four classrooms depending upon age.

Precious Bundles (infants) ages 6 weeks to 12 – 15 months
Busy Bees (toddlers) ages 12 months to 2½ years old
Curious Corner (young preschoolers) ages 2½ years to 3½ years old
Magic Moments (older preschoolers) ages 3½ years to pre-k age 5

What is the staff training and turnover rate?
All of our teachers have post-secondary degrees or have earned their Child Development Associate credential.  All staff members are required to complete inservice training annually. Seven of our staff members have been here since the center opened in 1990.

Are there any pets?
No.

What are the teacher-child ratio and group sizes?
Teacher – child ratios depend on the age of the children in the class.

Precious Bundles (infants) 1:4, maximum 8 babies
Busy Bees (toddlers) 1:5, maximum 10 toddlers
Curious Corner (young preschoolers) 1:7, maximum 14 children
Magic Moments (older preschoolers) 1:10, maximum 20 children

Do children need to be toilet trained before entering?
No.

Are snacks and meals provided?
No. Parents provide lunch and two snacks for their child. The center provides milk and juice.

What is your peanut policy?
The infant and toddler classrooms are peanut free.  The preschool classrooms restrict peanuts depending upon enrollment.

Can I come visit my child during the day?
Absolutely!  We welcome and encourage parent participation.  There are many opportunities for parents to volunteer with classroom projects, fundraising events or special celebrations.