Admissions Policy and Procedures for Registration

Winter Harbor Children’s House holds priority placement in all programs until January 31st of the current school year for existing and alumni families. On February 1st we begin accepting applications on an unrestricted basis.

A parent and child visit will be arranged to enable both parents and teachers an opportunity to access placement.

Registration

1. Upon acceptance of a placement offer, the school requires a $20 registration fee, and May tuition of the intended school year.
2. Registration fee and May deposit is not refundable.

Final Confirmation

1. Prior to the first day of the upcoming school year a newsletter, school calendar, emergency form, health history form, family list and a bill for September’s tuition due by July 15th will be sent to each family. Once all the required forms are returned and September’s tuition is received, program placement is assured.

Tuition Policy

1. Tuition is based on an annual basis. Parents may choose to pay in nine equal installments. Except for the first and last months of the school year, all payments are due the first day of each month, beginning October 1st.
2. Withdrawal during the school year requires 30 days notice in writing. Pre-paid tuition for May will not be returned.

Waiting Pool

There is no fee to have your child placed in our waiting pool. Please fill out the Registration Application form and return it to the school. We will notify you when an appropriate placement is available. Winter Harbor does not discriminate based on race, creed, disability or any other difference.