About Us: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
1. How old must my child be to register for The Beechwood School?
Your child must be at least two and a half years old and potty trained by the September of their planned attendance. If trained, they may attend our summer camp that starts in mid-June .
Children are accepted up to age six. You do not have to be enrolled in our school year program in order to attend our summer session.
Children who have graduated from kindergarten are eligible to attend our summer camp.
2. Does my child need to be potty trained to attend The Beechwood School?
Yes. It is Beechwood School's policy that all children are potty trained in order to attend. Children must wear big boy/girl underpants even if they wear a diaper to bed at home. There are no pull-ups allowed.
3. When do you accept new enrollments?
The Beechwood School typically accepts new enrollments is September and June. Acceptance during the school year depends on availability.
The Beechwood School operates on an academic calendar September through mid-June.
The Beechwood School Summer Camp begins in late June and lasts through mid-August. Children enrolling in the summer camp are required to attend four days per week with a minimum of six weeks attendance of the eight weeks offered. Mixed daily schedules are allowed and billed accordingly.
4. How do I schedule a tour of the facilities?
If Beechwood is not already on a waiting list, parents interested in enrolling a child may call the Beechwood School at 856-429-0303 to arrange for a tour of the facility. Tours are scheduled by appointment, mid-morning Tuesday through Friday.
5. How do I enroll my child?
Children are accepted on a "first come, first serve" basis with the condition that the Beechwood School is able to meet the child's needs. To guarantee a spot for your child, the registration fee and tuition deposit must be paid in full.
6. What are your hours of operation?
Hours during the regular school year are from 7:45am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday. Tuition is based on the schedule a child is registered to attend. All children must register for 5 days per week but may have a mixed schedule of half and full days:
9:00am - 11:30am
9:00am - 1:00pm
7:45am - 5:00pmSummer camp is open 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Thursday. The Beechwood School is closed on Fridays in the summer. Mixed schedules are also available in the summer.
7. Can I visit my child during the day?
The Beechwood School has an open door policy for parents of children currently enrolled. Parents may visit their child at any time or parents may call the office and we will gladly check on your child. Calling rather than visiting may be the best option and less upsetting for your child while he/she is getting adjusted.
8. How will I know what is happening during my child's day?
Parents are invited to join their child’s class DoJo app. This App is a closed community between the Beechwood administration, staff and attending families. Each classroom also has a bulletin board outside the room with what was covered that day and any important classroom notices. Office and class monthly newsletters will inform parents of planned topics and activities. Finally, please ask at the office if you need clarification or more information.
9. What are the advantages of having an owner / director on site?
The Beechwood School is owned and directed by Marge McElroy and Sue Hagan. Daily they are at the school. By being present at the facility they are able to interact and help the teachers, know the students and their families, and monitor the building. Together they strive to develop a healthy learning environment for your child.
10. What security measures are taken?
The Beechwood School's main door is located at the office. If the door area is unattended for any reason, you will find the door locked. During morning arrival times, parents are welcomed by our greeter and sign their child in on our TimeClock. Staff take student attendance in their classrooms. Families complete a long term departure slip with names of other people who are permitted to pick up their child. If the pick up person is unknown to the office, identification is requested.
11. Are vacations credited to my tuition?
During the school year, The Beechwood School's holidays are already credited in the tuition. Extra days off for illness and vacation are not able to be credited.
During Beechwood Summer Camp, students may register for a minimum of six of the eight weeks offered. Other days off due to illness or last minute vacations may not be credited.
