Q: What is the checklist to be followed at the Footprints Play School Centres in Gwalior?

The arrival checklist is as follows: ★ Diapers, Wet wipes, Rash Cream ★ 3 Pair of Clothes & undergarments ★ 3 Milk Bottles, Formula Milk ★ Sipper, Moisturizer, Towel ★ All supplies in a Named Bag ★ Transport: Please have child ready & be there for pickup & drop off on-time

Question 1

Why you should choose Footprints Play School?

Accepted Answer

Footprints play school prepare children with a strong foundation for life. Footprints deliver the HighScope Curriculum that empowers and enables children to develop comprehensively, including Physical, Emotional, Intellectual and Social Development. The curriculum is designed to sharpen their language skills in writing, reading, speaking as well as thinking in a safe, secure and fun environment.

Question 2

What is HighScope Curriculum?

Accepted Answer

HighScope Curriculum has been scientifically developed through research and development by the HighScope Foundation based in the US.

Based on contemporary findings of Human Brain Development, it is observed to produce children with significantly better Health, Employment and Relationships along with much lesser criminal records. Thus, it is considered world’s most recommended and successful preschool curriculum endorsed and adopted by thousands of preschools all over US, UK, EU and Asia for not just intellectual development but character building as well.

Question 3

What facilities do Footprints Play School provide?

Accepted Answer

★ ParentConnect App: Get instant mobile updates on your child’s activities, meals, and sleep patterns.
★ Live CCTV Feed: HD-quality live AI-integrated CCTV streaming ensures transparency and trust between parents and our school.
★ HighScope Curriculum-. Our innovative curriculum, recognized by BW Education, promotes active learning.
★ Child Safety Measures- Rigorous background checks for staff, child-safe infrastructure, and biometric access control.
★ 100% Healthy & Nutritious Food- Only wholesome foods—fruits, vegetables, nuts, dry fruits, pulses, and grains—no junk!

Question 4

Does Footprints Play School Centres  in Gwalior have a structured routine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Footprints Play School Centres  in Gwalior have a routine that is followed on a daily basis. In our centres, the staff is flexible, letting babies follow their own natural rhythms. 
                As children become older, the centres follow routines at certain times of the day and at other time

Question 5

What do you do at Footprints Play School  in Gwalior if the child won't go to sleep?

Accepted Answer

We won't force the child to go to sleep. We will take the child with us into the sleep room and keep him/her on our laps until s/he is ready to go to sleep. Sometimes, this can take a few days before the child feels comfortable enough to sleep.

Question 6

Do the children at Footprints Play School Centres  in Gwalior have their own beds?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they do. It is ensured that each child is provided with his/her own bed. The beds are cleaned regularly so that hygiene standards of the centre are maintained.

Question 7

Will my baby have to change his/her routine before commencing creche?

Accepted Answer

No, absolutely not. We, at Footprints, will adapt to your baby’s routine. If your baby likes to sleep three times a day, we will facilitate this.
                We will have a conversation with you before the baby joins our crèche and become familiar with the baby’s routine.

Question 8

Does my child need to be toilet trained before starting at the Footprints Day Care Centre?

Accepted Answer

No, we do not set a specific age or time for your child to be toilet trained. Your child should only start toilet training when he/she is ready and shows a keen interest. Our staff is fully trained to support your child when he/she is ready and trains them for all their basic needs.

Question 9

What is the checklist to be followed at the Footprints Play School Centres  in Gwalior?

Accepted Answer

The arrival checklist is as follows:

★ Diapers, Wet wipes, Rash Cream
★ 3 Pair of Clothes & undergarments
★ 3 Milk Bottles, Formula Milk
★ Sipper, Moisturizer, Towel
★ All supplies in a Named Bag
★ Transport: Please have child ready & be there for pickup & drop off on-time

Question 10

How is the ‘Play Group’ Important for a Child?

Accepted Answer

This is a crucial time to develop their social skills along with their physical, emotional and intellectual development by engaging them in group activities that stimulate learning through all senses and whole body.

Question 11

How is Pre Nursery Class Important?

Accepted Answer

PreNursery is important as it is the preparation to go to school and engage in formal education. It helps children in preparing for the school better, e.g. following a common routine, communicating in a large group, paying attention for a longer span, eating on their own, making friends, looking after their bodily needs, etc.

They are introduced to basic concepts such as counting, alphabets, colours, body parts, festivals, their introduction etc.

Question 12

How is the LKG and UKG important?

Accepted Answer

The curriculum here is designed to sharpen children’s language skills in writing, reading, speaking as well as thinking in a safe, secure and fun surroundings. The stimulating environment helps children learn things faster.

KG is the step before a child gets into formal schools, therefore it’s critical that you as a parent choose a KG school that provides the appropriate foundation that generates interest in learning and creates a base in Mathematics, Language, Social & Creative skills for a smooth evolution in Learning Journey.

Question 13

Do Footprints Play School provide demo classes?

Accepted Answer

No. We do not provide any demo classes.

Question 14

Does Footprints Play School cater to special children?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the child's specific needs, with the decision being made based on the severity of the situation. In some cases, we may also recommend a shadow teacher to provide one-on-one attention when necessary.

Question 15

How do you ensure the child is settled, and how many days does it take?

Accepted Answer

During the initial 3-4 days, mothers are encouraged to stay with their children, and the duration of their stay gradually increases according to the activities. Once the child can say goodbye to their mothers without crying, we ensure they are ready for independence.

A child's settling period may vary. Some children take from seven days to as much as one month to be fully settled, while others can take two to three months or more.

Question 16

What does the Kit include?

Accepted Answer

This varies class-wise. Usually, it consists of a Welcome card, School bag, Picnic vest, Apron, a Read-o-stick, and Books.

Question 17

Do Footprints Play School provide any transportation service?

Accepted Answer

Varies center-wise.

Question 18

Are there any summer or winter holidays?

Accepted Answer

The holidays usually vary region-wise. Generally, we provide 1 week of Winter and 1 week of summer holidays. Also, we try to maintain the Corporate Holiday calendar as much as possible.

Question 19

Can we send home-cooked food?

Accepted Answer

No, bringing food from home is strictly prohibited at our centers, as we have an in-house kitchen with a carefully designed meal plan. However, in cases of allergies, we may recommend that familiar food be brought from home.

For example, if the meal plan includes rice and your child is allergic to it, we might ask you to provide an alternative from home, while the child can have the dal and other dishes provided at the center.

Question 20

What is the difference between long-term fees and short-term fees?

Accepted Answer

★ Long-term fees apply to periods of a year or more, and in addition to the regular fee structure, we also charge an annual maintenance fee.
★ On the other hand, short-term fees cover a maximum of 6 months, and in this case, annual maintenance charges are excluded.
★ However, parents must provide this information at the time of enrollment.