Health & Safety

At The Pillars Christian Learning Centers, your child’s safety, health, and well-being are our top priorities. We are committed to maintaining a secure and nurturing environment where students and families feel safe.

Safe Environment

We implement comprehensive safety measures across all our locations to provide peace of mind for parents and guardians:

• Double Secured Entry: Most of our locations feature double secured entry systems for enhanced safety.
• Video Camera Classroom Monitoring: Continuous monitoring ensures transparency and accountability.
• Open Door Policy: Parents and guardians are welcome to visit and observe at any time.
• Daily Attendance Logs: Accurate tracking of check-in and check-out times is maintained for all children.
• Name-to-Face Logs: Staff conduct regular head counts and check-ins to ensure all children are accounted for throughout the day.
• Smoke-Free Premises: Our buildings and grounds are entirely smoke-free.
• Release of Children Policy: Strict protocols are in place to ensure children are released only to authorized individuals.
• Safe Sleep Practices: Infants are cared for following strict safe sleep guidelines to reduce risks and promote healthy rest.
• Inclement Weather Policy: Our locations follow a detailed plan for severe weather conditions.
• Emergency Preparedness Plan:
  • Fire drills practiced monthly.
  • Severe weather drills practiced quarterly.
  • Lock-down drills practiced quarterly.
• Annual Inspections: Both fire and health department inspections are completed every year to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Parent Code of Conduct: Clear guidelines foster a positive and respectful school environment.

Health and Sanitation Practices

Creating a clean and healthy learning environment is an integral part of our daily routine:

• Daily Sanitization: All surfaces are sanitized regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
• Health Checks: Conducted upon each child’s arrival to monitor wellness.
• Handwashing Practices: Proper hand hygiene is taught and practiced by staff and children throughout the day.
• Diapering Procedures: Followed meticulously to ensure cleanliness and safety for our youngest learners.
• Illness Exclusion Policy: Children showing symptoms of illness are required to stay home to protect the well-being of others.
• Food Allergy Emergency Plan: We have protocols in place to address and manage food allergies safely.
• Up-to-Date Immunization Records: All enrolled children must have current immunizations as required by state guidelines.
• Breastfeeding Accommodations: We provide a private and welcoming space for nursing mothers.
• Nutritious Meals and Snacks: Balanced and wholesome food is served three times a day to support growing bodies and minds.

Qualified and Caring Staff

Our team is equipped with the skills and training necessary to provide exceptional care:

• CPR and First Aid Certified: All staff are trained and up to date on life-saving procedures.
• Background Checks: Completed before hire and repeated annually for all employees.
• Health and Safety Training: Ongoing annual training ensures our staff is prepared to meet high standards.