The Step by Step School

Frequently Asked Questions

ABOUT THE CENTER

Is The Step by Step School Licensed?
The Step by Step School is licensed for ages 6 weeks to 13 years of age by the Department of Children and Families Office of Licensing.
What enrichments do you offer?

We offer at varies times and rotations activities such as coding, engineering, language classes, photography, soccer, yoga, martial arts, dance, zumba, music, sports, non-bake cooking to name a few.

Why The Step by Step School?

The Step by Step School has provided the Hoboken community top-tier education for ten years! Our centers are here step- by-step as your child grows. From infants to teenagers, we offer an environment that runs just like a family. Everyone knows everyone. Our centers are a place to watch your family grow, learn, play, and love!

What are the certifications and experience of the teachers?

Our teachers have their certifications in the following; infant/toddler certification, CDA, Associates degree, Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, etc. in the related education, health sciences, and/or social sciences. Additionally, all teachers receive professional development by The Step by Step School and NJCCIS.

What is your discipline policy?

We believe in positive reinforcement and redirecting attention and behavior. We believe mistakes are learning opportunities. Our goal is for students to understand their choices and to learn from them. Never to punish them. We do not believe in time-outs. However, we do believe students are responsible for their choices, decisions, and the developmentally- appropriate consequences that come about. Our Clover Model philosophy helps guide students with social-emotional exploration to help manage and understand their feelings and behavior.

Does your school have parent involvement?

Of course! We host parent mingles, Back to School Night, Parent’s Night, etc. and always promote parental involvement.

REGISTRATION

Does my child have to be potty-trained to attend?
Your child does not need to be potty trained to enroll in any of our daycare programs. Our potty-training program begins in our toddler program. To enroll in our preschool program, your child must be potty trained.
Do I have to wait for a specific start date?

No, we have rolling admissions. However, we do have waitlists for some of our programs.

Will my child and I meet the teacher before the start date?

Yes! We offer icebreakers for the student and an introduction for the parents!

TUITION & FINANCIAL AID

Does The Step by Step School offer sibling discounts?
Yes! 10% for the additional child.
When do you bill?
The Step by Step School bills monthly! We accept tuition via checks, cash, or cards. There is a 4% for all card transactions.
 
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