Enroll your child with us
Discover how to join the Sleepy Eye Day Care family. We are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child.
Why choose Sleepy Eye Day Care and Learning Center?
At Sleepy Eye Day Care And Learning Center, we offer more than just supervision; we provide a true “home-away-from-home” where every child feels safe, loved, and understood. Our commitment to individualized attention means we truly know each child’s routines, personality, and needs, adjusting our care accordingly. We focus strongly on emotional development, helping children build confidence, trust, and healthy relationships. Parents are part of our family partnership approach, ensuring consistent, respectful, and genuine communication. With consistent caregivers and routines, children thrive in a stable and secure environment.
Our programs and age groups
We proudly offer comprehensive programs tailored to various age groups, ensuring age-appropriate development and learning. Our Infant Care (0–12 months) provides a nurturing, safe environment focused on bonding, feeding routines, and early sensory development. The Toddler Program (1–3 years) encourages exploration, language growth, and independence through structured play and daily routines. For children aged 3–5 years, our Preschool Program prepares them for kindergarten with early learning activities, social development, and hands-on experiences. We also offer a School-Age Program (5–12 years) with before- and after-school care, homework support, and engaging enrichment activities. Optional programs include Before & After School Care, a Summer Enrichment Program, and Drop-In / Flexible Care.
Enrollment requirements
To ensure a safe and high-quality environment for all children, we require families to provide a completed enrollment packet, including child information, emergency contacts, and an authorized pick-up list. Up-to-date immunization records are required per state licensing regulations, along with a health and physical form signed by a physician.
Documents to prepare for enrollment
Getting prepared ahead of time helps make the enrollment process smooth and ensures compliance with Virginia child care licensing requirements. Please have the following ready:
- Basic child information: Full name, date of birth, home address, and any nicknames or preferred name.
- Parent/Guardian information: Names of all legal guardians, phone numbers, email addresses, and work contact information (if applicable).
- Emergency contacts & authorized pick-up: At least 1–2 emergency contacts (different from parents if possible) and names of adults authorized to pick up the child. Valid ID is required for pick-up authorization.
- Immunization records (required): Up-to-date shot record signed by a physician or health department, meeting Virginia requirements under Code of Virginia § 32.1-46.
- Physical exam / health report: A recent physical completed by a physician, dated within 30 days before enrollment or 30 days after the child starts care.
- Medical & health information: Any known allergies or other medical conditions.