Shu Academy Frequently Asked Questions:

What hours are you open?

We are open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with extended hours from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at various locations, 12 months a year.

What ages of children do we serve and what programs to we offer?

Our centers are licensed to serve children aged 18 months to 5 years and 9 months.

Do we provide part time or drop-off program?

Each campus has a unique policy regarding part-time and drop-off programs. Please contact the campus you are interested in for details or indicate your request on the application form.

Do you serve any meals, and what nutritional guidelines do you follow?

We encourage families with children who have food allergies or dietary restrictions to provide their own lunch. If your child is not enrolled in the lunch program, parents will need to provide both lunch and snacks. For other families, we offer catered lunch options for a small additional cost. We also provide 2% or non-fat milk throughout the day.

We work closely with local restaurants to offer a healthier and more balanced menu. Each meal typically includes one cup of grains, ½ cup of protein, ½ cup of fresh vegetables, and ½ cup of fresh-cut fruit, along with one cup of milk. An additional cup of milk is provided with the afternoon snack. For more details, please refer to our menu page.

What are your teachers’ qualifications?

We take pride in our staff’s qualifications and our strict hiring process. All Shu Academy staff, including administration, comply with the CCLC licensing code, are Pediatric First Aid and CPR certified, and are required to complete a minimum of 24 hours of professional development training each year. Additionally, as part of the SMQC program, we must complete extra training hours annually. Group training sessions are held twice a year, with additional shorter sessions scheduled each month.

What activities do I expect my child to participate at Shu Academy?

Shu Academy is renowned for its curriculum and the learning environment provided at all campuses. Our award-winning and nationally recognized curriculum is dedicated to fostering creativity and holistic development. It is thoughtfully designed to nurture creativity while promoting balanced growth across key developmental areas: physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and creative.

In addition, we offer a Tinkering Creative Curriculum. Depending on your child’s age, they will participate in a variety of activities including gardening, baking, building projects, music, art and craft, guided reading, science, dancing, and yoga. We combine these engaging activities with field trips to create a comprehensive and enriching learning experience.

We keep enrolled families updated with a weekly summary detailing the activities and the areas we explore and learn about each week.

How do you communicate children’s development to the parents?

Open communication is very important and is well respected. We provide daily information regarding your child’s day through an app called Brightwheel. We will send out a weekly recap to all the parents updating the learning summary of the week, so parents can review and coordinate with the school. In addition, the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional progress of each child will be documented in the child’s record and conveyed to the parents during conferences, which will be held twice each year in the fall and in the spring. We also encourage parents to schedule conference at any time when you have questions or concerns.

Does Shu Academy welcome parent involvement? Can I stop by any time?

We believe parents are the most significant adults in a child’s life. We do everything possible to ensure parents’ involvement in our programs. When it’s safe to do so, parents of enrolled children may visit the center any time during the hours of operation. We also encourage parents to volunteer in our classroom activities, such as a “career presentation” or help in our field trips. However, volunteer hours are not required at our center.

What is your sanitization policy?

At Shu Academy, we follow CDC guidelines for schools to ensure our classrooms are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. Each of our campuses receives frequent deep cleaning services, and at the end of each day, our teachers sanitize all surfaces and toys to maintain a healthy environment for the children. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of cleanliness to promote the safety and well-being of our students and staff.

What is the parking situation?

Shu Academy does not have on-site parking. However, parking has never an issue if you follow our parking guidelines. Please follow the map to park, and drop off/pick up your children. We truly appreciate your cooperation and consideration!