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Family Resources & Financial Assistance

Early Bloom Academy participates in federal and state funding programs to assist eligible families with childcare costs.

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Family Financial Resources

Programs that help with the cost of care

Child Care Scholarship (CCS) Program

Maryland State assistance for qualifying working or student parents. Our office can point you to the application and help you gather what you need.

Federal Food Program (CACFP)

Nutritious, balanced meals and snacks provided at no additional cost to families, through the Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Share the Early Bloom difference 💛

We value our community recommendations. Refer a new family to Early Bloom Academy and receive a tuition credit bonus once the enrolled family completes 60 days of attendance. Contact the Center Director for full terms.

Supply and Clothing Requirements

What we ask families to provide

EBA is committed to providing a nurturing and engaging environment for all children. To ensure their comfort, safety and preparedness, we require the following.

Daily Essentials

Parents/guardians are responsible for providing an adequate supply of disposable diapers and wipes. A complete change of weather-appropriate, comfortable, washable clothing — suitable for active play and seasonal conditions (warm jacket, mittens, hat in winter) — must be provided daily. All clothing items, including the emergency change, must be clearly labeled with your child's name.
Emergency Preparedness

Each infant, toddler and preschool child is required to have a complete emergency change of clothing, clearly labeled, stored at the program. Please wash and return these items promptly when they are sent home.
Footwear and Rest

For daily safety, open-toed shoes and flip-flops are not permitted, except during designated water play activities. Children aged two and older (or younger, depending on developmental readiness) must provide a labeled toddler nap mat with an attached pillow or sleeping bag for rest periods, in compliance with Maryland childcare standards.
Supply Replenishment and Special Projects

We will notify you when your child's supply of diapers or wipes is nearing depletion. From time to time EBA may request specific materials for special projects; a detailed request form will be sent home outlining the necessary items.

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Forms and handbooks 📥

Admission & Enrollment Forms

Parent Provider Agreement Required

Must be fully executed with a wet signature before your child’s first day.

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Emergency Form OCC 1214 Required

Emergency contact information. Must be updated annually.

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All About My Child Form OCC 8506 Required

Helps us learn your child’s routines, comforts and preferences.

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Parents’ Handbook — Signed Receipt Required

The last page of the handbook, signed with a wet signature.

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Medical & Medication Forms

Health Inventory and Assessment OCC 1215 Required

Completed by a parent and your child’s health care provider.

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Immunization Certification Form MDH 896 Required

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Medication Administration Authorization Form OCC 1216

One form per medication.

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Health History Form OCC 1285 Required

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Allergy Action Plan

Must accompany OCC 1216.

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Asthma Action Plan and Medication Administration Authorization 1216A

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Allergy and Anaphylaxis Medication Administration Authorization 1216B

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Seizure / Convulsion / Epilepsy Disorder Medication Administration Authorization 1216C

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Special Health Condition Individualized Care Plan Checklist 1216D

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Topical Basic Care Product Application Approval 1216E

Required before any cream, powder, lip balm, lotion or sunscreen may be applied.

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Medication Error Incident Report 1216F

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Evidence of Blood-Lead Testing MDH 4620

If applicable.

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Homeschool & Umbrella Forms

Early Bloom Academy Umbrella Registration Form

Annual registration for families under Option B supervision.

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Educational Plan & Curriculum Outline

Covering Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Art, Music, Health and Physical Education.

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Handbooks & Policies

Parent / Guardian & Family Handbook

Operational policies, drop-off and pick-up protocols, health guidelines, tuition details and emergency procedures.

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