An employer sponsored child care center serves only children of employees, would this prohibit them from contracting to provide WV Pre-k services in their center?
Response 16: Policy 2525 does not have any language that would prohibit an employer sponsored child care center from participating in the WV Pre-k program. Section 126-28-13 states; socioeconomic level, ability, and/or funding streams should not be viewed as deterrents to providing fully inclusive programs. Thus any program who demonstrates a willingness to meet or exceed standards, exhibits good faith effort in collaboration, and complies with all mandates of the law and policy should be considered as a potential partner.
Related Questions
- What child care center employees are eligible for participation? Can program directors who do not directly work with children qualify for a stipend?
- Can employees "volunteer" to work off-the-clock performing services in the employers employee-assistance center?
- Are there any tax benefits for employer sponsored child care programs?
