Welcome to our Family Child Care Home in Mountain View! We offer a fun and enriching Russian-language after-school program for kids ages

4–8 who already understand and speak Russian.

 

Our goal is to immerse your child in the Russian environment — not just everyday

words about home and routines, but also exciting topics like geography, art, music,

and science. We do this through Russian reading and writing, arts, STEM, chess classes and plenty of hands-on activities.

 

But we are more than just an aftercare program — we are a community of parents and

families united by a shared passion for nurturing bilingual children. By joining Izba-Chitalnya Aftercare Program, families become part of a supportive network where

friendships grow, and cultural connections flourish. We encourage parents to

participate in our events, workshops, and gatherings throughout the year.

 

Daily Schedule

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We operate Monday–Friday, 2:45 PM–6:00 PM, with an optional early drop-off on

Wednesdays from 1.30 PM and Thursdays from 12:15 PM. 

 

Each day includes active outdoor play, two snack breaks, a lesson, and free play time.

 

2:45 - 4:15 PM – Drop-off at Del Medio Park, active games outdoors

4:20 - 4:40 PM – Return from walk + snack

4:40 - 5:30 PM – Learning & creative session: projects, lessons

5:30 - 6:00 PM – Clean-up time, interaction with teachers (games, crafts, reading) +

pick-up

 

Enrollment & Tuition

We have 8 spots available, and families choose a fixed weekly schedule (1 to 5 days

per week). Once the schedule and payment for the month are confirmed, your child’s

spot is guaranteed. Monthly tuition depends on how many days you choose:

 

5 days = $1050

4 days = $940

3 days = $760

2 days = $560

 

Early drop-off is available Wednesday and Thursday from 1:30 PM for $25/day. On Thursdays, early drop-off from 12:15 PM is also available for an additional $40. 

 

Tuition covers snacks and all activities. We serve only water, unflavored milk (0% or

1%), or a small amount (4–6 oz) of 100% juice per day, following health guidelines. If

your child has food allergies, please provide a medical note — we’ll take care to avoid

those foods.

 

 

Payments

Tuition is due by the 28th of each month. To keep your spot, please submit payment on

time. If tuition is late, we may need to offer the spot to another family. We accept the

following payment methods:

Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, or Apple Pay

A 2.9% processing fee applies to electronic card payments.

Zelle or Check (No Processing Fee)

Families may avoid the processing fee by paying via Zelle or check. 

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Attendance & Holidays

The first day of aftercare program 2026-27 – August 17, 2026. The last day before

summer break – June 3, 2027.

 

The aftercare program will be closed on the following dates:

• September 7 — Labor Day

• November 11 — Veterans Day

• November 23–27 — After Thanksgiving Holidays

• December 21–1 — Winter Break• January 18 — Martin Luther King Jr. Day

• February 15–19 — Winter Break (Washington & Lincoln Day)

• April 5–9 — Spring Break

• May 31 — Memorial Day

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Tuition payments are due regardless of program closures on holidays or breaks. No

tuition refunds or credits will be given for these days.

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Drop-off/Arrival

Parents or authorized adults sign children in at drop-off. Early drop-off on Wednesdays

and Thursdays (starting at 1:30 PM) is available to registered families and requires an

extra fee.

We cannot admit children who are sick (fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or other contagious

symptoms). Children must be fever-free for 24 hours without medication before

returning.

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Pick-up & Authorized Persons

Pick-up is between 5:30 PM and 6:00 PM. Parents or authorized adults must sign

children out.

Only adults listed on the enrollment form may pick up children. Please keep the

authorized pick-up list up to date.

If your child is picked up after 6:00 PM, a late fee of $15 per 15 minutes (or any part of)

will be charged.

 

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Behavior & Discipline

We use positive guidance to help children learn to show respect and develop self-

control. Kids are encouraged to use words, not hands, to solve problems. We don’t

allow hitting, bullying, or inappropriate language.

When a child breaks rules, we start with a gentle verbal reminder. If needed, they have

a short calm-down break before returning to the group.

If issues continue, we’ll contact you and may create a behavior plan together. We never

use punishment such as hitting or humiliation.

Children must follow staff directions. Repeated refusal to listen or follow instructions

may lead to consequences.

If a child shows three serious behavior issues, they receive a red card and areexcluded from the program for 3 days (for those attending 4–5 days per week) or for

1 week (for those attending 1–3 days per week).

 

Health & Safety

We follow all health and safety rules. Parents must provide current immunization

records or a state-approved exemption.

If a child becomes ill during the day, they will be separated, and you will be contacted

for pickup.

We clean and sanitize regularly and teach kids to wash their hands often.

Any medications (including emergency ones like EpiPens) need written instructions and

parental permission. We keep detailed records of medication given.

 

Emergency Evacuation

In case of fire or other emergency, children will be evacuated to the designated safe

site. We have identified Bullis Charter School (North Campus) as our emergency

shelter. Parents will be notified and must pick up their child from the evacuation location.