Our Programs
JBU strives to promote positive relationships between children and staff. We encourage each child to develop a sense of individual worth and belonging as part of a community. Further, we hope to foster warm, sensitive, and responsive relationships, where children feel secure and feel like the JBU facility is a home-away-from-home.
Quality 4 Star with the Alabama Quality STARS
We are a proud Quality 4 Star with the Alabama Quality STARS! Alabama’s Quality Rating and Improvement System is a partnership between the Alabama Department of Human Resources and the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education, awarding STAR levels to early childhood care and education programs that meet or exceed a set of specified program standards. By participating, we’re continually striving to strengthen our teacher-student interactions and implement empowering initiatives in our educational program. Learn more about Alabama Quality STARS.
BEFORE & AFTER
SCHOOL PROGRAM
Before & After school programs run Monday — Friday 5:45am until morning bus rides, then from school dismissal until 5:45pm. School-age children in K-5th grade.
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Payment
Weekly fees of $72 are due by Friday the week prior to care. If the payment is not received by 4:30pm each Monday, a $5 late charge will be assessed for each day fees are not paid per family. Monthly payments are due NLT COB of the second business day of the month. Note: If Monday is a holiday, payment is due by 4:30pm on Tuesday that week.​
Preschool $145 | 3 years old $175 | Birth - 2 years old $190
Family Guidance
We are partnered with the Alabama Family Guidance Center. Financial assistance is available to help parents pay for child care. The funds, which are a combination of federal and state funds, are locally administered through Family Guidance Center and other Child Care Management Programs. Each family chooses the type of child care arrangement they feel is best for their child. We can assist with completing a subsidy application form along with the required documents on the checklist.
WINTER/SPRING 
BREAK PROGRAM
JBU's Winter and Spring Break programs coincide with the Montgomery School District's schedule. During Winter and Spring break, care is provided for a full day.
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Payment
Weekly fees of $145 are due by Friday the week prior to care for the School Winter/Spring Break. If the payment is not received by 4:30pm on the Monday of the Break, a $5 late charge will be assessed for each day fees are not paid per family. If pay isn’t received by Tuesday morning that week, the child(ren) will not be permitted.
SUMMER BREAK PROGRAM
Full-time care over summer break. Our Summer Break Program includes opportunities for youth to participate in sports clinics, martial arts, fine arts and other activities. Field trips may possibly also be offered over the summer.
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Payment
Weekly fees of $125 are due by Friday the week prior to care. If the payment is not received by 4:30pm each Monday, a $5 late charge will be assessed for each day fees are not paid per family. Monthly payments are due NLT COB of the second business day of the month. Note: If Monday is a holiday, payment is due by 4:30pm on Tuesday that week.
Family Guidance
We are partnered with the Alabama Family Guidance Center. Financial assistance is available to help parents pay for child care. The funds, which are a combination of federal and state funds, are locally administered through Family Guidance Center and other Child Care Management Programs. Each family chooses the type of child care arrangement they feel is best for their child. We can assist with completing a subsidy application form along with the required documents on the checklist.
FULL DAY/VIRTUAL LEARNING CARE
JBU will be a "home away from home" assisting your child participate* in online school, Monday - Friday, 6:45am - 5:45pm. We offer a less-risky solution to care beyond the classroom, in the COVID-age of education. We provide a safe, clean, and supervised learning environment for your child to conduct their online learning.
We'll provide a work station and WiFi, while assisting with pacing and ensuring your child is on-task and on-track of their daily Online School Schedule. Additionally, we'll ensure your child performs the weekly Physical Education requirements.
Payment and more info
Payment
Weekly fees of $115 are due by Friday the week prior to care. If the payment is not received by 4:30pm each Monday, a $5 late charge will be assessed for each day fees are not paid per family. Monthly payments are due NLT COB of the second business day of the month. Note: If Monday is a holiday, payment is due by 4:30pm on Tuesday that week.
Please Note
JBU does not take responsibility for the performance or pace of your child's virtual/online learning assignments or grades. Additionally, JBU is not a tutoring or teaching facility, but we will provide a safe, clean, and effective learning environment for your child's online learning pursuits.
HOLIDAY CARE PROGRAM
JBU's Holiday Care programs coincide with the Montgomery School District's schedule. During each Federally-recognized national Holiday and Teacher workday, care is provided for a full day, on a space available situation.
Please inquire at JBU how your family can utilize these services.
5-DAY PASS PROGRAM
Don't need after-school care everyday? JBU has an awesome program to suit your needs. Parents/Guardians have the option for 5-Day prepaid drop-in passes.
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Payment
Part-Time fees of $175 are available for purchase in 5-day increments. Once all 5 days are used, a new pass must be purchased.
​JBU's goal for what you as a parent/guardian should receive from us:​​​​
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Children and adults feel welcomed when they visit the program.
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JBU Staff help new children adjust and make friends.
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JBU staff engage positively with the children and encourage and facilitate homework and play
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Children are encouraged to play and get along
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JBU Staff carefully supervises all children
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Children are provided the time for school and play activities, while JBU facilities spaces for these opportunities
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JBU Staff have training in pediatric first aid
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JBU maintains a clean and safe environment, and ensures regular hand-washing and sanitizing routines throughout the facility
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JBU maintains a clean and safe environment, and ensures regular hand-washing and sanitizing routines throughout the facility
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Snacks and meals are nutritious, and food is prepared and stored safely
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Program information is readily available, and easy to understand
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JBU will only hire staff that are actively engaged with your children, while holding the educational qualifications, knowledge, and professional commitment necessary to promote your child's feelings of JBU being a home-away-from-home
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JBU will seek to forge relationships with community programs to have extra-curricular activities to meet the needs and interests of children and families