Frequently Asked Questions About Our Waiting List

We understand that being on a waiting list can be frustrating. We have compiled answers to questions parents frequently ask with the hope that this information will be helpful to you. If you have a question that isn't answered here, please email us through our Contact Us page and we will get back to you in a timely manner. We thank you for your inquiry to Bethlehem Children's Center!

How is it possible someone who applied after I did was offered a space before me?

It is possible for someone who applied after you did to be offered a spot before you if we find it necessary to meet scheduling criteria, to achieve a balance between boys and girls, older and younger children, or to maintain diversity in our classrooms.

Who is given priority registration?

When an opening becomes available all families on the waiting list will be notified according to date of application, with priority given to BCC/BLC staff and administration, siblings of children already enrolled, BLC members and families whose requested schedule most closely fits the available opening. We reserve the right to hold an appropriate number of full time spots. A full time opening will be offered to the first family requesting a full time schedule.

I returned my waiting list application. When will I hear from you about where I am on the list?

It's simply not feasible for us to contact each of the waiting families to tell them where they are on the continually changing list. Families are welcome to email us about our waiting list at any time. However, it is very difficult to predict when an opening will occur. Families are contacted promptly as soon as we are aware of an opening for their child.