Tuition

Registration Fee (per family)

Early Bird Registration Fee: $50

- Applies to registrations submitted on or before May 27, 2025.
Standard Registration Fee: $100
- Applies to registrations submitted on or after May 28, 2025.
Tuition Deposit: A separate tuition deposit of 2 weeks is also required. This deposit is applied toward the last two weeks of care.

Important:

The registration fee is non-refundable.
You are required to pay the registration fee upon submitting your registration.

Parent Payment Portal

Tuition Overview

Tuition is based on your child's contracted schedule, not actual attendance. As long as your child is officially enrolled, you are responsible for payment. We do not offer tuition credits for absences due to illness, vacation, or weather. Non-payment may result in the suspension or termination of services.

Payment Rules

A payment method must always be on file.
A 3% processing fee will be added to all credit card payments. This fee cannot be waived.
If you pay by check or online, payment must be made before the due date; otherwise, the backup payment method on file will be charged automatically.
Payments will be processed using your backup method according to the withdrawal schedule provided.
Late or declined payments will incur additional fees.

Drop-in Policy

Drop-in Care

We understand that emergencies and unexpected needs can arise at any time. For your convenience, we offer occasional drop-in care for families who need it.

To use our drop-in service, please note the following:

Your child must be fully registered with all required forms on file.
Please notify the Global Children's Center at least 24 hours in advance to ensure we have availability and proper staffing.
Payment is due on the same day as the care is provided.

(per day)

Tuition Rates

Full-Time Benefits:

(Full-Time Care: Registered for both 5 Days AM Care and 5 Days PM Care)

If you are not registered for FULL-TIME CARE, you will be subjected to the drop-in policy.

Payment Methods

How to Pay Your Tuition

A completed Tuition Payment Form is required for all families, regardless of the payment method chosen.

We offer a variety of payment methods for your convenience:

Online Portal (Main Method): Our fastest and most secure payment method is through the online portal, using your Procare login.
Checks & Money Orders: You can mail checks or money orders (made out to "Global Children's Center" or "GCC") to our central office: Global Children's Center, 12417 Deoudes Rd, Boyds, MD 20841-9022. Please do not bring payments to our school locations.
By Phone: Call our main office at (301) 972-5982 to pay over the phone with our tuition team.
Automatic Withdrawal: We can automatically deduct tuition from your preferred payment method. You can set this up on the required Tuition Payment Form.

Payment Schedule

Payments will be processed using the backup payment method we have on file, following the schedule below.

Please note: Some payment periods are based on 5 weeks instead of 4.

2025-2026 Payment Schedule:

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Schedule Changes

To change your child's schedule:

Provide a two-week written notice to both the tuition department and your Global Director.
Fill out the schedule change form using the button below.
The main office must approve all changes before they can take effect.

Schedule Change Form

***Policy on Schedule Changes and High Balances: You cannot make schedule changes to add more days of childcare if you have an outstanding balance on your account.

Procedure to Withdraw

To withdraw your child from the program:

Provide a two-week written notice by sending a withdrawal email or filling out the form below. We do not accept word-of-mouth notices.
Your tuition deposit is non-refundable and will be used to cover the final two weeks of care.
If you do not provide two weeks' notice, you are financially responsible for tuition until notice is given.
Remember, this is a contract-based program. You are responsible for your contracted schedule, regardless of attendance

Withdraw Request Form

Discounts

Discounts and Financial Assistance

We are proud to support our families with the following discounts:

5% Sibling Discount: For families with more than one child enrolled.
10% Service Discount: For MCPS employees, active duty military, and first responders with valid proof of service.

We also believe every child deserves quality care. If you need financial assistance, we can help you apply for state or county childcare vouchers.

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