Originally Posted by trix23:
Would you change your stance if you were a new provider needing income? Lol.
No. With an exception. (snowmom's suggestion from above BUT I would need to be desperate to fill)
I agree with BC's reasons.
One of the things I've learned is that there are always parents who are looking for the 'deal'. Those are not good clients. Trust me.
I get a lot of requests for this, as well. Typically from families whose income is more than triple mine. So, yeah, that's a no. I'm saving the spot for them, whether they attend or not. My business goal is to be full and I'd never be able to find someone to fill the gaps.
It is much easier to start off the way you wish to continue. I always state that full time tuition is due regardless of attendance. I may soften it a bit, depending, and offer that while I understand that this may not work for all families, it is what I've found works best for my business.
Or.... I just say for the schedule of one week FT and one week PT, as stated, the rate is xxxx. And quote them my full time rate. Then there isn't any quibbling.