Unregistered 05:10 AM 02-04-2014
I typically wait an hour before texting parent to ask if so and so will be coming. How long do you wait?
Blackcat31 05:54 AM 02-04-2014
Parents have to notify me within 30 minutes of their expected arrival time if they are going to be late.
If they don't call, they are considered a "No-show" and marked absent for the day. After 3 "No-shows" termination may occur.
It is a matter of simple respect. NOT calling your provider is really a disrespectful and immature thing to do.
Either way, I RARELY text or call a parent about their absence. Not unless I really really think something is "off" and it's not normal behavior for the family to not show up or call.
Otherwise, I won't chase my clients and "remind" them of their ADULT obligations.