How to give notice on daycare or school fees

What happens if you do nothing

• You may be committed for the next month/term.
• Fees may adjust for the next period.

How to cancel, step by step

1. Review the enrollment agreement for notice period
2. Give written notice to the administrator
3. Submit before the next billing or term deadline
4. Settle any outstanding fees or deposits
5. Request written confirmation of withdrawal

Checklist

• Confirm term dates and notice period.
• Ask how fees change next term.
• Get confirmation of any withdrawal date in writing.

Watch out for

• Notice periods can be strict and non-negotiable.
• Deposits may be forfeited depending on timing.

When to start

Start about 60 days before the renewal date⁠—earlier if there is a notice period, so you still have time to decide, compare and send your notice.

Documents to keep

• Enrollment agreement
• Fee schedule
• Withdrawal confirmation

An email you can copy

Replace the parts in brackets. Send it to the address in your contract or on the provider’s contact page, and keep the reply.

Hello,

I’m reviewing our enrollment for [provider name].

Please confirm:
- The notice period and deadline for withdrawal
- The effective end date if we withdraw
- Any remaining fees/deposit terms

Thank you,
[your name]

If you call

What to say, and what to ask for in writing:

• I’m reviewing the next term and need the notice period and withdrawal deadline.
• Can you confirm the effective end date and any remaining fees?
• Please email confirmation.