Don't be shy about checking references. Selecting a caregiver for your child is one of the most important things you will ever do. Ask each caregiver for at leaset two parent references and their phone numbers. Most parents are happy to share information with other parents and can be a wonderful resource. If the child care center is full, put your name on a waiting list. Even if you must use another program temporarily, you will have this option if it doesn't work out.
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| Did you feel comfortable with the person who will take care of your child? |
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| Did you feel that your needs were understood and respected? |
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| Did you feel that the teachers listened to you and answered your questions effectively? |
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| Did you feel that the teachers would partner with you in developing your child's potential? |
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Did the center staff and teachers convey warmth and a sincere interest in you and your child?
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| Is there individual cribs for each infant? |
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| Are toys sanitized daily? |
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Are the care, meals, and nap times personalized for your infant's needs?
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Are play and daily routines used as opportunities for nurturing and learning?
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| Are the toys safe for each infant? |
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| Do the toys and materials offer interesting and challenging activities? |
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| Is there a custom infant crib with wheels to safety remove your infant in case of emergency? |
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Providing daily records on your infant diaper changing (time) , feeding, food intake, etc...
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The provider certified by Department of Public Welfare and is the certification notice posted?
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| Does the provider participate in STARS? |
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| Are there appropriate toys and materials for children of all age groups? |
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Does staffing allow for each child to receive individual attention?
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| Does staff sit and read to the children? |
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| Does staff seem patient and receptive to children’s needs? |
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| Is staff respectful of children and the parents? |
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Does staff encourage children’s sharing, manners, and other good behaviors?
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Does staff appear lively, smiling, and interacting in a positive manner with the children?
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| Does staff involve children in daily learning activities? |
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| Does the facility appear orderly and clean? |
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Is there an emergency plan and is it posted?
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Is there a policy for sick children and other circumstances?
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Are the children involved in activities that promote learning?
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| Is there a policy on discipline? |
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| Is this a place my child would enjoy? |
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Would my child be safe here?
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| Would I/we feel comfortable using this program? |
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| Would my child learn new things every day at this program? |
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Outdoor space, safely enclosed and easily supervised, where children can run and play.
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| A fire alarm system, enough smoke detectors and fire extinguishers. |
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| A safety plan so the children can be removed from the center quickly |
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A clean safe place is set up for changing diapers
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| The play materials help develop motor skills and the sense of touch, sight and hearing: |
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Manipulative toys
- Soft toys
- Building blocks
- Art materials
- Musical toys
- Picture books
- Riding toys
- Climbing equipment |
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Patience
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| Are the staff respectful of children and parents, when they come in to the childcare center. |
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| Please describe a typical day, look for a schedule of activities for each day. |
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How much TV are they watching, each day.
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| How do you handle toilet training, plus share the steps involved with toilet training. |
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| What types of foods do you serve for meals and snacks? Are you on the USDA Program |
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