What to Look for in a Baby Day Care Center

What to Look for in a Baby Day Care Center
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Just because a friend or relative recommends a daycare provider doesn't necessarily mean that this center will be the perfect match for you and your child. To really get an idea of what the facility is like, you will have to make a visit. The first visit should probably be an impromptu one, in other words a surprise visit. Keep it short and sweet, and if you think you might like what you see, set up an appointment for a more in-depth visit later. There are several questions you should ask and things you should look for, however.

How clean are the facilities? First of all, your local health department should have given the facility a numbered rating. Ask to see that sheet, and pay attention to the types of violations, if any, that have been marked on it.

What type of schedule do they follow? Children thrive on routines, so it is important that a daycare facility incorporate routines into their daily activities.

How willing does the staff appear to listen to parents' wants and needs for their children? Does the staff let parents' wants and concerns go in one ear and out the other, or are they willing to listen to suggestions for specific children and the center as a whole.

What types of activities do children participate in? Are there plenty of educational toys, books, playground equipment, etc. for children to use, and are they in good condition.

Finally and maybe most importantly, how does the staff interact with the children? Do you see evidence of teachers and staff who are happy to be working and taking care of the children? Is there plenty of laughter? Do the children seem happy and well-adjusted as a whole? Do you notice a quick response time for those children who are crying, hungry, or upset in any way?

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