Preschool Business at Home

Many successful preschools are run in private homes. Opening and managing a home-based preschool is hard work but can be a very rewarding work at home job, especially for moms with small children of their own at home.

State Regulations

In most states, home preschools do not have to be licensed through the state childcare office if they keep each group of kids for no longer than 3-4 hours a day, but they are required to have a business license.

Preschool Insurance

A third-party insurance policy is recommended to protect against any injury a child had while in care.

Important Forms

Before opening a home based preschool, it is important to create a solid business plan. You will need a parent contract, preschool rules and regulations, parent contact forms, and several preschool lesson plans.

Advertising a Home Based Preschool

Home based preschools can be advertised by contacting local schools, posting flyers in local businesses, and talking with parents of preschoolers to let them know that you plan to open a preschool.

Creating a Routine

Creating a well scheduled routine will help each preschool day to go smoothly. Remember to plan in time for bathroom breaks, snacks, and transitioning between activities. Consider a preschoolers attention span when scheduling activities.