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Step 1
building blocksWhen choosing a daycare center you want to consider how long the center has been operating. There are pros and cons to a newly operating daycare, so weigh your options and know exactly what you are looking for in a daycare center.
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Step 2
playMost importantly you want to verify whether the daycare center is registered and licensed with the state and Department of Daycare. You want to verify whether it has a daycare director that is present daily, and the daycare center must have adequate insurance for child injuries.
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Step 3
daycareContact the Daycare Center to schedule a tour and visit the daycare center.
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Step 4
babyDuring your tour you must evaluate the daycare cent for various things. The location of the daycare center is important, you want to look to see what other businesses or homes are in the area, etc. Other business and homes should be a factor for the safety of your child.
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Step 5
learnAdditional things to considers is how well the building is cleaned and maintained. Sickness is common amongst children, and it is best to know who the center keeps sickness to a minimum. Request the daycare center to provide their sick children's policy.
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Step 6
playgroundthere are various things to consider, such as, the centers turn over rate-how long has the teachers, and aids been at the daycare center. The teacher per child ratio, and what is the daycare centers maximum group size. How many staff members have first aide and CPR training. It may be important to know when are fees/tuition is due, and even is parents are free to visit the daycare center.
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Step 7
The more questions you ask can assist you in choosing the right daycare center for you. You will feel comfortable leaving your child and know that they are in good hands.
