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Questions to ask Day Care - My master list..
We are visiting day cares soon and I have been working on a master list of questions based on past searches I did. Figured I would share b/c it may be helpful for others...
Day Care Questions
What hours and days is care offered?
What is the base charge? Is there an additional charge for overtime or late pickup?
Must you pay when the child is absent?
Schedule of Holidays – When are they closed? Any week long closures?
Are emergency numbers posted?
What is the first-aid protocol?
What are the rules regarding the handling of child illness?
How does the center handle giving medications?
Can you administer medication with a doctor’s note?
Is a form required to authorize medical services?
What type of backup care can be arranged in case of provider or child illness?
How many providers actively care for the babies? (One for every three infants is ideal, even if state requirements allow more infants per provider.)
What is the staff turnover rate?
How many shifts while the baby will be there?
Wipes, Diapers included?
What is the training of the center director and staff in early childhood development, first aid, infant CPR and choking?
Is the center bright, attractive, clean, safe, big enough?
Are the babies separated from the older children?
Does each baby have her own crib?
How long do the infants stay in their cribs?
Crib linens provided?
Are appropriate safety and prevention measures in place?
What is a typical day like?
Are many different types of learning experiences offered?
What types of discipline techniques do the providers use? (There should be no discipline used on infants.)
Policy on biting and notification?
Is there "life" in the center or home? Do the providers seem to enjoy their jobs?
Are staffers friendly and warm toward the children?
Are babies held when fed? How often are they held and rocked?
Are babies regularly played with, cuddled, taken outdoors?
What is the staff's approach to soothing a crying baby?
How frequent are diaper changes?
Is the provider willing to take notes on a baby's daily schedule and activities?
Will the center store breast milk and feed it to your baby?
Food? Provide formula or give breast milk?
Potty Training/Table training?
How do you clean the toys?
Do parents participate? How?
Are parents encouraged, and able, to visit any time during the day?
How well do the director and staff seem to communicate? Do your communication styles mesh?
How does your baby respond to the caregivers?
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MrsE323
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Questions to ask Day Care - My master list..
I just wanted to say thanks for sharing this list and the pediatrician list. I know they will be helpful in the near future so I bookmarked both already!
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| Posted 2/12/14 12:45 PM |
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Michi
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Re: Questions to ask Day Care - My master list..
Posted by MrsE323
I just wanted to say thanks for sharing this list and the pediatrician list. I know they will be helpful in the near future so I bookmarked both already!
So happy to help! =) I know it can be overwhelming and I feel like I gathered some pretty good stuff so why not share =)
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Pinkisles
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Re: Questions to ask Day Care - My master list..
Posted by MrsE323
I just wanted to say thanks for sharing this list and the pediatrician list. I know they will be helpful in the near future so I bookmarked both already!
I was just gonna message you to look at this thread. Glad you saw!
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| Posted 2/12/14 2:35 PM |
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MrsE323
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Re: Questions to ask Day Care - My master list..
Posted by Pinkisles
Posted by MrsE323
I just wanted to say thanks for sharing this list and the pediatrician list. I know they will be helpful in the near future so I bookmarked both already!
I was just gonna message you to look at this thread. Glad you saw!
Thanks for looking out 
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Michi
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Questions to ask Day Care - My master list..
bumping for Nic1229
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Nic1229
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Re: Questions to ask Day Care - My master list..
Posted by Michi
bumping for Nic1229
thank you !!!
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