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What are the most important factors to look for? What are some questions to ask a daycare provider? What kind of childcare provider would best suit my child? How do you pick the best child care? How do you go about finding care providers who are genuinely warm, enthusiastic and interested in children?
For instance, did you know that the most important predictor of high quality care is the level of the care provider's education? It's a fact. Children cared for by adults who have formal training in early childhood development perform better in language competency, verbal fluency, and memory and intelligence test scores. Did you know that children in smaller groups of 12 to 14, as well as in groups that have a greater number of care providers per child, feel more connected with their care providers and receive greater one-on-one attention?
In this informative video, we'll cover important health and safety issues, and explain why you should be looking for a "child directed program," which encourages children to exercise their imagination, curiosity and natural sense of exploration. We'll talk about how to gauge a day care's facilities, how to interview care providers, the importance of unannounced visits, health and pickup policies and much more.
We've also included a special section on avoiding child abuse. Of course, no precautions can guarantee safety, but we believe there are steps you can take in choosing a day care, in talking with your child and in observing his or her progress that can greatly reduce the chances of physical, emotional or sexual abuse.
In a fast-paced world of meetings, appointments and activities, this is one decision that you simply can't afford to rush through. By becoming an informed parent and making the effort, you will find a high-quality daycare arrangement that you can feel very confident and comfortable about.
Choosing the Very Best Day Care: the perfect childcare info resource for any parent who is looking for the highest quality daycare. |
