my daughter is 2 1/2 and we are considering switching her providers after being at the same center since she was 6 months old.
2006-10-17 05:44:57 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
i would ask for some parents' names and numbers and talk to them or even their kids. then i'd adress any concerns with the center.
2006-10-17 05:53:34 · answer #1 · answered by kajunprincezz 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go through your phone book and make a list of centers in your area unless you already have one pick out. If you have any Montessori programs in your area, check them out. Call the schools and ask any question you may have (hours, sick policy, snacks, are they licensed, teacher's education, are they CPR certified, do they have a substitute if a teacher is sick). Also ask how long the teachers have been there. Good schools keep their teachers. Then go and observe the programs that interest you. Do this without your daughter so you can really get a feel for it. Be a fly on the wall and watch how the teacher interacts with the children and how the children behave. Does the teacher like the children? Are the children happy? How does she discipline? Do the children and teacher respect each other and the environment? Is the school clean? Once you do this you are sure to find a program that "fits." Go with you gut! Good luck!
2006-10-17 08:16:35 · answer #2 · answered by marnonyahoo 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ask to see the state licenses and certifications of both the establishment and care givers. Also a list of currents parents with phone numbers, so you can contact them and personally ask for a reference. Is any body in the center first aide trained, emergency plans for different scenarios, what is the near hospital or facility in case of an emergency. What policies, rules or guidelines do they follow and required parents to follow as well.
2006-10-17 05:59:59 · answer #3 · answered by wanna_help_u 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
How long been in business,is everyone Licensed day care worker.Is everyone licensed in CPR.Did you run back ground check on all your employees.How long has the person looking after my child's age group been with you.Do you randomly supervise your employees.
May I pop in at any time to check on my child?Do you have in place a routine in case of emergency?Such as fire, intruder, tornado? Also ask to meet the person who will be looking after your child.go with your gut on that.Watch for any big changes in your child's behavior, bruises,.Good luck!
2006-10-17 06:01:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
why are you switching, ask questions your are concerned about
considering why you are taking your child out,what kind of punishment do you give a 2year old,is it OK to drop in,activities doing the day how many children do you care for,do you provide meals ,if so ask to see a sample of menu ,policy on sick children and vacations. if she is doing good where she is ,she is familiar with her surroundings if you can let her stay
2006-10-17 05:59:28 · answer #5 · answered by elizabeth_davis28 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
As a daycare teacher, I sugguest:
What are their goals and objectives to your child's learning development?
How do they handle dicipline?
How do they adapt children with special needs?
Is the staff College/University trained and certified in CPR/First Aid?
Is the environment "welcoming" to your child and child's family?
Do they keep legal appropriate injury log?
Do they keep legal appropriate health log (private, staff use only)?
Policy on the child being sick? Define what is sick and is this posted in parent view at the log in and out parent book?
Is state health code vaccinations posted and is the daycare licensed ID number, phone number, address, emergancy numbers posted?
What are there regulations on keeping your child safe? (ex: Asking ID when signing out a child, alarm systems on multi doors, toxic products properly stored secured, child:staff ratio met).
Status on parent participation?
When in search for another daycare, I recommend doing two visits. One visit announced (meeting set up to ask questions and walk through) and the second visit unannounced so you can see with out having preparing staff of your visit to know what goes on at that point. Which all centers should have that option open. If they become upset by your drop in visitation, then I strongly recommend to not have your child present. Especially if you come in and no one ID's you nor shows no interest who you are or why you are present. Assuming you are a parent picking up a child is not good, especially if someone doesn't ask for ID ask you can walk out with any child claiming you know him/her.
What is their nuitrition meals? Cost of meals if not provided by parent? Cost of diapers if you do not provide them or cost of potty training stage (in diapers/pull ups).
Nap times, how long and what methods-situations used when refuse to sleep?
Available to have daily schedule by monthly mailed or picked up?
Bedding provided or from home? Home wash or center washed?
2006-10-17 17:01:08 · answer #6 · answered by Mutchkin 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Ask questions like..
Meals and what they consist of,
Nap times and how long
play times
learning activities
rules of disipline
what qualifications do the workers have...
How long has day care been established...
How do they base their decision on child selection for the center.
2006-10-17 05:55:26 · answer #7 · answered by Great Nurse 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
i'd ask them how many children they have on average per day and how many providers their are for that age group. you want to know the ratio of children/providers, also ask them what kinds of foods they provide if they do. and what kind of activities the child will be doing. Ask them what they require you to provide(change of clothes, diapers, training pants) etc depending on what stage your child is at. really anything that may be of concern to you. but these are things that i would ask.
2006-10-17 06:00:12 · answer #8 · answered by my101201cutiepie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ask for references, give her situations such as: If my daughter started crying and wouldn't stop what would you do? Ask her about activites, it's nice to have a day care provider that teaches your child something instead of just feeding them, letting them watch tv and putting them down for a nap. Ask her/him is they are CPR certified. Interrogate them if you have to, they will be looking after your pride and joy. I was fortunate enough to have my childrens God mother watch my children for me. She fed them healthy foods, and even taught them how to read. You want someone who's going to care for your children as if they were their own, not just for the pay check.
2006-10-17 05:56:07 · answer #9 · answered by ladystarrchild107 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The very first question I would ask is "Do you allow parents to drop in at ANY time?" If they say no or they want you to call first, head for the door.
2006-10-17 18:58:19 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋