 | Questions to Ask Your Childcare Provider Safety and Health ___ Is the site clean and does it smell good? ___ Does the caregiver know what to do if your child is sick or hurt? ___ Will your child be protected from drugs, alcohol and violence? ___ Are you comfortable with all visitors who might come to the facility where your child is being cared for? ___ Are there enough adults to supervise children? ___ Are all dangerous household materials/medicines locked up or out or reach? ___ Are children fed healthy foods, like fruits and vegetables? Comfort and Convenience ___ Does it feel good to be there? ___ Are parents welcome at site anytime? ___ Will needs of your child come before the needs of your caregiver? ___ Will care be available when you need it? Child Size ___ Is the facility set up in such a way to accommodate the age and size of your child? Flexibility, Movement and Choice ___ Does the caregiver encourage exploration? ___ Are there books, toys, and games that children can play with? ___ Are there enough choices that stand out so that infants can focus on them? ___ Is there a fence surrounding the outside play area? ___ Is this a fun learning place? ___ Will the caregiver read, sing, and talk to your child? Bonding and Attachment ___ Is the caregiver compatible with your child? ___ Is the same caregiver there every day? ___ Will your child be able to form a bond with the caregiver? Keeping these points in mind as you choose the care provider for your child, will help assure the best possible match. |
| Questions to Ask Your Childcare Provider Safety and Health ___ Is the site clean and does it smell good? ___ Does the caregiver know what to do if your child is sick or hurt? ___ Will your child be protected from drugs, alcohol and violence? ___ Are you comfortable with all visitors who might come to the facility where your child is being cared for? ___ Are there enough adults to supervise children? ___ Are all dangerous household materials/medicines locked up or out or reach? ___ Are children fed healthy foods, like fruits and vegetables? Comfort and Convenience ___ Does it feel good to be there? ___ Are parents welcome at site anytime? ___ Will needs of your child come before the needs of your caregiver? ___ Will care be available when you need it? Child Size ___ Is the facility set up in such a way to accommodate the age and size of your child? Flexibility, Movement and Choice ___ Does the caregiver encourage exploration? ___ Are there books, toys, and games that children can play with? ___ Are there enough choices that stand out so that infants can focus on them? ___ Is there a fence surrounding the outside play area? ___ Is this a fun learning place? ___ Will the caregiver read, sing, and talk to your child? Bonding and Attachment ___ Is the caregiver compatible with your child? ___ Is the same caregiver there every day? ___ Will your child be able to form a bond with the caregiver? Keeping these points in mind as you choose the care provider for your child, will help assure the best possible match. |