Choosing the right day care center can be a daunting task. You want to make sure your child is well cared for and that the center and staff will be attentive to your child’s needs. There are a number of things you can look for during a visit. Be sure to keep a notebook with you to jot down observations and responses to questions.
This list provides some basic questions. Add questions based on your specific situation to the list.
Once you have visited a few day care centers, you will be able to compare the answers to these questions. This should help you to narrow down your choices to a few centers. You can then follow up with an unannounced visit to see how the staff reacts to parents popping in during the day.
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