Choosing Quality Child Care
If you're considering child care for your family, you have a lot to decide.
- Do you want a child care center or family child care in a person's home?
- Do you want your child near your home or where you work?
- Do you want your child cared for in a small or large group?
Most of all, whichever setting you choose, you'll need to decide whether or not the provider has the quality environment you are looking for. Caring, nurturing and educational are some ways you may describe your ideal child care setting. They are some of the characteristics of quality child care. Keep these words in mind when you talk to providers.
It may seem overwhelming, but this information can help you figure out what is important for you and your child.
Figuring out what makes your child most comfortable may also make your choice easier. You may have additional questions when you speak to prospective providers.