How to know if a childcare facility has a great program.

Are you searching for a successful childcare program but don’t know where to begin?

Worry not. You are not alone.

Many parents have no idea what constitutes a great childcare program. Although there are many childcare facilities in the Albany area, with wonderful caregivers and facilities, finding the right one for your child can prove elusive if you don’t know what is right for your child.   For starters, you have to know what you want. It is true that no daycare is going to be perfect, but if you know what you want in a daycare, it will be easy for you to find the perfect place for your loved one. Knowing your priorities will help you to cope with issues you can tolerate.

That said, here are some suggestions for you on what constitutes a great childcare program:

Established rules - Does the childcare center operate in a chaotic manner or is it an organized environment with clear rules and regulations?  Some of the basic rules and regulations you can expect to have in a decent childcare facility include rules regarding entry and exit of the facility, diet rules, medical emergencies procedures and sick child policies.

A great curriculum - Does the childcare facility have a schedule for events and physical activities? Top childcare centers have a daily plan for physical activities, homework, group activities, quiet time and free playtime. They also divide the activities into age groups so that children only take part in activities that are appropriate for.

Qualified staff - You might have excellent curriculum and rules, but without qualified staff, the childcare program might not be successful. Go for centers that hire only qualified staff that have enough experience with childcare. On the same note, make sure that the center is able to retain their talented staff so that children can benefit from consistent quality care.

Parent involvement - Does the programs involve parents in their decisions? It is very good to get parents involved. Be careful of facilities that require parents to make advance arrangement before they can be able to visit their child.  It means that there is something they may be trying to hide from the parents.

Healthy and safety measures - Every parent wants his or her child to be safe in childcare. Ask yourself whether the facility has employed any safety and health measures to protect the children.
 
If you have questions about great programs or how programs are implemented for your children, feel free to reach
out to TSL Adventures.