How to find the best quality child care
How to find the Best Quality Child Care Toolkit for Parents
Finding child care is one of the more daunting and time consuming tasks a parent faces. At CareforKids.com.au our sole mission is to assist families with finding the right care for their children.
Whether you choose a nanny, au pair, in-home, family day care, long day care centre, a preschool, or nanny share arrangement it is all about your child receiving quality, professional child care suited to you and your child's needs.
You want to ensure that your child is safe and happy in a child care environment that is fun, educational, and nurturing.
Here are some useful tips in helping you find a child care service that is right for you and your child.
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Determining the type of care your child needs When determining the type of care your child needs, consider their temperament, likes and dislikes, health, interests and behavior, developmental play and learning styles, interaction with other children, and need for individualised attention should be considered. |
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Finding and choosing quality child care Once you are aware of the types of child care available consider cost, location, security, quality and reputation of the service. |
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Checklists Use our handy checklists to investigate and evaluate the child care services on offer: |
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Establishing good relationships with the child care provider Take steps to establish good relationships with the child care provider. |
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Helping your child adjust to child care Just as you need to feel confident in your child care arrangement your child needs to know there is at least one person who is looking out for their best interests. |
This child care article was last reviewed or updated on Sunday, 30 August 2020
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