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Choosing the Best Child Care
At some point during your child’s first five years, you may place your child in a child care or preschool program. This will be a big decision—one you will want to make carefully. Next to family members, caregivers and teachers can do the most to help your child’s brain grow and develop during these most important early years. Studies show that there is a link between high quality child care and school readiness. Children not only enter kindergarten more prepared for school, but they seem to do well past kindergarten.
Take the time to ask around, find out what programs in your area are licensed. Plan to visit several places before deciding where to place your child. Spend some time watching the action. Look to see if children appear to be happy and content.
Health and Safety First
Your first concern will be whether your child will be safe and free from harm. If you have an infant or toddler, here are some things to look for.
• Group sizes of three or four with one caregiver, and no more than 10 toddlers with two caregivers
• Separate cribs for each child and a place for children’s belongings
• Soft, comfortable carpeting and furniture
• Covered electrical outlets and locked cabinets for any dangerous materials
• Separate diapering and food preparation areas that are clean and safe
• Sufficient number and variety of toys your child would enjoy
• Protected outdoor areas where children can play safely
For your preschooler, here are some signs of a good program.
• Group size of 18 to 20 with two teachers
• Classroom and outdoor areas that are free from conditions that might cause injuries
• Materials and equipment in good repair
• Clean cots or a mat for each child
• A well-organized room with lots of choices for children— books, blocks, art materials, puzzles and toys, dress-up area, sand and water table, and more
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