As a parent, you are always looking out for your child, whether it be for their safety, their nutrition, or even looking for new experiences for them to grow and learn. The same idea applies when you begin your search for a daycare center or preschool. You want to be sure that you choose the best possible place for your child, where they can receive as many enriching opportunities as possible in an environment that is safe and secure. In today’s post, we will give you a few things to consider as you begin your search for the perfect early childhood education center.
At Valley Child Care and Learning Centers, we are proud to provide expert child care services to parents and children throughout Phoenix and the surrounding areas. At our early childhood education center, we offer a variety of programs to meet your needs, from infant care to preschool. When you enroll your child in one of our programs, you can rest assured knowing that they are in good hands, as we make child safety and nutrition, along with growth and development, our top priorities. Browse our website to learn more about our programs, and contact one of Valley Child Care and Learning Centers’ 10 convenient locations today!
Monitor Interactions
One of the first things you want to look for when you visit a new child care center is how the workers interact with the children. Take a look around to see how the teachers are interacting with the other children. Are they on the floor playing with the other kids? How many teachers are in the room? Are the teachers warm and responsive? These are questions that you should ask yourself when you first tour a potential daycare or preschool. You will also want to take notice of how the teacher greets your child when you first arrive and whether they speak directly to you or interact with your little one as well.
Ask About Communication
Up until the first day you drop your child off at daycare or preschool, you have been your kiddo’s sole caregiver. You knew everything that they did, everything that they ate, and how they spent their time. When you drop your little one off at daycare, you won’t know what they are doing until you come to pick them up at the end of the day. For this reason, communication is key. You want to find a daycare center or preschool that will communicate with you on a regular basis about your child’s wellbeing. Ask whether or not the school sends out weekly newsletters, or ask if you will be able to speak with the teacher at the end of the day. If you find a place that is very closed off about communication, then it may be best to look elsewhere.
Trust Your Gut
It may seem strange to rely on a gut feeling as the deciding factor, but your gut is never wrong. You want to feel comfortable leaving your child at daycare or preschool, and your gut feeling will help you decide if a place is the right fit. Research, accreditations, and recommendations say a lot about the overall practices of the facility, but your own intuitions will tell you if the actual daycare or preschool is right for your child.
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At Valley Child Care and Learning Centers, we strive to help your child learn and grow in a safe and encouraging environment. Our knowledgeable and caring teachers and staff will work with you and your child to accommodate all your needs and help you feel comfortable leaving your child in our care. Whether you are looking for infant care, toddler care, or preschool courses, you can rest assured that your little one is in good hands. To learn more about our programs or child safety and nutrition policies, contact or visit one of our 10 locations today!
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