Some Questions You May Wish To Ask Your Prospective Caregiver

1.How long have you been caring for children? What is your child care experience?

2.Do you have at least two references?

3.What kinds of things do you enjoy doing with the children?

4.What are your views on discipline (child guidance)?

5.How much television is viewed by the children?

6.What types of field trips do you take the children on?

7.Do you require any parent participation on these trips?

8.What happens if my child becomes ill or has an accident?

9.How sick does a child have to be before they cannot attend? 10.How and when do you inform parents of other children's illness? 11.What happens if you get sick?

12.Are you trained in First Aid? CPR?

13.What hours are you open?

14.Do you have a specific daily schedule

15.Are there any times when you will not be able to care for my child? 16.How much do you charge? Are there any extra expenses?

17.When are fees due?

18.What is included in the weekly fee?

19.What's the policy re: fees for children away on Family holidays? 20.What is your policy regarding holidays?

21.What are your overtime policies?

22.How long do you intend to continue providing care?

23.What do you feed the children?

24.Are other adults are present in the house during the day care day?