Beyond the usual discussions about a potential child
care provider's experience, education, child/teacher ratios, rates,
etc., there are questions you can ask to gauge the personality or
temperament of a particular nanny, teacher, sitter or facility.
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Use the questions below as a starting point as you
decide what issues are important to make child care work for your
family.
How frequently will I receive updates on my child's progress?
Can I drop in any time? If not, when is visiting allowed?
What steps would you take if my child were injured?
How would you mediate a dispute between two toddlers or preschoolers?
Do you believe that spanking is appropriate under certain circumstances?
How would you react if my child refused to eat a snack or meal
that you prepared?
How do you handle separation anxiety?
What steps do you take to secure your home or facility?
At what point do you expect a toddler/preschooler to be potty
trained? How do you facilitate the potty training process?
What is the schedule like at your facility for a child of my
child's age? Or, for an at-home provider, what activities will
you plan to keep my child stimulated?
What is your policy regarding illness?
What is your late fee policy?
How do you encourage physical activity when the weather is bad?
How much time do the children spend watching videos or television?
What types of videos and TV do you allow? Ask for some examples.
