Do you need a new child care provider? Are you contemplating different types of providers? This checklist is a helpful list of minimum standards for any child-care provider, whether Family Child Care or any other type.
Monday Morning Moms® providers definitely meet these minimum standards and offer more.
They work with you and your family to make sure your child learns and grows socially and emotionally.
They have homes that keep your child safe, secure and happy in an atmosphere that allows your child to grow mentally and physically.
The providers we work with give warm, loving care and guidance to your child.
Print out this checklist and take it with you when you interview possible providers for your child.
Health
Provider has
a Good Health note from a licensed physician.
Provider has
had a negative Mantoux test (TB).
There is a 'sick child' policy.
There is a consent form for emergency medical care.
There are written permission slips for administering
medicine.
Home Safety
Cabinets containing hazardous materials are
locked.
Safety Plugs cover unused electrical outlets.
Provider has a working Fire Extinguisher in the kitchen
Provider has Smoke Detectors on every level
of her home.
Provider has posted emergency telephone numbers
near her phone.
Provider has FIRST AID supplies readily
available.
Provider's pets comply with all local health codes
Provider has a working flashlight
Home
Home is clean and uncluttered.
Environment
More than adequate indoor play space.
More than adequate outdoor play space.
There are age appropriate toys in the home.
There is a curriculum with age appropriate
activities.
Adequate nap area.
Professionalism
Provider is a member of a Professional network.
Provider has signed a criminal disclosure statement.
Provider has good language skills.
Provider participates in on-going Training sessions.
Backup care is Guaranteed by the network.
Provider has an Emergency Substitute care-giver.
Provider has Written references.
Policies
Provider has an open door policy.
There are written permission slips for car
travel.
Provider is covered with liability insurance
Care
Provider holds babies while bottle feeding.
Provider serves nutritious table food.
Provider uses appropriate means of limit
setting.
Provider is willing to provide daily information
on the child.
Do you need a new child care provider? Are you contemplating different types of providers? This checklist is a helpful list of minimum standards for any child-care provider, whether Family Child Care or any other type.