| Daycare Name:
|
Monthly Cost:
Infant________ Toddler________ School Age______
Hour of Operation:_______________________________________
|
| Staff and Policy: |
|
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| Is the facility licensed? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| What is the staff/child ratio? |
_____________ |
| Are parents able to drop in any time? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are staff trained in early childhood education? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Do staff attend training sessions throughout the year? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are staff CPR certified? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are others, besides staff, allowed on premises? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Does the facility have a USDA food program? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Is there a childcare policy handbook or packet you can
take with you? ( This should outline sick child policies/procedures, late
fees, etc.) |
Yes___ |
No___ |
|
Tour the Building: |
|
|
| Are the electrical outlets covered? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are electrical cords out of reach? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are the smoke detectors operational? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are there fire extinguishers in each room? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are fire escape plans posted? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are there safety gates up in appropriate places i.e., the
stairs, open doors? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are cleaning supplies and dangerous substances locked
away? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Is the outdoor play area fenced? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Is there soap and paper towels at the children's sink? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Is the outdoor play equipment free from rust and protruding
objects? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Is the outdoor play equipment sturdy? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are weapons kept on premises? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
|
Observe the child/worker interaction |
|
|
| Are there separate spaces for the infants and toddlers? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are the toys and materials age appropriate for each age
group? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Do the children seemed busy and engaged in their
activities? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are workers taking care of crying/upset children in a
caring and sensitive manner? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Are the workers handling conflict among the children in a
positive manner? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Do the workers seem patient and receptive to the needs of
children? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Do the workers wash their hands after changing diapers and
taking a toddler to the toilet? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
| Do the workers have the toddlers wash their hands after
using the toilet? |
Yes___ |
No___ |
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