A daycare center in Gilbert is one of the most important steps you can take in your child’s education. With that in mind, choose wisely.
Early Childhood Development | (480) 267-9427How Important is Picking the Right Daycare
As we covered previously, you’ll need to visit a number of daycare centers in Gilbert and near there, so that you can compare what is available in your area. When you enter a daycare, make sure to pay attention to how the caregivers interact with the children that are there.
You want to make sure that the Gilbert daycare center is a good match both for your values and your beliefs. See if your philosophies are shared with the staff. What about discipline? Do they scold the babies/children or do they use something like time-outs? What about television? Do they have it on all the time or do they turn it on once in a while? Find out if they have sleeping times and if so, when are naps offered.
Do they offer drinks or snacks at the daycare? If so, what kind and how often? Find out if they have a sick-child policy and what symptoms could prevent a child from going to daycare. Also ask about whether they have a backup plan for caregivers that may become sick and can’t work. It’s a good idea to make a list of the questions you want to ask and bring the list with you. That way you can check off each item as you go. It is better for you to know as much as you can now so you won’t be surprised later.
Drop In Unexpectedly at the Daycare You’re Thinking About
Although you can use referrals from trusted sources, you really need to check the place out for yourself. See if the place is clean, neat, childproof and stocked with toys and books for the age range they are catering to. Chances are the play environment will be shared by babies of different ages, so younger babies should have an area designated for them. Older babies/toddlers will be playing with toys that may be too small for younger babies and create a choking problem.
See if they have bouncers and/or swings around. This might seem like a good idea at first. This is okay for older babies but younger babies need a lot of floor time to develop their muscles. When you drop in unannounced, make sure to do this several times at different times to get an idea of what it is like there throughout the day. That way you can see what type of routine they use and how well the daycare staff interacts with other babies. Showing up unannounced should be able to help confirm that you’ve found the right place. If not, then you need to move on.
As you see there is a lot to consider. But think of it in terms of an investment in your child’s future. And yes, finding the best daycare center in Gilbert is really that important.
Kid’s Corner Preschool & Childcare, LLC
1450 N Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 267-9427
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