Regardless of whether you've opted for facility, family home or nanny care, your next step is to find a provider you feel safe leaving your child with. Here are some tips on how to keep safety in mind while shopping for a childcare provider. First, ask for and check references. Many people feel too embarrassed to ask for them and others don't feel comfortable actually calling them. Your child is about to spend a lot of time with the provider, however, and you need to know they are safe.
Many providers expect people to ask for references.
Find out about strengths and weaknesses, what types of activities were provided, how long childcare was provided and why it was discontinued. Licensing Call the state licensing agency to verify the licensing of the provider. If a provider is licensed by the state, they are checked periodically and governed by specific laws. They must undertake some training every year and their location is inspected to be sure it is suitable for childcare. Inspection Time Take a look at the location yourself.