Checklist of Top 5 Most Important Deciding Factors
Choosing the right early learning centre is one of the most meaningful steps in your child's early journey and it's natural for parents to feel a little overwhelmed by the decision. To make your decision a little easier, here are some key points of what to look for in a childcare centre so you can feel confident your little one is in caring and capable hands.
Positive & Safe Environment
- Are the staff friendly and do you feel comfortable when visiting the facilities?
- Is there a clear high standard of cleanliness and hygiene?
- Are the staff highly trained and supported in continual professional development?
Cutting Edge & Engaging Programs
- What is the children to staff ratio?
- Do they have a focus on holistic early learning?
- Is their curriculum based on the most recent methodologies and peer-reviewed research?
- Emotional development must be mentioned.
High Quality & Stimulating Facilities
- Is there a clear investment in the quality of the play areas and facilities the children use?
- Do the play areas look run down or clearly taken care of?
- Are there cutting edge technologies being utilised?
Nutrition, Nutrition, Nutrition!
- Is there a focus on organic and low inflammatory foods?
- Are they budgeting for food or do they simply choose the best for the children?
- Is there an awareness of culturally inclusive meals?
- What are their procedures to prevent allergic reactions?
All Staff Are Highly Qualified & Full Of Care
- Are the staff highly trained and supported in continual education?
- Are the staff friendly and do you feel comfortable when visiting the facilities?
- Do the staff clearly treat children with respect and a high level of care?
