I started my search for a daycare or preschool for Lulu. I think she would really enjoy daycare/preschool. Lulu wants to be engaged in multiple activities throughout the day and she loves playing with other kids. I would love to find a school or daycare that has many options for my Lulu, like music, dance, art and preparation for kindergarten. She is so young, almost two and a half, but I know she would love and thrive in a structured environment. Where she can learn, explore and be creative with her peers and without mommy (for a couple hours).
I am a little nervous for Lulu to go to preschool/daycare and the over protective mommy in me is very picky! Especially when it comes to home daycare centers. I guess because Lulu would be in someones personal space. Someone that I barely know, it seems a little odd to me. I went to visit a home daycare and I didn't feel at home at all. The house was a little too dark for my liking. The provider was very nice and seemed experienced and the children seemed to be right at home, but it was not welcoming to me.
My dear cousin who is a daycare provider and an excellent one at that. (Seriously her photos on FB of her daycare events are so creative she should start her own blog!) Well she gave me a few tips when looking into a daycare. And I will share them with you.
1. Get the license number
2. Ask for an updated licensing report. (They should have one on hand, if not you can get it online from the city).
3. Ask to see an updated CPR card. (Cards are usually good for two years)
4. Ask if they attend classes or workshops throughout the year. (This will show that they have interest in their position).
5. Ask to see a schedule of daily activities.
6. Visit the school and go back unannounced. (Before making a decision).
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