Choosing a child care program for your child is an important decision. You need to feel comfortable with your choice and be confident that your child is in a safe and caring environment.
When looking for child care, visit each setting in person to make sure the program is the right fit for your child. Visiting allows you to see firsthand how the program operates, what your child will experience during a typical day, and how the teachers interact and work with children. Visiting also allows you to see what the classrooms and play spaces look like and gives you a chance to ask questions.
The Look, Listen, and Ask tip sheets are short tools to help guide your child care program visits. They are designed to help you learn more about the program. There is a tip sheet for each kind of child care setting.
Here are some additional resources that may be helpful to review before choosing a child care program.