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Double Duty
Finding the Right Daycare for Multiples By Heather Johnson Durocher
Of course, just having a degree does not completely ensure quality, nor does not having a degree necessarily mean that the provider is unqualified, Wagner says. However, it is important for parents to find out about the kinds of certification and educational backgrounds every person working in the setting has.
For daycare facilities, whether small or large, checking on a caregiver's licensing status also is important, Wagner says. "By insisting a facility is fully licensed, parents are assuring themselves that the provider respects the laws and that the facility itself meets some basic safety and health standards," Wagner says.
Parents also should consider the staff's turnover rate as well as the program philosophy, Wagner says. "Parents should look for programs that emphasize play and socialization for young children, as well as individualized attention, small-group activities led by the teacher and plenty of free-choice and outside time," she says.
"Above all, the most important thing is to investigate," Wrinkle says. "I talked to a lot of people. I talked to both daycares, as well as in-home daycares and people who would come to my house. I found something I'm comfortable with."
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