To start off a babysitting business, it would be a good idea to start off just babysitting little brothers, sisters, or neighbors. Once you’re beyond the babysitting stage you might try locating in your church or someplace else that people go to weekly. Before you get to this stage you need to check your state a local government regulatory agencies. There are many things that you might need to do, an example is at least serving one hot meal per day.

Many people should want a daycare that has teachers that are trained, and enjoy their job. It is proven that one adult for every four children is better than four adults for 20 children. You should make sure that they have enough time and ability to have creative work, play time, and physical activity. They should also be allowed to play outside. They should also have toys, jungle gyms, swings, etc.

Choosing a day care provider for your child can be an overwhelming process.  Below are some tips and questions you should ask when searching for the perfect day care facility for your family.

Day Care Staff

• What is the staff to child ratio? 
• What are the training requirements for staff members?
• Do all staff members have basic first aid certifications?
• Do all staff members have child development training?
• Do all staff members have training in identifying child abuse?
• Do all staff members have training in preventing illness and injury?

Day Care Center Policies

• What is the policy for administering medication?
• What happens if your child gets ill while attending day care?
• When must a child stay home due to illness?
• Is there a sick room for children that are not feeling well?
• Is there a nurse on staff?
• What vaccinations are required?
• Does the day care keep health related records for accidents and illnesses for each child?

Facility Safey

• Are emergency numbers clearly posted?
• Are children protected from strangers?
• Are there fire and other emergency drills?
• Are all electric outlets covered or unreachable?
• Are there smoke alarms?
• Is the playground child safe?

Signs that may indicate a poorly run facility:

• Frequent staffing changes
• Failure of staff to answer parent questions or concerns
• Discouraged parent involvement in daycare practices
• Frequent unexplained accidents
• No written facility policies
• Poor reference comments