Things to Consider When Considering a Day Care Provider For Your Child

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As a new mother returning to her career, I need to find a great day care provider, but I was mortified at some of the nightmare accounts that I had heard of over the years. Thankfully, my friends and family came to my rescue and gave me some advice about selecting the right daycare and preschool for my childcare needs.

First, they told me I should interview the day care provider. I should ask them questions like, is there an opening for my child? How many children do you care for? How much do you charge and when is the bill due? How much childcare experience do you have? These answers will give you much more information than just what is on the surface. For example, if they do not have a straight and direct answer about bill payment, then this shows how poorly organized they are, which speaks volumes about th

The Importance of Preschool For the Future Success of Young Children

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Many studies have shown the importance of preschool for small children. One landmark research study proved that after controlling for all other factors, children who attended preschool were far more likely to attend a four year college, and far less likely to be in trouble with the law. A good preschool program provides children with the bedrock social skills they will need to make it through the rest of their lives as responsible citizens who are well integrated within their communities.

Good preschool programs take place in a variety of environments such as daycare centers and home based