How Do You Set Policies For A Home Daycare?

Home daycares offer the best of both worlds to many working parents by allowing them to leave their child in an intimate, cozy childcare environment. When you open a home daycare, it's important to set policies so both you and the parents know what to expect. Providing a printed copy of the policies to parents when they enroll their child helps promote the professionalism of your home daycare. Begin by introducing yourself and your business, your education and your experience in childcare. Include any special credentials, such as CPR certification and state licensing information if applicable. Share your child care philosophies and goals. Be very clear and specific about fees and payment schedules. State the day payment is due, what methods of payment you accept, when the account is considered past due and how much the late payment fee is. Include any consequences for non-payment, including termination after a certain period of time. Think about the hours you want to set for your ...  more