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- Is the center or home licensed or currently registered?
- Do the number of children comply with the licensed capacity?
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- Is documentation on fees, parent responsibilities and hours of operation available?
- Are there specific and appropriate goals for service?
- Does the program's disciplinary methods and philosophy coincide with your own?
- NOTE: Corporal punishment in Family Day Care Homes and Child Care Centers is illegal.
- What are the fees and when must they be paid?
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- How much experience and education do the caregivers have?
- Are the caregivers kind and responsive toward children?
- Do the caregivers help the children express emotions, solve problems, and develop self-help skills?
- Is the child to staff ratio met?
- Health, Nutrition, and Safety:
- Are there good policies dealing with child health and illness?
- Are the staff prepared for emergency health situations? Are staff trained in CPR and first aid?
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- Are all dirty diapers carefully disposed of or sanitized?
- Is the diaper-changing table cleaned and sanitized after every child?
- Is the food provided safe and nutritious for the child?
- Does the food meet USDA standards and is a food menu available?
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- Does the center/home discourage parents from visiting or observing during any time?
- Are caregivers physically abusive or rough with the children?
- Are thee signs of a negative learning environment that make children feel guilty instead of welcome?
- Does the child have an unusual interest or knowledge in sexual matters inappropriate for his/her age?
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