• Centre-based care can create a unique place where diverse groups of children can experience a variety of opportunities and experiences to enhance a child’s development.   
• There are standards for the operation of a centre-based childcare program. Regulations vary depending on your location but generally they require staff educational qualifications specific to early childhood development with some form of accreditation. There are regulations about staff child ratios, cleanliness, nutrition and programming. Be sure to ask each centre-based program regarding their staff education and ongoing training to support personal and professional development.
• Centre-based care can offer a wide variety of programs and services to meet the needs of your family from infancy through to school age children. Ask each centre-based program about their philosophies of children’s programs and programming.
• Check your province’s licensing regulations and guidelines. These are minimum standards of operation. What is the centre-based program in your community doing to elevate their program? Is there an accreditation body for centre-based care that you can refer to for additional information? www.abccaccred.ca
• Licensed facilities such as Centre Based Care/ Daycare may offer a subsidy to families who qualify. Process and amounts depend on provincial policies.

  
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Since the selection of a caregiver is a subjective decision, Caregiver Marketplace urges you to visit each care choice you consider , ask pertinent questions regarding the care offered, and determine whether the potential caregiver is appropriate for you and your family