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100 Questions to Ask Before Choosing Childcare

June 1, 2026

100 Questions to Ask Before Choosing Childcare

No. Item Definition
1. Are babies placed on backs? Asks about infant sleep position.
2. Are blankets allowed in cribs? Asks about crib safety rules.
3. Are cameras used? Asks whether video monitoring exists.
4. Are caregivers consistent? Asks about stable staffing.
5. Are firearms on site? Asks whether guns are present.
6. Are meals nutritious? Asks about food quality.
7. Are pets on site? Asks whether animals are present.
8. Are staff background checked? Asks about screening procedures.
9. Are staff CPR certified? Asks about emergency certification.
10. Are you licensed? Asks about legal childcare approval.
11. Can breast milk be stored? Asks about milk storage.
12. Can I meet the staff? Asks to meet caregivers.
13. Can I review the handbook? Asks to read policies.
14. Can I tour the facility? Asks to visit the site.
15. Can my child start gradually? Asks about phased entry.
16. Can parents access cameras? Asks about parent viewing access.
17. Can parents drop in anytime? Asks about unannounced visits.
18. Can schedules be flexible? Asks about adjustable attendance.
19. Can you handle allergies? Asks about allergy accommodations.
20. Can you provide references? Asks for parent recommendations.
21. Can you support special needs? Asks about disability accommodations.
22. Do children have assigned cribs? Asks about dedicated sleep spaces.
23. Do you carry insurance? Asks about liability coverage.
24. Do you close for training? Asks about staff-development closures.
25. Do you have a contract? Asks about written agreement.
26. Do you have evacuation plans? Asks about emergency exit planning.
27. Do you have openings? Asks if spaces are available.
28. Do you offer backup care? Asks about temporary coverage.
29. Do you offer full-time care? Asks about all-day schedules.
30. Do you offer part-time care? Asks about reduced schedules.
31. Do you post on social media? Asks about online sharing.
32. Do you require a deposit? Asks about upfront payment.
33. Do you send daily reports? Asks about regular written updates.
34. Do you take field trips? Asks about organized excursions.
35. Have there been violations? Asks about past compliance issues.
36. How are bottles labeled? Asks about bottle identification.
37. How are concerns addressed? Asks about complaint response.
38. How are diapers changed? Asks about diapering procedure.
39. How are emergencies handled? Asks about emergency response.
40. How are incidents reported? Asks about injury documentation.
41. How are new staff trained? Asks about onboarding process.
42. How are toys sanitized? Asks about toy hygiene.
43. How do you childproof rooms? Asks about safety-proofing.
44. How do you comfort children? Asks about emotional support.
45. How do you communicate? Asks about parent updates.
46. How do you encourage learning? Asks about developmental support.
47. How do you handle biting? Asks about biting incidents.
48. How do you handle conflicts? Asks about resolving problems.
49. How do you handle illness? Asks about sick-child policy.
50. How do you handle meals? Asks about food arrangements.
51. How do you handle naps? Asks about rest practices.
52. How do you handle separation? Asks about drop-off distress.
53. How do you handle tantrums? Asks about tantrum response.
54. How do you prevent injuries? Asks about injury prevention.
55. How do you share photos? Asks about photo communication.
56. How do you soothe infants? Asks about infant calming methods.
57. How do you support inclusion? Asks about inclusive practices.
58. How do you welcome new children? Asks about transition support.
59. How is formula prepared? Asks about bottle preparation.
60. How is privacy protected? Asks about confidentiality practices.
61. How is screen time used? Asks about device use.
62. How is water safety managed? Asks about water hazard precautions.
63. How long have you operated? Asks about years in business.
64. How many children attend? Asks about enrollment size.
65. How often are babies fed? Asks about infant feeding schedule.
66. How often is the space cleaned? Asks about cleaning frequency.
67. Is late pickup allowed? Asks about delayed collection.
68. Is outdoor play daily? Asks about regular outdoor time.
69. Is smoking allowed anywhere? Asks about smoking restrictions.
70. Is there a registration fee? Asks about enrollment charge.
71. May I see inspection reports? Asks to review official findings.
72. What ages do you accept? Asks which children are eligible.
73. What are late fees? Asks about pickup penalties.
74. What are your hours? Asks about daily operating times.
75. What are your rates? Asks about fees and pricing.
76. What holidays are you closed? Asks about closure dates.
77. What is a typical day like? Asks about daily routine.
78. What is drop-off like? Asks about arrival routine.
79. What is pickup like? Asks about departure routine.
80. What is staff turnover like? Asks about caregiver retention.
81. What is your curriculum? Asks about learning activities.
82. What is your discipline policy? Asks about behavior management.
83. What is your medication policy? Asks about giving medicine.
84. What is your notice policy? Asks about ending care notice.
85. What is your payment schedule? Asks when payment is due.
86. What is your philosophy? Asks about care approach.
87. What is your ratio? Asks children per caregiver.
88. What is your refund policy? Asks about returned payments.
89. What is your security process? Asks about site safety measures.
90. What is your sick policy? Asks when children must stay home.
91. What is your vacation policy? Asks about planned closure rules.
92. What is your weather policy? Asks about bad-weather procedures.
93. What should my child wear? Asks about clothing expectations.
94. What supplies must we bring? Asks about parent-provided items.
95. What training do staff have? Asks about staff qualifications.
96. When was your last inspection? Asks about recent oversight visit.
97. Where do children nap? Asks about sleeping arrangements.
98. Who covers staff absences? Asks about substitute caregivers.
99. Who may pick up my child? Asks about pickup authorization.
100. Will I be called right away? Asks about urgent parent contact.

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