Choosing Childcare
Finding Quality
Childcare You
Can Trust
Choosing Childcare is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your family. Connect with a specialist to explore your options, understand what high-quality child care looks like, and find the best fit for your child’s needs.
Why Quality Care Matters
The Right Start Makes All the Difference
Every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and engaging place to learn and grow. Quality childcare provides more than supervision — it helps children build essential social skills, express creativity, and develop the curiosity that prepares them for school and lifelong learning.
When teachers and caregivers provide positive interactions, consistent routines, and stimulating environments, children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Safe, healthy, and supportive environments
- Positive relationships between teachers and children
- Learning through play and exploration
- Consistent communication between parents and caregivers
How to Begin Your Search
Steps to Finding the Best Fit for Your Family
Finding the right childcare program can feel like a big task — but you don’t have to do it alone. Here’s how to get started:
During your visit, take time to notice:
- Are the teachers engaged and interacting with warmth?
- Do the children look happy, active, and involved?
- Is the facility clean, safe, and organized?
- How do teachers handle discipline and routines?
What to Look For During a Visit
Quality Care is More Than Just a Safe Space
When you walk into a childcare center or family childcare home, look beyond first impressions. Observe how children and teachers interact, what the classroom feels like, and how routines are managed.
A quality center should include:
- Teachers who speak kindly and get on the child’s level
- Children who are active, engaged, and encouraged to explore
- Age-appropriate toys and materials for learning through play
- Safe, clean spaces — indoors and outdoors — with proper supervision
- Open communication and genuine partnerships with families
How to Evaluate a family childcare center
Caring for Infants
Teacher – Child Interactions
Classroom Environment
Outdoor Environment
Preparing Your Child for Their First Day
Once You’ve Made Your Decision
Once you’ve selected your childcare program, take a few simple steps to help your child feel ready and excited for their new routine.
These small steps help reduce first-day jitters and make the transition smoother for both you and your child.