How to Choose a Quality Child Care Service

First is to choose the one with plenty of variety in their activities. These activities should also be fun and stimulating so that children will stay engaged and active (preferably activities with lots of movement and creative expression). Second is that there should be enough time and opportunities for children to play and explore the outside (and also get along with other children). They should be able to interact with different objects and the environment for their mental stimulation (as well as help them know how things work and how to make sense of what’s happening).

How to choose a quality child care service

The focus should be on looking at the actual programs and activities in the early learning centre or childcare service. The question to ask yourself is: What will my child’s day look like?

For instance, there should be a healthy mix of both indoor and outdoor play as well as enough time for individual and small and large group experiences. This will be good for your child’s balanced and holistic development. This level of variety and balance also makes the daily experience more fun and exciting.

What are some of the activities that should be included in your child’s daily activities? At the early learning centre there should be activities such as playing with sand, water and puzzles. It’s also good to mix science and maths with roleplay and other forms of creative expression. In the outdoor area there should be a safe place for children to explore the natural environment.

It’s about letting your child have a rich interaction with objects, other children and the environment. Because children have limited experiences and they’re just starting to make sense of the world around them, a wide variety of experiences and enough playtime will be great for their physical and cognitive development.

That is our approach here at Footsteps Early Learning Centre where there’s a variety of activities that will make children have fun (while aiding in their healthy development). Here we create and sustain an atmosphere of encouragement and collaboration where children can safely play and explore. Contact us today if you want to know more about our approach and how this will benefit your child.