Choosing Childcare

Peace of mind is everything when choosing a childcare center. To help make that all-important decision for you and your child, consider these seven factors:

Reputation: What are people saying about the center?
Staff: Are care providers enthusiastic and positive? What is their educational background?
Environment: Is the facility safe and clean?
Rules: Has the center established operating policies and procedures? What are the staff/child ratios for each age group?
Curriculum: Is there an age-appropriate educational plan? Does the daily schedule include activities that are stimulating and creative?
Accreditation: Has the center gone beyond state licensing requirements to achieve national accreditation?
Instinct: When you visit, do children look happy? Do you feel the environment reflects your values?

Compare child care providers using this handy printable worksheet to help you discover the right child care for your family.

"Lakeview's Summer Camp is great! Lots of fun activities and interesting things to do. Great field trips and counselors who really care about you."

– Summer Camp Attendee

"Like so many parents, I struggle with work-family balance. I am incredibly grateful to Lakeview for giving my family such a nurturing, wholesome and educational environment."

– Alyson

"Thank you providing an environment where Matthew could dream, explore and discover."

– Suzanne & Tom

"Lakeview's Summer Camp is great! Lots of fun activities and interesting things to do. Great field trips and counselors who really care about you."

– Summer Camp Attendee

"While she is very excited about the upcoming kindergarten experience, I know she will miss you all. She has already talked about coming back next summer for camp."

– C. Higgins

"We appreciate all the fun and educational activities you plan and... sometimes we wish we attended Lakeview!"

– Amanda & Todd P.

"I've always appreciated your open-door policy with parents, and I hope you will continue to share your many experiences and extended knowledge with others."

– Heather

"Thank you and your staff for creating atmosphere in which Samantha could expand her love of learning while also gaining the social skills necessary to become a successful kindergartener."

– V. Williams

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