When looking at a dayhome you must consider
1. Meals & Snacks
Each Dayhome educator has the freedom to choose whether or not they provide meals and snacks. Typically there is a difference in the fees of those educators however if your family values the children getting meals from the educator during their time under care then that is something you must keep in mind when looking for day homes.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ff4c4e” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”10px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]
2. Playground Area
Each program is located within the Educator’s home and there is a vast difference in the size of the play area, equipment in the play area and access to playgrounds within the neighborhood. All day homes must meet regulations in regards to the play area but there is a lot of flexibility with what each playground will end up being. You know your child best and when choosing a day home you should consider the play area that each dayhome has to offer.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ffc44c” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”10px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]
3. Fees
The agency does not dictate the fees that each educator chooses to set. Each educator chooses their fees based on the market in their neighborhood. The services offered by the educator also play a part in the fees and when looking for a dayhome you should make sure that the fees are something that works for you.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#4e18c6″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”10px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]
4. The programming philosophy
We as an agency promote a STEAM Centric curriculum. However, different educators are free to use different early childhood education policies such as Reggio Emilio or others of that kind. At your initial visit with the educator, ask them what their philosophies are and how they align with you.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ff4c4e” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”10px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]
5. The Place of care
Each day home meets the legislation as set out by the government of Alberta however parents have different preferences in terms of the place of care. Things like the size of the roomand the amount of natural light and the use of technology are all different in each dayhome. This is an important factor to consider when choosing a dayhome for your family.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ffc44c” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”10px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]
6. Proximity to home & Work
One of the best parts about day homes is that they are a community-based childcare solution. This means that more often than not there will be a dayhome very close to your residence. That does not mean however that you have to only go with the closest dayhome to you but the commute and how it fits into your daily routine are important to keep in mind when making the decision.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”30″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][toggles style=”minimal”][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How do licensed day homes differ from private babysitters?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Dayhomes are very different as compared to regular day care centers or preschools. We often get many questions from parents and more often than not they’re very similar. Please have a look below on commonly asked questions so see if it can answer any questions that you might have about sending your kids to a dayhome.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How many kids can a day home educator have under care at one time?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]According to the dayhome standards of Alberta an educator is allowed to have six kids under the age of 13 not including their own under care at one time. In addition to that an educator can only have a maximum of two kids under the age of 2 and a maximum of 3 kids under the age of 3.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How much does it cost?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Each day is different in terms of their fees as the Educators are free to set fees. factors like if the educator provides food, diapers or if there is some additional programming influences pricing and it varies across the agency. If you would like to get a specific price, reach out to us and we could prepare a few options.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How do you screen dayhome Educators?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]We go through a very thorough testing procedure to make sure that the educator is qualified to provide care. Our thorough checklist includes criminal record checks, medical references, personal references and our childcare consultant assesses each dayhome site to ensure that it has adequate materials and equipment to facilitate a child’s development.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How do you monitor Dayhomes?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]With each day home we weekly monitor their attendance, sick logs and such through our internal systems. In addition to that our consultant visits each home at least once per month and we do quarterly safety checks to ensure that each day home is keeping up to our standards.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”If I choose a day home with you, am I eligible for government funding?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Yes you are! We are fully licensed with the government of Alberta and have signed on to the affordability Grant as well as the subsidy program. We are onboard with the government’s plan to promote $10 day childcare and our parents get access to all Government funding.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Do parents have to pay for days that the child does not attend the day home?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]The monthly fee set with the educator does not fluctuate if the child attends a few last days. The fee is effectively used to reserve that spot for that child. The educator relies on this monthly income for their living expenses and for days that the child is sick or on holiday the agency does not issue refunds.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is the day home ever closed throughout the year?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Yes the day home will be closed throughout the years as the educator does take time off. These days will be communicated to parents in advance so they have time to arrange for the backup care.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Does the educator get paid by me directly?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]No, all payments go through the agency we do the billing to the government of Alberta and pay the educators. The money comes out of your account directly at the beginning of every month and you get a receipt for your records.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How do I find homes with available space?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]You could start by looking at our map of dayhomes and identifying ones close to you that might be of interest. You can also reach out to our agency and we could send over some options to you.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What are the hours of operations for your day homes?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Each educator sets their own hours and we have great Variety in terms of our hours of operations. There are some Educators that choose to provide care overnight and many that operate outside of traditional business hours.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is there a waitlist that I need to place my child on prior to getting care?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Some dayhomes might already be at capacity and have a waitlist going whilst others will have room for children. If you decide that you want to go with a certain educator and they are full you can be placed on the waitlist until they have space open. However in most circumstances we are usually able to place you in a day home when you come looking for child care.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How much in advance should I start looking for childcare?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]When you get in touch with us we can place you in a dayhome as early as within a week if there is availability. 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