Communication is extremely important to me. When I accept a new family into my
Daycare, I like to be sure that we can share openly any concerns or questions that may
arise. It’s important that there is a similar childcare philosophy between us.
I welcome questions, feedback, and discussions of any kind that are oriented toward a
positive outcome for the child(ren). Sensitive issues will be discussed in private, outside of
regular childcare hours either by telephone or conference.
I look forward to a terrific relationship with you and your child!
Family childcare in a “home like” setting is the best alternative there is for working
parents. It provides a small, secure environment for children during the most important
time of their development. Family childcare offers a home away from home, providing
children with “siblings” of all ages to play, socialize, and learn from each other. Just
because you are not seeing anything in the way of papers does not mean that we have not
been busy all day.
My goal in providing quality care for your child is to ensure …
- A safe environment
- A nurturing environment
- A learning environment… Learning is not necessarily the ABC’s and 123’s but is also
the learning of values. The learning of honesty, respect, self–reliance, potential, self-
discipline, and moderation, the values of being, dependability, love, sensitivity towards
others, kindness, friendliness, and fairness are the values of giving. I respect each
child’s need for love, security, acceptance, warmth, and stimulation.
A proper approach to discipline… Since children occasionally need discipline, it is
important that you and I share a similar philosophy so that your child is not confused
as to where the boundaries are and what is expected of him/her. Children are taught
which behaviors are inappropriate, and why, and given alternatives that are acceptable.
In this way, the behavior is being changed, without making the child feel “bad” or
unloved. This helps develop their self-esteem and teaches them how to handle difficult
situations in the future. I express my disapproval (without attacking character), state
my expectations, and show your child how to make amends. I give choices, and in
extreme situations a child may be given a “time out” because at times a child may be
having trouble making choices of their own and they may need a couple of minutes to
calm down and think about their choices.
And to foster unconditional love… this kind of love is very important to me. Children
should not grow up feeling that to be loved and cared for they must meet numerous
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