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Can you tell me what to expect from a crèche?

Many parents feel that a crèche provides a safe environment with structured care for their children. Here are some facts that will help you understand what to expect from a crèche:

•    A good crèche will be regulated and insured. If you are not sure, make sure to ask for the details.
•    A good crèche will be a safe environment that is child-proofed and
•    When you enroll your child in a crèche, you can be sure that you will be given the rules and regulations. The times of operation are set and not flexible, so you want to make sure you’re your schedule is set to accommodate that of the crèche.
•    When your child attends a crèche, they will like become better at socializing with peers. The crèche should have an assortment of activities and toys that are age appropriate.
•    The number of child minders per children is important. Make sure to ask what the facility’s child to minder ratio is.
•    If meals are given during the time your child attends a crèche, and the crèche is regulated, you can be assured that the meals are nutritional.
•    A crèche will not care for a sick child.
•    A crèche has strict rules about who can and cannot pick your child up.
•    A crèche is less expensive than an au pair or child minder.

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