What to look for in a Responsive Child Care Setting for Infants and Toddlers

• Children are allowed to function on individual schedules.
• Parents receive daily written reports about their children’s day (and formal progress reports twice a year)
• Parents are free to visit any time during the day
• Caregiver adheres to the state-regulated caregiver/child ratio.
• Caregiver’s turnover rate for families is under 20%.
• If caregivers leave, staff help children to understand the transition.
• Staff receive medical benefits, vacation leave, and continuing education support.
• Caregivers respond to child-initiated interests..
• Parents can get involved in the program.
• If the parent is nursing, the caregiver is responsive and accommodating.