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RAINBOW STATION DAY CARE CHECKLIST
We hope you will find the questions on this checklist helpful in evaluating the best possible childcare environment for your family. We encourage you to stop by any of our centers and use this list. If you would like additional copies please, let us know
Thank you,
Bonnie Gibbs, Owner/Director
Rainbow Station Day Cares/Extended Care Program
| Do the hours suit your needs? | __Yes __No | Is the setting inviting? | __Yes __No |
| Are the fees affordable? | __Yes __No | Do the children seem happy? | __Yes __No |
| Are the meals posted and are the meals appropriate and nutritious? | __Yes __No | Is there an acceptable level of noise? | __Yes __No |
| Are there daily activities planned? | __Yes __No | Is there positive interaction between the children and to staff? | __Yes __No |
| Are the discipline policies well defined and acceptable? | __Yes __No |
Are there a variety of age appropriate activities offered daily? | __Yes __No |
| Are the Child/Staff ratios within the State guidelines? | __Yes __No |
Are there well defined areas for active and quiet play? | __Yes __No |
| Are the parents invited to visit the center at any time? | __Yes __No |
Is the environment child oriented? | __Yes __No |
| Are safety precautions clear and posted? | __Yes __No |
Is the staff friendly and cooperative? | __Yes __No |
| Is the staff trained in first-aid and CPR? | __Yes __No |
Are the different ages appropriately grouped? | __Yes __No |
| Is the staff experienced and trained at working with children? | __Yes __No |
Are there easily accessible, clean toilet facilities? | __Yes __No |
| Is there large staff turnover? | __Yes __No |
Are field trips a part of the learning experience? | __Yes __No |
| Did you feel comfortable? | __Yes __No |
Did you observe good hygiene practices (hand washing, etc.)? | __Yes __No |
| Did the staff seem happy? | __Yes __No |
If I were a child, would I be happy there? | __Yes __No |
| Did the environment seem safe and clean? | __Yes __No |