1. What safety features are in place?
2. What is the drop-off and pick-up process for your child?
3. What is the teacher-to-student ratio?
4. Is the school a “Step Up To Quality” star rated center? This is a
program through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
5. Is the school nationally accredited through NAEYC, NAC or NECPA?
6. How does the school approach learning and curriculum?
7. Do teachers receive ongoing development and training?
8. Are there regular parent/teacher conferences throughout the year?
9. Is there an activity report given at the end of each day?
10. What is the discipline policy?
11. Are there separate cribs for infants and mats for children?
12. Is food offered, and if so, are options healthy and well varied?
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