factors to be considered
Philippine Normal University
The National Center for Teacher Education
Faculty of Education Sciences
Taft Avenue, Manila
September 18 & 22, 2014
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Multimedia Room, Edilberto P. Dagot Hall, PNU-Manila
Dr. Baifern N. Lim
• Parents want their children to be safe and comfortable.
• Parents must choose a program they can afford as well.
• Quality of the program is a key factor
• Many parents ask about the training and experience of the staff.
• Asking about staff turnover rates can help parents in choosing a program.
• Parents want a facility that is safe for their children.
• As parents begin a search, they want to identify options
• Next, parents often begin calling available programs.
• Parents who are still interested will ask about the program, staff, and activities
• After the visit, parents may have additional questions.
• Licensing rules and regulations are standards set to ensure that uniform and safe practices are followed.
• Licensing rules and regulations are typically stated in terms of conditions that affect the safety and health of the children. • Licensing rules and regulations are also designed to protect parents, employers, and employees.
It is important to carefully study your state’s standards. Typically, the following topics must be addressed in writing to obtain a license.
★
★
★
★
★
★
Admission procedures and enrolment records
Physical space requirement
Written policies and record keeping
Adult-child ratios
★ Safety procedures
Staff characteristics
★ Daily schedule
Personnel policies
★ Transportation policies
★ Health procedures
★ Foodservice and nutrition
★ Parent involvement
• The best indicator of high-quality early care and education is accreditation. Being accredited certifies that a set of standards has been met by an early childhood program.
• The purpose of this voluntary system is to improve the quality of programs for
The National Center for Teacher Education
Faculty of Education Sciences
Taft Avenue, Manila
September 18 & 22, 2014
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Multimedia Room, Edilberto P. Dagot Hall, PNU-Manila
Dr. Baifern N. Lim
• Parents want their children to be safe and comfortable.
• Parents must choose a program they can afford as well.
• Quality of the program is a key factor
• Many parents ask about the training and experience of the staff.
• Asking about staff turnover rates can help parents in choosing a program.
• Parents want a facility that is safe for their children.
• As parents begin a search, they want to identify options
• Next, parents often begin calling available programs.
• Parents who are still interested will ask about the program, staff, and activities
• After the visit, parents may have additional questions.
• Licensing rules and regulations are standards set to ensure that uniform and safe practices are followed.
• Licensing rules and regulations are typically stated in terms of conditions that affect the safety and health of the children. • Licensing rules and regulations are also designed to protect parents, employers, and employees.
It is important to carefully study your state’s standards. Typically, the following topics must be addressed in writing to obtain a license.
★
★
★
★
★
★
Admission procedures and enrolment records
Physical space requirement
Written policies and record keeping
Adult-child ratios
★ Safety procedures
Staff characteristics
★ Daily schedule
Personnel policies
★ Transportation policies
★ Health procedures
★ Foodservice and nutrition
★ Parent involvement
• The best indicator of high-quality early care and education is accreditation. Being accredited certifies that a set of standards has been met by an early childhood program.
• The purpose of this voluntary system is to improve the quality of programs for