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3 Steps to Building a “Successful” Child Care Center By Ken Myers

 

If a childcare business wishes to succeed, it is vital to take the right steps. Parents must feel that they are making a smart decision when they send their child to a certain business. If a business fails to instill confidence, it may suffer in the long run. The information below may help a childcare center.

1. Experienced Staff – Experienced staff is necessary when it comes to running a respectable business. Parents wish for their children to be cared for by people who know what to expect. These staff members must know how to handle various situations. If a child falls down, a staff member should be available to help the child and tend to any wounds. If a child is sick, the childcare center should have the necessary information needed to contact a doctor. A staff member who is unable to tackle a childcare situation may not be appropriate.

2. Fun Activities – It could be said that children enjoy entertainment. It is not enough to place a child in a care center and leave him or her for a few hours a day. A child should feel content in his or her new surroundings. Parents want their children to feel happy and appeased while a parent is at work. A skilled care business should provide children with toys and other activities. The toys do not have to be expensive; a business may wish to purchase items in bulk or ask for donations. However, the items should be safe.

3. Video Surveillance – A video surveillance system has many benefits. Video cameras allow a business to protect itself from any disputes. The cameras also protect children and their caregivers in the long run. Some parents are exceptionally busy, and they may miss out on valuable moments. If a child says his or her first word, a parent may be able to see the moment on video. Videos do not take up a lot of space; the videos may be stored just about anywhere in a building in data form. A center may wish to charge money for videos and bring in extra funds.

The world of childcare is competitive; a parent may feel overwhelmed due to the possibilities. It is crucial for a business to attempt to stand out from the competition. If a business is new, it should do as much research as possible. It should ensure that experienced staff members are available, and the business should keep the information above in mind. It is not enough to exist; a childcare business should take the right steps to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Parents should feel confident, and children should feel happy; that is paramount.

About the Author of this post:

Ken Myers as an Expert Advisor on multiple household help issues too many Organizations and groups, and is a mentor for other “Mom-preneurs” seeking guidance.  He is a regular contributor of “http://www.gonannies.com/”.  You can get in touch with him at k.meyerst20@gmail.com.

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How To Reassure Staff During a Low Enrollment Season

Every year in August as my summer camp comes to an end, many of the school-age children leave the program to go back to school and this usually leaves 16-to-20 slots for me to fill. In fact, this year, I started marketing my program 6-weeks before the camp ended, so that  as the school-age kids were leaving the program….the preschoolers would be coming in.

Several days prior to writing this blog post, I was observing two of my staff members as they talked about how many of the kids had already left the program due to the summer camp ending. One of the teachers looked really concerned. So, I walked over and said to her, “You seem to be worried about the enrollment?” She (sadly) replied, “Yes I am.”

I kindly reminded her that this season is not going to last long and that we will have new students coming soon. Also, I encouraged her  not to worry about her hours being cut or losing her job. After I spoke with her, she smiled and appeared as if two buildings were lifted off her shoulders.

Moreover, since my talk with the teacher who was concerned about low enrollment, I have enrolled six new students and this was the response that I received from that concerned staff member, Wow! You said more children would be coming!

I only have a few more enrollment slots to fill, however, I am so thankful that I did not have to lay off staff due to a sudden shift in enrollment after the summer camp ended. Furthermore, after my brief talk with that teacher, I also realized the importance of having open and supportive communication with your staff during tough seasons.

Furthermore, be careful of  the words that you speak over your childcare business as you build enrollment. Your words are so powerful. So, be sure to stay in a mode of expectation.

I shared my story with you to encourage you to reassure your staff when there is a change in enrollment, especially during low enrollment seasons.

Here’s something to think about: you depend on the money from your business to pay your bills and your staff depends on you to provide them with a  job to pay their bills, so in the event that you foresee or anticipate a shift in enrollment, they should be informed. This will help to minimize unnecessary anxiety or gossip.

Also, be sure that you are not worried and always have confidence that more kids are coming. As you walk in confidence during a Low Enrollment season, you can be assured that your staff will catch that same attitude!

With Enrollment in Mind!

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