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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I wanted a big daycare because I wanted a lot of oversight, resources, accreditation, no closures, etc. My pre-verbal kid couldn't tell me if something bad happened there so I wanted a lot of people and protection in place. It was a good fit for my particular anxieties.[/quote]
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Ours is a local daycare with four locations, but I wouldn't hesitate to use a "big box" daycare over an in-home for all the reasons listed above.  The main benefit of in-home seems to be cost, from what I can tell.  Friends who use them have had frequent COVID closures, random weeks and days off, and much less oversight or professionalism than I want in a childcare provider.  [/quote]

Similar reasons for me. But OP, still [b]tour all that interest you and ask MANY questions. Don't just go with whatever is closest. You have to do your due diligence whether it's small/local or chain.[/b] But a 2-year-old doesn't need the best, most qualified teachers, but an environment that prioritizes good hygiene, an effective mechanism for communicating with families, and a disciplinary approach that aligns with your parenting style.[/quote]

+1 to the bolded (as the PP being quoted).  Do NOT just pick the place closest to you.  These are the people who will be caring for your child: you need to be picky.

I do think it's great if you can find a place that will grow with your child, i.e., one that offers more of a preschool environment if not an actual curriculum for older kids.  We were so fortunate to be able to keep our kids at the same center until they left for K.  We knew them, they knew us, and we didn't have to go through the hassle of finding yet another childcare provider, which can be a real pain.  Look for places with relatively low turnover.  Ask about closures and schedules.  Ask to talk to other families that are currently there.  The big box daycare close to you may be fantastic, but they may not be--you need to ask to find out.[/quote]

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