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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We had DD at an in-home with a 1:8 ratio temporarily right around when she was 1.5 years old. The provider had amazing references, and she was clearly very skilled, but we didn't feel she got enough attention. My sense is DD was much happier at her center where there were 3 teachers for 6 babies.[/quote]

OP here. This is exactly how I'm feeling. This in-home daycare has amazing references and she seemed very capable, but there's something in me telling me that 1:8 would be too much to get him the attention and care I'd prefer[/quote]

OP, trust your instincts.  We looked at an in-home that had a similar ratio, with the same explanation around older kids.  I'm sure the care provider is a lovely person, but it was a hard pass for us.  We chose a center with small ratios and are so glad we did.  Our kids are older now (youngest is 6) and we never regretted paying more to have our kids in a care setting we trusted.  We're lucky we could afford to, of course, but it was definitely a priority.[/quote]

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