Basics of a Home Day Care Contract

So, you're thinking of starting a home day care3. Rules on reporting any suspected child abuse or
business? I was in your shoes five years ago, andneglect.
through hard work, I am still in the home day care4. Procedures on medical emergencies.
business. It's a growing business.5. Rules for administering all medication.
If there's something I will share about starting a6. Include policies on medical expenses that arise
home day care, it's the necessity of a home dayfrom normal everyday activities.
care contract. A contract is an assurance to protectDAY TO DAY CHILDCARE:
your business, and covers arrangements on child care.1. Immunization requirements
Draft your own home day care contract before2. Arrangements for food
starting a home day care business, and start with:3. Nap-times
OPERATING POLICIES:4. Meals and Snack Schedules
1. Schedule of operation5. For infants, arrangements on provision of baby
2. Holiday closure datesthings: formula, diapers etc. and additional charges if
3. Drop-off and pick-up proceduresthe facility provides these items.
4. Yearly Registration fees6. Laundering
5. Late charges7. Vacation and details on substitute caring during
6. Payment dues and schedulesyour absence
7. Accepted methods of payment8. Discipline
8. Admission requirements9. Field trips and outdoor activities
9. Requirements (written notice, etc.) before a child isAt the end of the contract, there should be place
removed from the program.where your client's signature will appear, meaning the
10. Contract termination policyclient has read and understood the terms of the
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES:agreement that he/she has entered with you.
1. Handling disaster emergencies.Remember to have your own home day care
2. Closure in severe weather conditions, pickup andcontract before starting a home day care. Good luck!
payment requirements.