So Much to Think about...

[Skysue]

Hi ladies!
I am a private day home provider in a small Alberta town. There are not many of us in this town that I know of, but just watched 13 children walk into one home... what would you guys do??
Also what do each of you figure is a fair price for our services?? I recently lost a child because of raising my price when he started before and after school as opposed to just after school... I added an extra $5/day taking it from $400 to $500 a month. I provide snacks and they bring cereal for breakfasts... if there is no school there is an additional charge of $15/day for the extra time as well as lunch being provided... is that normal or should I be including that in the monthly charge?? just a flat rate rather than extra for full days?
and lastly...Does anyone know if we wanted to name our day home would we have to register the name or no?
Trying to decide if I want to stick with this or not!

I think calling on someone before you know all the facts is WRONG!

[Inspired by Reggio]

I think calling on someone before you know all the facts is WRONG!

Agreed - I would need to know they are in the business of offering childcare - cause what if they are not doing business and it was 'birthday party' or something ... however if there are no RULES in Alberta around how many kids you can have before licensing that is just scary

[wolfpup]

I think calling on someone before you know all the facts is WRONG!

I most definitely wouldnt have called unless I got more info. I totally agree with you. I wouldnt want someone reporting me simply because I had a ton of kids in my yard... happens all the time here with our cul-de-sac everyone gathers in someones yard (usually mine) but that doesnt mean they are all in my care!