Interview Questions

[Mamma_Mia]

DURING THE INTERVIEW
I ask more about what the child's routine is like at home presently
What time does the child nap? One or two naps?
Do they enjoy being with other kids?
Do they like going outside even in different kind of weather?
Does the child eat well, are they picky, any allergies???
Who would typically drop off and pick up and what hours (yes I ask again to be sure there are no red flags now that they had more time to think about it)
Are there any concerns?
What is important for them in a daycare?

Along with my Manual & Contract I have a "All About Me" form (about the child) and it asks a bunch of these questions for the parent(s) to fill out. It covers eating, sleeping, playing, waking up, routines at home. DO they try new things or is it all over & over & over again...that will also let me know how child will like changes, if they aren't used to them.

I give it all to the parents while we are in the playroom together to look over since I'm there to answer any questions they have. A) no misunderstandings via email or text etc. and B) I get to warm up to the child and see them in action when the parents aren't paying attention.

[Spixie33]

Mamma Mia - good idea.
I give out an All About Me Questionnaire during registration and it is about 4 pages long and profiles the child.

In the interview I am still trying to make up my mind if the child will fit in, whether they seem to have a very high maintenance schedule etc so that is why I just ask verbally about the child's day and tendencies etc.

I don't like handing out my whole enrollment package unless I am sure we are a fit. I do give my contract to almost everyone though because if the contract scares them away then I don't want them anyways