Charging extra for meals

[Mrs.dee]

Hi everyone,
I've just opened a daycare in my basement and I'm wondering what the average charge (if any) is for meals? I'm open from 7-5, and so far I've got a little girl that eats a little in the morning but also eats before she comes. I walk her to school at 815 and that's the end of the job, but i will have a couple of kids starting next week that will be with me all day.
Thanks!

[Play and Learn]

Depends what the rates are in the area. Here rates range between $25-$40. Depends on the experience & programs given as well.

Those are full day rates. Then you have before & after rates. For full-time, I'm $35/day, and for b&a school I charge $20 or $15 for one or the other. Part-time rates (2-3 days/week) I charge $40.

[sunnydays]

I am in Ottawa and the norm is to include meals in the fees at no extra cost. Rates vary by neighbourhood as play and learn mentioned. I charge $42/day and include breakfast, snacks and lunch (although I currently have no kids who eat breakfast with me because of timing). You will need to do your research by checking out what other providers in your area are charging.

[Lou]

The only time I charge extra for meals is when I provide PD Day or Holiday care for school agers. My PD Day rate is $25/day if they bring their own lunch, or $30/day with snacks and meals included. Otherwise, it's the norm to include snacks and meals in your daily rate around here. ($35/day for me for kids infant-4)

[fruitloop]

Meals are included in the fees.