Drop-in daycare

[5 Little Monkeys]

I've had quite a few parents ask if I offer this as they are either just wanting a day or two here and there for socializing or to get a break themselves if they're sahp's, or as a backup provider if they're regular dcp is sick/on holidays. I've always said no as I'm usually full but with my part timer I did have mon/tues available (however, now only Tuesday is available) and I've considered offering drop in care but for right now, I enjoy the "quieter" day more than the extra money lol. I also don't know if I'd like it as I REALLY dislike when parents treat their regular dc as a drop in centre haha. However, going in with that expectation might be different!

I think I'd ask that the child is between 2-4 as I just can't see most younger kids being able to do drop in care very easily. It could just end up like a day of transitioning and that's no fun for anyone!! I wouldn't worry about vacation, withdrawal notice etc. I would only charge them my daily fee on the days they come and that would need to be paid that morning at drop off. I'd send them my contract and still have them sign my permission forms and child info sheet.

I'd either interview a few parents and have their contact info on hand and give them a call on days I'm available or I would advertise on my daycare fb page and go from there.

Good luck!!