Well, in my experience it can take up to 6 months to fill a spot in my area. This is why I advertised and interviewed in August for a spot in February. It's impossible to be sure here. It's very rural. Plus I did make purchase of a new playpen for the chills and new little Knick knack such as bibs and washcloths...Not putting me out by much but still. I made plans for this child to attends and made decisions based on our agreement.