We know it's difficult to find quality child care, so we're here to support you...

Quality child care “is care which meets a child's basic needs for a safe, loving and nurturing environment and at the same time satisfies the child's physical needs for nutrition; balancing periods of rest with periods of activity.”  

Child care providers are the key to quality child care.  They should…

• Understand how children grow and learn
• Be affectionate and responsive
• Be enthusiastic, warm and want to spend time with children
• Be non-judgmental
• Be willing to adapt the program or environment to meet the needs of all children in care
• Provide a stable and stimulating environment
• Seek out community resources and support
• Be willing to develop common goals with the parents
• Be professional 

What to consider when looking for child care:

• Have you given yourself lots of time to choose quality care?  Some programs have waiting lists.  Explore all the options: Registered home, licensed centres and licensed homes.
• Conduct an initial screen by telephone: then visit.
• Does the child care provider have a philosophy common to your family's?
• Are their views on educational material, nutrition and behaviour guidance similar to yours?
• Look for positive, clear communication between yourself and your child care choice.
• Is the the child care accessible and affordable?
• Check all references given to you.
• Choose someone you feel will like your child and whom you can talk to and trust.
• Think long term.  Is care in your community, close to schools?
• When child care is not available, who will be your back up?

Halton Child Care Registry

The Best Way to Search for Child Care in:

Oakville

Burlington

Milton,

Acton & Georgetown