A child development center can provide a safe and enriching environment where your young ones may spend the day while you go to work, run errands, and take care of household tasks. Sharing certain information with the staff and administrators can help them provide the best possible care for your kids. Here's what to inform them of. 

What Information Should You Share With a Child Care Center?

1. Contact Information

During enrollment, a child development center will have you fill out forms that ask for the contact information of parents and guardians. Include your home and mobile phone numbers, home and work addresses, and email address. 

Additionally, provide emergency contact information. Choose a person you trust, such as a family member or close friend, who lives in your area and can promptly arrive at the child care facility in the event of an emergency. If you ever change phone numbers or addresses, inform your provider so that they'll have the most up-to-date contact information. 

2. Medical History & Concerns 

Letting your child care provider know about your young one's medical history can help them keep your kids healthy and happy. For instance, informing them about your child's food allergies or the times of day they should take medications allows them to accommodate your young one. They can also create a more comfortable and accessible environment for learning and playing. 

3. Your Child's Favorites

Your child's interests can make excellent conversation starters, allowing teachers to engage more effectively with your kids. Therefore, don't hesitate to tell them about your son's or daughter's preferred interests. If your child experiences separation anxiety or becomes upset during the day, the staff can provide favorite toys and games to help them feel more at ease. 

4. Life Changes 

Children experiencing significant life changes, such as a move or the loss of a pet, might experience stress that temporarily causes them to exhibit different behavior at school. If you let your childcare provider know about these changes, they can adjust expectations and develop a better understanding of your young one. They can also take care to promote a sense of calm and safety in the classroom. 

When you're looking for a child-focused, educational environment for your kids, enroll them in Academic Advantage Child Development Center. This child development center offers infant, toddler, preschool and school-age programs to clients throughout Lincoln, NE, and the surrounding communities. Call (402) 421-7301 to sign up your young ones for child care, and visit the website to learn more about their curricula by age group.