Home Daycare Interview Checklist
Preparing Your Space
- ☐ Tidy and sanitize the main playroom
- ☐ Clean bathroom and check supplies (toilet paper, soap, wipes)
- ☐ Wipe down dining and craft areas
- ☐ Clear clutter from entryway
- ☐ Light a candle or start diffuser for a cozy atmosphere
- ☐ Set out tissues, hand sanitizer, or a small welcome sign (optional)
Materials to Prepare
- ☐ Printed Parent Handbook
- ☐ Printed Contract/Enrolment Agreement
- ☐ Enrolment Form(s)
- ☐ Business cards or a welcome folder (optional)
- ☐ Clipboard or binder for note-taking
- ☐ Pen and highlighter
Areas to Showcase During Tour
- ☐ Main playroom and learning centres
- ☐ Circle time or reading nook
- ☐ High chair / snack & meal area
- ☐ Nap or quiet rest space
- ☐ Bathroom and potty training setup
- ☐ Cubbies, hooks, or storage space for children’s belongings
- ☐ Outdoor play space (weather permitting)
Topics to Cover in Discussion
- ☐ Daily routine and schedule
- ☐ Educational philosophy and learning activities
- ☐ Discipline and behaviour management approach
- ☐ Potty training policy
- ☐ Food/snack policies and allergies
- ☐ Illness and health policy
- ☐ Vacation, closures, and statutory holidays
- ☐ Late pickup policy
- ☐ Screen time and nap expectations
- ☐ Communication methods with parents
- ☐ Enrolment process and deposit information
Space for Parent Questions
- ☐ Invite questions and take time to listen
- ☐ Offer to send digital versions of the handbook or contract
- ☐ Let them take printed materials home to review
Final Reminders
- ☐ Smile and make eye contact
- ☐ Be honest and confident in your approach
- ☐ Trust your instincts about fit
- ☐ Follow up within 24–48 hours if they haven’t reached out