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What to look for in a playgroup



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pinkbubbles




 
 
    
 

Post Tue, Dec 15 2009, 10:01 am
I'd love your experience and tips please.

DS is 14 months old and I'd like to put him in playgroup 2 or 3 times a week just for 3-4 hours. I've never done this before and I'm very picky about who looks after him, so I just need some advice on what to look for in a playgroup besides for obvious red flags.



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Tehilla




 
 
    
 

Post Tue, Dec 15 2009, 10:11 am
Many things I'll mention you're already looking for, but here's my list.

--Teacher/child ratio

--If 'frumkeit' is a concern, if it meets your requirement

--Safety knowledge & procedures

--Menu/snack requirements

--Happy teacher means happy children usually

--Contact other parents

--Room to play & toys

--Observation more than once if possible, or surprise visits

--Vacation & 'sick' days rules


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chilled




 
 
    
 

Post Tue, Dec 15 2009, 10:18 am
are you looking for an offical legal playgroup or a babysitter? there are babysitters who are great and caring.
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pinkbubbles




 
 
    
 

Post Tue, Dec 15 2009, 10:23 am
what do you mean by official? here there is something called Ofsted but it makes no difference in me choosing one playgroup over another..
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