[Jordan]

If I was a parent of a young child I would want my childcare provider to first and most importantly provide a safe and loving environment. I would also want to make sure they were feeding them properly and providing learning and educational experiences.

[Anna N.]

If you were the parent of a young child, what do you think are the 3 most important things that you want from your child’s provider?

The three most important things that I would want from a child care provider would be

1. To keep my child safe and away from harms way

2. Constant communication

3. To accommodate for my child and make sure that the needs of my child are observed and thoroughly taken care of

Three fears that I would have would be

1. My child getting seriously hurt

2. My child being in an unsafe environment, let that be emotionally or physically

3. What kind of education they are getting; lack of good education along with what kind of influence they are receiving from the providers

[Katy Sampayo]

1. Desearía que fuera una persona cariñosa y amable para que mi hijo se sienta en confianza, al igual conmigo.

2. Atención, protección y apoyo a las necesidades de mi hijo.

3. Me gustaría que el tipo de enseñanza sea con juegos, dinámicas y actividades lúdicas.

1. Abuso infantil

2. Maltrato y poca atención a sus necesidades .

3. Mi hijo no se sienta en confianza

[Tania Flores]

1.I would want them to be caring,supportive and protective of my child.

2. I would fear abuse,neglect and not being safe.

[Laysha]

If you were the parent of a young child, what do you think are the 3 most important things that you want from your child’s provider?

Three things I would want my child’s provider to give attention, support and patience to the child. every child learns at a different pace, but they all learn when they know they are safe. Providing a safe place for children is a must.

[Autumn]

If I was the parent of a young child, the three things I would want from my child’s provider are: for them to love my child, for them to want my child to learn, and for them to want to keep my child safe.

The three fears I would have leaving my child in someone else’s care are: Something bad happening to my child, the person taking care of my child not being able to get a hold of me, and my child not actively being watched by the person taking care of them.

[Tetiana Nix]

As a parent of a young child, I would want to know these three important things from my provider

How did my child do in general?

Does my child get along with other kids

Did my child eat?

[Samantha Lucey]

If you were the parent of a young child, what do you think are the 3 most important things that you want from your child’s provider?

The 3 most important things I look for are 1) the cleanliness of the center or home, it can say a lot on how they care for the materialist things they have to care for, as well as the safety and health of the children in their care. 2) How they communicate with me, either it be how they respond to questions or concerns I have, or questions asked to me about my child. 3) How much my child is learning and growing in a social environment, I like to know lesson plans or I have the teacher tell me what they did so I can help my child continue their learning at home.

[allie]

As a parent of a young child, the three most important things I would want from my child’s provider are:

1. Safety and Security: I would want assurance that my child is in a safe and secure environment where their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being are prioritized. This includes measures such as childproofing the environment, maintaining appropriate adult-to-child ratios, and implementing safety protocols.

2. Communication: I would value open and transparent communication from my child’s provider. This includes regular updates on my child’s activities, development, and well-being, as well as timely communication about any concerns or incidents that may arise. I would also appreciate opportunities for parent-provider conferences to discuss my child’s progress and any questions or concerns I may have.

3. Nurturing and Support: I would want my child’s provider to offer nurturing and supportive care that promotes my child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development. This includes providing opportunities for play, exploration, and learning in a stimulating and nurturing environment. I would also appreciate providers who are attentive to my child’s individual needs, preferences, and interests, and who offer personalized care and support.

Overall, I would want my child’s provider to create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment where my child feels valued, supported, and cared for, allowing them to thrive and reach their full potential.

[Christina Rachelle Fiant]

1) The three things I would want most would be:

-To know that the provider truly cared for my child and their individual needs – that they weren’t just another number but were specifically noticed and thought of.

-I would want the provider to care about the family and welcome all of us, to respect and value what my approaches and trials of things to help my child were, and to value my input about the child and be eager to receive it.

-I would want the provider to share specific observations and thoughts about my child and what they did throughout their day, how they interacted with their peers, things they said or showed, etc.

2) Three fears with leaving my child in someone’s care might be:

-What things will they example for my child? Will my child see things that will negatively impact the values I want to impart to them?

-What will they talk to my child like? Will they correct in a way that is too harsh and doesn’t help my child understand? Or will they not correct or discipline when they should? Will they focus too much on correction in the classroom and not enough on understanding perspectives from a little child’s point of view? Will they spend a good deal of time also praising my child for what they did right?

-Will my child be overlooked? Will they not have the necessary security they need, the love, care, and gentle guidance.

[Bethany]

I would want: safety, kindness, encouragement of my child’s skills and interests

I would fear: harm (physical/emotional), that I would miss important moments of my child’s life,

[Marlene White]

3 things that i was looking for when i was looking for a place for my daughter was a place where i felt safe and clean. second was a place where i felt they really cared and she would be nurtured and cared for and third was a place where the focus wasn’t in just fun but also educational even at such a young age. my biggest fear was abuse and neglect. second bad influence (actions or opinions that my child might bring home that don’t mesh with our beliefs) and third her feeling left out or bullied

[Mackenzie]

3 expectations would be them being treated kindly, being in a safe and clean environment, and having caregivers that care about them and their development. 3 concerns would be possibilities of abuse or neglect, an unsafe or unsanitary environment, and inattentive caregivers.

[Mason]

The three most important things I would want my child to have are a<font color=”rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)” face=”inherit”> clean and safe environment, </font>appropriate<font color=”rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)” face=”inherit”> care and attention, as well as quality knowledge support.</font>

Specific fears I would have is opening up for potential safety risk, accidents and injuries, as well as potential health risks

[Vladyslav]

As a parent, I would prioritize communication, trustworthiness, and partnership from my child’s provider. I would want regular updates, confidence in their safety and care, and collaboration in supporting my child’s development. My fears when leaving my child in someone’s care would revolve around safety, emotional well-being, and the quality of care provided, including concerns about accidents, separation anxiety, and inadequate supervision or attention to individual needs.