1. Child Care Options Child Development
Chapter 3-3
Child Care Options
Child Development

2. Vocabulary Nanny – live-in care provided by trained professional
Family child care – small number of children are cared for in an individual’s own home
Play groups – parents take turns providing care of their children and others in their own home

3. Vocabulary (continued)
Child care centers – provides specific learning activities through structured routines
Parent co-ops – organized by preschool teachers with parents assisting with staffing the center

4. Vocabulary (continued)
Head Start – federally funded program to assist disadvantaged children
Preschool – educational half-day program for children ages 3-5
Montessori – specialized preschool program promoting independence

5. Vocabulary (continued)
License – permission from the state to perform a certain task; must meet minimum standards
NAEYC – National Association for the Education of Young Children: accredits day care programs
Accreditation – centers meet NAEYC strict standards for education of children

6. What two factors influence the cost of child care?
The type of care – most expensive: nanny
The age of child – most expensive: infants

7. All child care can be divided into two groups:
Home-based care – receive care in child’s own or another family’s home
Center-based care – professionally trained adults in classroom-like settings

8. Examples of Home-based Care
Nanny
Family child care
Play groups

9. Examples of Center-based Care
Child care centers
Parent co-ops
Head Start
Preschool
Montessori

10. Characteristics of Quality Child Care
Qualified staff
Safe environment
Strong curriculum
Good communication between staff and parents
Ongoing staff development opportunities