Day to Day Running

Practical guidance on managing daily operations and policies in day nurseries. Topics include insurance, staffing, parental contracts, fee structures and handling challenging situations with children.

Dealing with Parents at Day Nurseries

Day nursery owners can reduce parent conflicts by setting clear policies, handling complaints professionally, and staying flexible when issues arise.

Establishing a Sick Child Policy for a Day Nursery

Day nurseries need clear sick child policies to protect all children and help parents understand when to keep kids home from care.

How to Ensure Sufficient Staff Coverage at Day Nurseries

Get the staff-to-child ratios right and maintain legal compliance at your day nursery with proper hiring practices.

Insurance Coverage for Day Nurseries

Day nurseries need specific insurance coverage for buildings, staff, and children to protect against liability and unexpected losses.

Prospective Parent Tours

Help prospective parents choose the right nursery by showing them what your day care actually offers and how you operate.

Setting Up Appropriate Discipline Policies at Day Nurseries

Day nurseries need clear discipline policies based on positive reinforcement, age-appropriate rules, and respectful correction methods for staff.

Setting Up Parental Contracts for Day Nurseries

Create clear parental contracts for your day nursery to set payment terms, deposits and late fees that protect your business.

Tips for Setting Fees at Your Day Nursery

Figure out what to charge at your day nursery by calculating your costs and checking what others in your area are charging.

What to Do When a Child Says No!

When young children start saying no, it's usually about testing boundaries and learning independence, here's how to handle it constructively.