Parents: When choosing caregivers...

Look for those who:

• Enjoy working with young children.

• Give young children plenty of individual attention.

• Understand how young children learn.

• Speak gently to children.

• Establish routines for activities.

• Are responsive to parents' concerns about their children.

• Accept and discipline children through helping, teaching, and learning.

Also look for:

• Clean, pleasant surroundings.

• Nutritious meals and snacks that are varied, attractive, and served at appropriate times.

• A balance of active and quiet play times.

• Age-appropriate toys, books, art and music materials.

• Indoor and outdoor play areas that are safe and secure, and promote a child's urge to explore.

Services to Parents...

We are ready to assist you in locating your child care options in Northcentral Arkansas. To place a referral online, refer to the navigation pane to the right and click on "Help Me Find Child Care". Fill out the required information and a referral agent will contact you shortly.

Our services include:

• A complete, up-to-date listing of registered and licensed child care homes, centers, preschools and Mother’s Day Out programs in your area.

• Information on how to choose a child care provider.

• A parent's checklist for evaluating the quality of a child care program.

• Assistance in solving problems.

• Opt in for email updates and newsletters.

• Referrals to other service programs.