Infants
Enrolling in an Illinois daycare means an application, a health exam, proof of age, pickup and emergency contacts and several consents. Here is a checklist so nothing is missed.
Early Kindergarten
Illinois daycares need your written approval before using sunscreen or insect repellent on your child. Here is what the rules say, what doctors advise by age and what to send.
Toddler
Most daycare concerns are solved by talking with the teacher, then the director. If a problem breaks licensing rules or a child may be hurt, Illinois has clear ways to report it.
Pre-school
Illinois daycare centers must hold fire drills every month and tornado drills twice a year, post floor plans in every room and keep written emergency plans. Here is what that means.
Early Pre-school
Illinois licensed daycares must use positive guidance, share a discipline policy and never use physical punishment or expel a child for challenging behavior. Here is what the rules say.
