Why Daycare is Better Than a Nanny
When the time comes to make decisions about daycare, you might not know where to start.
ABC Early Childhood Learning Center can help!
We understand it can be very stressful for new parents to make the decision between traditional daycare and hiring a nanny.
Ultimately, parents will come to find out that this decision is family-specific, and that time and money will play a major role in their decision.
How To Decide Between Daycare and a Nanny
When it comes to planning, it is important to note that traditional daycare and hiring a nanny have their pros and cons.
The first step in deciding which childcare route to take is to examine three key factors:
● Schedule
● Timeline
● Budget
Determining when you will return to work, how you will be returning to work (full time, part-time, remote working), and your childcare budget are all very important to determine as you decide between daycare and a nanny.
The ABCs of Daycare
Daycare centers are crafted to care for children up to preschool age.
Facilities are required to be state-inspected and run by licensed caregivers. In these centers, children are offered educational services and playtime, in addition to more structured activities for younger children. At these facilities, the ratio of children to caregivers is higher, but it is important to note that children will be divided into groups based on age.
It is up to each family to weigh the pros and cons:
Pros
● Structured days for not only the children but the parents as well.
● Professional caregivers are licensed, and facilities are under regulation.
● Prioritize education and focus on introducing early childhood education.
● Allow for social development with other children.
Con
● Daycare can be costly, as the average cost is over $11,000 per year.
● Structured hours can also be difficult for some parents.
Although there are some negatives to daycare, it still tends to be a better option for families than hiring a nanny. When going the daycare route, children are exposed to other children, allowing them to develop social skills and build relationships from a young age. In addition to this, the structure that daycare centers provide to young children provides for numerous benefits.
The ABCs of a Nanny
A nanny is an individual caregiver who provides in-home care based on a provided schedule. Let’s go ahead and dive into the pros and cons of hiring a nanny:
Pros
● Personalized schedule, since you are hiring the nanny personally, you can design their plan.
● Customized care for your child, as the care tends to be one on one.
Con
● No oversight. Although you can install a nanny-cam in your home, there is no one else watching over the nanny and baby.
● Very expensive, unless you have multiple children being provided care by the nanny, it tends to cost around $700 each week, which is more expensive than traditional daycare.
● Lots of extra paperwork, as you are responsible for filing the nanny’s W-2.
It may be helpful to ask other moms or use online services to find local recommendations. If you are looking for affordable, quality childcare, contact ABC Early Childhood Learning Center in Colerain Township, Ohio.
Book A Tour or Happy Visit with ABC Early Childhood Learning Center
At the end of the day, it is a family-by-family decision about which childcare option is the best for you. The most important thing is to find a childcare option that makes you feel comfortable!
ABC Early Childhood Learning Center understands that you might be unsure about trusting your child with a daycare. That’s why we offer happy visits to get your child comfortable in the new environment and feel safe with the teachers and other students.
Get the childcare you have always wanted for your child. Contact ABC Early Childhood Learning Center at (513) 923-4300 or reach out to us at [email protected]. You can also ask us any questions on this easy online contact form.