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    Aug 24, 2007, 11:54 AM
    How to start a daycare center
    Hello I need to obtain information on how to start a daycare center? I would like to know how to get started, what kind of requirements are involved. Thanks
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    Aug 24, 2007, 11:55 AM
    I would suggest starting with sba.gov
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    Aug 24, 2007, 12:42 PM
    You should also check out your states official web page they will list out the requirement regarding permits and licensing that are required to run a daycare in that state.
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    Aug 24, 2007, 12:44 PM
    I did a GOOGLE search and found a ton of info -- 2nd link is one I looked at

    how to start a daycare center - Google Search

    How to Start a Daycare - How to Start Your Own Day Care - How to Start a Daycare Center - How to Start a Day Care Business

    Like to help people -- please encourage me
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    Aug 24, 2007, 06:47 PM
    Your county Social Service has, as part of their work, the function of licensing a day care. So call them and ask for the requirements to be licensed. You have to have them inspect your home and also the Fire Department will make an inspection with recommendations on what you need to buy. Also, talk to a good tax person about what you can legally deduct as expenses, if you are doing this out of your home. Also check into your state's nutrition program for daycare providers. I do not know what your state calls the program, here it is called, "Heartland Nutrition." Whatever the name is in your state, it provides education and financial reimbursement for daycare providers.

    Good luck. I did this for a number of years and it was a lot of work but a lot of fun too.
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    Aug 24, 2007, 08:24 PM
    Yes, each state will have its own rules and laws and regulations ( and you will find out the difference of each) but there are rules and laws on how you fix the food, here day care centers have to have their kitchens inspected by the health depart. There are rules about number of staff per child, requirement for education of certain staff, type of bunks or mats, type of play equipment allowed and so on.
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