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Was thinking of starting a private daycare in my home was just wondering how much interest there would be In it

The shortage is really for subsidized care. That being said you will likely do fine staying private as well but spots take a bit longer to fill depending on the time of year/your hours/location.

I'm in desperate need of an infant spot for mid-October!

There is a shortage of licensed child care. Families need the comfort of a daycare that is trained and subsidized. It is nice of you to offer babysitting services. The problem is that children over 12 will also be needing jobs over the summer. I bet you will be able to find more business in September.

There is a need for subsidized care(would have to be licensed) and for QUALITY care. (keep in mind, quality can be private care too) Being private you can only have 4 with no more than 2 under 2 years so keep that in mind if you have children of your own.  
 
Opening a home daycare is NOT babysitting though! It is like any other business and will require lots of time, effort and money. There are costs involved and you will likely spend more time working from home than you ever did when you worked out of the home. It is not as easy as just opening your home to "babysit". From my experience, too many open up thinking it will be an easy way to make money while getting to stay home and than they close up within 1-3 years after they realize the work that needs to be involved. It isn't for everyone!! However, saying that, it is one of the most rewarding jobs you will ever have  
 
Summer can be hit and miss for starting but Fall is usually the biggest demand. This year, going from inquiries I've had, September has a huge need for care! Good luck if you decide to open The biggest piece of advice I can give is to have a solid contract in place!

I think there is a huge need for day care in Brandon. Not just for subsidized spots. I'm looking for a spot for January and every day care I've contacted has put me on a wait list. Some day cares don't have spots opening until 2018! I'm also in the day care registry list which isn't looking any more promising for getting a spot. Where are all these daycares with open spots??

The thing is most people only give the minimum amount of notice required when leaving their daycare. This gives most short notice to fill spots. Only those who go on mat leave or kids going to school give lots of notice. You will find a spot but it will likely be last minute.

J85 said "I think there is a huge need for day care in Brandon. Not just for subsidized spots. I'm looking for a spot for January and every day care I've contacted has put me on a wait list. Some day cares don't have spots opening until 2018! I'm also in the day care registry list which isn't looking any more promising for getting a spot. Where are all these daycares with open spots?? "

Many home daycares have 2-4 weeks withdrawal notices so this plays a part. It's not often that many can say they'll have a spot open in 6 months time so most have waiting lists. It's really all about timing and luck sometimes. There are times that the market is over saturated with daycare spots open and wonderful, experienced providers are sitting with open spaces for awhile and than other times providers can fill their spaces without even advertising! It can be an inconsistent market and that''s also something you need to prepare for before opening a hdc.  
 
J85, send messages to every daycare in the ebrandon Childcare section and also place an ad here https://www.facebook.com/groups/420744294679021/?ref=:ts&fref=:ts  
 
You will most likely find a spot but like lovemygirl said, it may not be until November/December. You might also have to pay for a spot early to guarantee you'll have one come January. Good luck!!  
 
Edited by sammy, 2016-06-01 15:10:38

Know of a Dayhome that has a Fulltime available spot coming up!