I have a few people interested in part time care right now. While I don't have a problem with that, I really wanted to have full time kids because it is a consistent, steady schedule, along with consistent, steady pay.
99% of home daycares in my area charge a flat $100/week full time. Unlicensed home daycares are $90-$100.
I'm trying to think of ways to bring in full time kids between the ages of 2 and 5 (as my playroom is geared for toddlers and preschoolers). I am thinking of advertising for $80/week full time. This would give parents an incentive to change their current daycare provider (as they would save money). Since we are so close to the beginning of another year, I could have a pay increase 6 months later, and up my rates to $90 or $100/week. I'm hoping parents would stay with me because I would offer everything they are looking for in good care and educational support.
Or.... I can stick with what I'm finding with part time. The problem with part time is the income. It's unreliable, and so are the parents (since they don't need me that bad, and could always find care with a babysitter, family member, or a non-licensed SAHM).
What would you do? Advertise lower to get spots filled, and then do a rate increase 6-12 months later and see who stays?
99% of home daycares in my area charge a flat $100/week full time. Unlicensed home daycares are $90-$100.
I'm trying to think of ways to bring in full time kids between the ages of 2 and 5 (as my playroom is geared for toddlers and preschoolers). I am thinking of advertising for $80/week full time. This would give parents an incentive to change their current daycare provider (as they would save money). Since we are so close to the beginning of another year, I could have a pay increase 6 months later, and up my rates to $90 or $100/week. I'm hoping parents would stay with me because I would offer everything they are looking for in good care and educational support.
Or.... I can stick with what I'm finding with part time. The problem with part time is the income. It's unreliable, and so are the parents (since they don't need me that bad, and could always find care with a babysitter, family member, or a non-licensed SAHM).
What would you do? Advertise lower to get spots filled, and then do a rate increase 6-12 months later and see who stays?
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