Ok.. I know there are a million + posts about this but I am not sure if I have hours to peruse them to find specific advice... I opened recently and have yet to find "ideal" families, full time families, etc.... I have found that in order to cover my costs and make it "worth it" financially what I currently charge is simply not enough.
I realize many do not post what they charge; however, I am looking for some honest feedback on this... so here goes....
Currently I charge $25/day/child.... regardless if they attend one day or five....
I have been reading everything on the forum trying to see other structures to help me with my revamp... after about 5 different "rough drafts" this is what I decided on...
5 days a week $125/wk
4 days a week $110/wk
3 set days a week $90/wk
3 variable days a week $100/wk
Half day $20/day
After school (up to 3 hrs) $50/week
Drop In $35/day
I have more specific hour limitations listed on my formal sheet but I think you can get the just of everything with this list.
Is this too much of a dramatic increase? What do I do about the people that have asked about care at a earlier time? I mean those that have already asked and have yet to contract? Current clients?
I am doing this as many people are seeking a day here or there or say 2 days a week... Just trying to make everything balance.. if that makes sense. Any comments, suggestions, and advice are welcome!
I realize many do not post what they charge; however, I am looking for some honest feedback on this... so here goes....
Currently I charge $25/day/child.... regardless if they attend one day or five....
I have been reading everything on the forum trying to see other structures to help me with my revamp... after about 5 different "rough drafts" this is what I decided on...
5 days a week $125/wk
4 days a week $110/wk
3 set days a week $90/wk
3 variable days a week $100/wk
Half day $20/day
After school (up to 3 hrs) $50/week
Drop In $35/day
I have more specific hour limitations listed on my formal sheet but I think you can get the just of everything with this list.
Is this too much of a dramatic increase? What do I do about the people that have asked about care at a earlier time? I mean those that have already asked and have yet to contract? Current clients?
I am doing this as many people are seeking a day here or there or say 2 days a week... Just trying to make everything balance.. if that makes sense. Any comments, suggestions, and advice are welcome!
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