How Do You Start Child Daycare Business?
Parents and grandparents need safe and affordable daycare to care for children during working hours. A daycare owner provides stimulating activities for children during the day. She will also provide meals and snacks and ensure children have access to stimulating activities to develop motor, social and intellectual skills. Daycare owners, like any business, must meet state licensing requirements and set up the daycare site. Prepare for business. Request a childcare license application from the state department of licensing. Complete and return the application. Also, apply for an employer identification number (which is used for tax purposes) with the IRS (see Resources). A business license, which can be obtained at the city hall department, needs to be secured. Your state may also require a childcare course. This course may last several hours. Find a business location. Some daycare owners choose to operate a business in the home. This provides low overhead costs and reduces start-up ex