Parents provide: Diapers or pull-ups, diaper cream, and an extra set of clothing (bottoms, socks, top, underwear) that remains here.

I supply everything else.

I have a large cabinet in my classroom and each child has a shelf with their supplies and I have a shelf for the supplies I provide.

I used to have parents supply sunscreen, wipes, etc but it got to be too much. I upped my fee, purchased the items myself and write it off during tax time.

FWIW:

Regarding sunscreen, parents sign a permission form granting me permission to supply and apply sunscreen to their child. I purchase either Neutrogena or Coppertone (whichever is on sale at Costco.) If a child uses a specific brand of sunscreen parents are required to supply it themselves.

Same with wipes.

I also only enroll children ages 18 months+ so I don't have to consider formula, baby food, bottles, etc.

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