I do paper copies. I do this every year and then when a client leaves. I also ask them for a testimonial type letter when they leave. As for wacky or absurd suggestions I just mention them in my newsletter or talk to them in person so at least they feel that have been heard. for example I live in a two-story condo and so we have only 2 parking spots designated for my unit. Parking is limited especially when my fiance and BIL are home and parked in both spots. I had one DCM put in the sugestion portion to have more parking lol. Short of me moving there's no way of that happening but I talked to her and said that more parking would be great and that my next home would deffinetely have more parking.

I have them write their names on them so that I can use them as testimonials on my website and such when they say nice things. I can put a name to the quote but it's not necessary. Prospective clients can still look at them and read the good stuff and doubt that they'd care that there wasn't a name on it.

I wanted my new one have more essay style questions and less "on a scale of 1-5" questions. So far this is what I came up with. (I edited the format to be able to copy and paste it on here and have it all fit)

Child Care Evaluation Form

Child’s Name: _________________ Date of enrollment: ______________

Please answer the following questions:

Strong Good Needs Improvement

1.The day care provider shows my child one
on one attention and affection. 5 4 3 2 1
2.We are comfortable with the environment. 5 4 3 2 1
3.My child seems to be thriving well under
the day care provider’s care. 5 4 3 2 1
4.My child seems content and happy to be
with the day care provider. 5 4 3 2 1
5.The day care provider seems knowledgeable
about child care. 5 4 3 2 1
6.The day care provider is communicative. 5 4 3 2 1
7.My child is well taken care of at day care. 5 4 3 2 1
8.The day care provider is providing a safe
environment. 5 4 3 2 1

When you enter the day care do you feel welcome? Does your child feel welcome? If not, what can we do to make it feel more welcoming?
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Do you feel like your child is in a safe environment? Is there anything that concerns you regarding safety?
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Do you feel like the child care provider communicates with you effectively? If not, how can we improve our communication with you?
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please make any suggestions that you believe would help to improve the day care.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please explain what you like about the day care provider and the day care services.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Thank you for taking the time to fill this evaluation out. It is important to me to know what you think about the day care and what areas need improvement.

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