Types of Childcare Quiz

In the blank column, insert the correct terms to match each definition.

Complete the following table to advise which types of childcare would be most appropriate for each situation. You may put more than one type for each group.

How many children can legally be cared for in one family day care setting?

Centres that receive Child Care Benefit funding must follow the government Priority of Access guidelines. List the three current guidelines: i. ii. iii.

Explain why playgroup is an inappropriate childcare option for working parents.

List three differences between Long Day Care and Preschool. i. ii. iii.

List three similarities between informal childcare and family day care i. ii. iii.

Research information about the following three types of in-home carers: i. Nannies: a. Qualifications: b. Payment/Wages/Eligible for Child Care Benefit: c. Living arrangement: d. Additional home duties: ii. Au Pairs: a. Qualifications: b. Payment/Wages/Eligible for Child Care Benefit: c. Living arrangement:

Formal childcare for large numbers of children in day care centres, day nurseries and crèches. Usually for long hours such as 7:00am-6:30pm. Qualified are staff employed.

Formal or informal groups that meet to cater for the play and social needs of babies and children. Usually held in community or church facilities.