Well if choosing and in home, ask if they are licensed or not. That will make a huge difference in their standards and qualification. Also ask for a background check. Before opening my own, I had a horrible experience. Our provider had prior charges for drug possession, use in presence of minor, and child desertion.

Definitely check on hours and sick kid policy. Make sure their hours will work for you. also if your kiddo gets sick what is the protocol / how sick is "too sick" for daycare.

I would go with a daycare center because they’re typically held to higher standards with lower ratios. Some have cameras, they may or may not be accessible off site. Also ask about parent teacher communication. Will you be providing diapers wipes and food or does the center offer it. Ask the teachers on the tours questions about their classrooms. Also I would suggest a walk in tour. Catching people off guard give you a chance to see the reality not just what they’re trying to sell you on.

How many kids per adult is what I always think of. Especially in in home daycares.