ADHD and Childcare

There is no one-size-fits-all rule when it comes to finding the right child care provider. In general, parents usually look for providers that are conveniently located, affordable, properly certified and licensed, and have a good emergency plan.

 

While all parents want to find the best child care for their child or children, parents of children with ADHD and/or other special needs must weigh additional considerations. These include:

  • ratio of caregivers to children
  • making sure staff are skilled in caring for children with ADHD and/or other special needs
  • ensuring that the provider sees parents as partners

Ideally, environments that are beneficial to children with ADHD offer highly-structured surroundings and consistency through set routines, policies, and procedures. The best way to learn about a program and its ability to accommodate children with ADHD is to speak with the program staff directly. Ask about their experience caring for children with ADHD and what, if any, accommodations they are willing to offer a child with ADHD and/or other special needs. Child care staff should also be able to implement behavior management techniques that support what parents may be doing at home.

General information on childcare can be found below, as well as a brochure on finding childcare for special needs children that is published by ChildCareAware.

Updated: August, 2014

 

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