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How many members should the board have and can they be the same people who run the daycare?

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No, it cannot be all of the same people who run the daycare. Some can be involved, but the entire board cannot be made up of them. There isn't a set number for a board, but consider having an odd number of people, so in the event of a vote, there isn't a chance of a tie.

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How can I start a daycare out of my house?

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Check with your local department of family and child services, or look up child care licensing and you should be directed to the appropriate website for your area. You will need to take a course and pass an examination, and become CPR certified.. Usually you will need at least one fire extinguisher, a carbon monoxide detector and a fire alarm in EACH room of the house, fire escape exits in every room, and appropriate child-proofing. You'll want to make sure your house has sufficient space to meet local requirements as well.

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Can I limit the number of kids in a nonprofit childcare to only 1-2?

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Many times you will need to have more children than that in order to be classified as a non-profit childcare center, but you will need to check about your individual state's requirements.

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Do I have to be licensed?

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This depends on your location. However, most people would prefer a licensed provider, as it makes them feel safer.

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How do I determine how many children I can have at my home daycare?

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That depends on how many sinks and toilet you have. In Texas you can have 17 children for every toilet you have.

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Can I turn an in-home daycare that I already run into a nonprofit?

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You should be able to, but you need to contact your local state or county childcare agency for state-specific details.

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What happens if my nonprofit daycare turns a profit?

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Try to reinvest those extra profit into your center, such as materials, new hires or training.

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