Free Resources for Families
Practical information to help families choose childcare, prepare for daycare, support development, understand everyday policies, find assistance, and build strong relationships with childcare providers.
Helping families feel more prepared
CubbyTrack's Parent Resource Center brings common childcare topics together in one easy place.
Know what to look for when comparing childcare centers, family childcare homes, preschools, and other care options.
Help your child and your family prepare for a new childcare routine with practical planning before the first day.
Make drop-off, pickup, meals, naps, and the transition between home and childcare a little easier to manage.
Learn about development, play, communication, and ways families can support learning alongside their childcare provider.
Understand common childcare health and safety practices and the information your provider may need from your family.
Explore ways families may be able to reduce childcare costs through assistance programs and other resources.
Strong communication between families and childcare teams helps everyone stay informed about a child's needs and daily experiences.
Find official state resources for childcare assistance, early learning, health, family support, and other programs.
State Resources
Explore childcare financial assistance, early learning, licensing, health, and family support resources for all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
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Access free childcare forms for emergency contacts, medications, allergies, authorized pickup, permissions, and more.
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Centers using CubbyTrack can give families access to billing, payments, enrollment information, messages, health records, and everyday childcare information.
Parent Sign InQuestions to Ask a Childcare Provider
How do you communicate with families during the day?
What are your illness and medication policies?
How are children supervised throughout the day?
What training and qualifications do staff members have?
How do you handle meals, naps, and daily routines?
What happens if my child is injured or becomes sick?
How do you support children who have difficulty separating?
How do families receive updates about development and behavior?
Important
CubbyTrack provides general educational information for families. Childcare rules, financial assistance programs, health recommendations, and eligibility requirements can vary and may change. For licensing or assistance questions, verify information with the appropriate state or local agency. For questions about your child's health or development, consult an appropriate qualified professional.
Childcare works better when families stay connected
Billing, enrollment, communication, health information, daily care, and family records can all stay connected in one childcare management platform.
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