Are you weighing your options for high-quality child care, trying to figure out whether you should choose a center close to home…or right by the office? Take a look at these reasons why a reliable child care center near work can be a game changer.
It simplifies your commute. When you’re heading to the same town for child care and work, you won’t need to get off the highway at that exit that always backs up…or take the long way to the office, just because the center’s on the way.
It makes drop-off easier. You’ll already be close to your office when it’s time for drop-off, so most days, you won’t need to rush it.
It gives you a more gradual transition. If you’re returning to work post-leave, spending time away from your little one can be difficult. But a child care center near your office can help ease the transition.
It gives you the opportunity to drop in during the day. Whether you have an infant or a preschooler, a nearby center makes it easier to stop by — to feed your baby, take your preschooler to lunch, read a book to the class, or just to say hi.
It makes it easier to attend classroom events. When you’re close by, you’ll be more likely to make it to the Thanksgiving lunch or your child’s classroom birthday celebration. You won’t have to think about long drive times to and from, and, if you can’t stay for the full event, you’ll have the opportunity to stop in, even if it’s just for a few minutes.
It simplifies sick days. When you get the dreaded “She isn’t feeling well” call, pick-up will be much easier than it would be if the child care center was across town…or even further away.
It gives you the chance to get to know your colleagues. With a child care center close to your office, there are probably other employees who bring their children there, too. This is a great way to get to know people who work for your company that might be in other departments…who you likely wouldn’t have met otherwise.
It helps you avoid a stressful pick-up. On days you have to work a little bit later, days when traffic is horrendous, or days when the weather is posing a challenge, you’ll have peace of mind, knowing that it’ll only take you a few minutes to get to the center for pick-up.
Choosing a child care center close to work can make life easier for everyone. Take a look at your options, weigh the pros and cons, and make a decision that works for your whole family.
