Child Care
Finding it, paying for it, training and more ...
BrightStars ............... 855-398-7605
535 Centerville Rd, Warwick
BrightStars assists families in finding quality child care, education and afterschool programs. BrightStars also
evaluates the quality of these programs. The more stars a program has, the more research-based best practices
are used that support children, families and the professionals caring for the children.
Children’s Friend ............... 276-4300
RI’s child development & education training system. Provides training/ consultation to early care, school age child care,
and education providers statewide through workshops (that fulfill state professional development requirements),
conferences, a professional library containing over 3,700 books, videos, prop boxes, educational toys, and program
resources; traveling satellite lending library; sponsors the Child & Adult Care Food Program for licensed family
child care providers.
DCYF Daycare Licensing ............... 528-3624
Licensing family home daycares and daycare centers, and information
on finding qualified care near you.
Babysitting Classes
The American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course ............... 831-7700 or 1-800-842-1122
For children 11-15 years old.
Lifespan Community Health Services ............... 444-8009
Sponsored by Hasbro Children’s Hospital, Safe Sitter advocates for safe childcare, good parenting skills, and responsible adolescents.
Women & Infants Babysitting Camp ............... 276-7800
Youngsters 11+ receive training in child development, age-appropriate games, discipline techniques, safety issues, and CPR training.