Exploring parental philosophies regarding childcare: Overlap orientations and the influence of childcare programmes on families

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

10-1-2009

Abstract

This exploratory study examined the beliefs held by families regarding childcare. Indepth interviews were conducted with parents of children ages 3-5 in full-day childcare. Parents described their experiences with childcare, thoughts about the continuity between childcare and home environments and other life philosophies. From the analysis of the transcripts, three themes emerged: overlap orientation, influence of the programme on the family and parental involvement. In their descriptions of continuity and discontinuity between the home and care environments, parents provided insight into their orientation regarding the appropriate overlap between these environments. The relationships between these three themes are discussed. Practical applications and directions for future research are discussed. © 2009 Taylor & Francis.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Early Child Development and Care

First Page

931

Last Page

947

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