Exempt from License

Some child care providers are exempt from licensing. Facilities in which exempt child care is provided have not been inspected for health and safety and may have different requirements for staffing and staff-child ratios. Exempt caregivers have not been reviewed for criminal or child abuse activity, nor do they need to have a background in caring for children. Examples of exempt care include: A person providing care in the child’s home; a person providing care for children from one family; a “drop in” child care arrangement like those found in some health clubs or co-ops; child care offered by some recreation programs; child care programs run by school districts; and child care provided by a relative or guardian.