JAKARTA - Recently, there has been a case that has sparked public concern, including allegations of inappropriate childcare practices at a daycare in Yogyakarta, where children are reported to have been treated inappropriately and even said to have been restricted from moving until their parents arrived.
This incident is a reminder that choosing a daycare cannot be done carelessly, but needs to consider aspects of security, transparency, and the quality of care as a whole.
Psychologist Devi Yanti, M.Psi., emphasized the importance of parents to be more careful in determining childcare centers. He suggested that parents ensure that the daycare chosen has clear legality and operational permits from related agencies.
"It is best for parents to ensure that the childcare center they choose is registered and has an operational permit from the relevant service," said Devi as quoted by ANTARA, Monday, April 27.
According to him, transparency is also a crucial factor in choosing a daycare. Professional daycare centers are generally open to parents' visits and provide monitoring access.
"A good daycare will not mind if parents come at any time or have CCTV that parents can monitor directly," he explained.
In addition, parents are advised to seek references from other users who have experience and track the daycare's track record through reviews on digital platforms such as Google Maps or social media. This can help provide an initial overview of the quality of services offered.
Another aspect that is no less important is the ratio between caregivers and children. Ideally, one caregiver does not handle too many children at once so that each child still gets adequate attention.
Parents are also encouraged to visit the daycare location in person to assess the available facilities, including cleanliness, air circulation, and the capacity of the space used for children's activities.
After the child is entrusted, parents need to pay attention to changes in the child's behavior. Signs such as anxiety, fear, or refusal to return to daycare can be a signal of a problem.
"It is very important for parents to pay attention to their child's behavior after being picked up. Parents should care and pay attention to changes in their child's behavior, such as whether they seem anxious, afraid, or refuse to go to daycare," added Devi.
The case that occurred at Little Aresha Daycare in April 2026 also came under the spotlight. The daycare is suspected of operating without official permission and is a location of alleged violence and neglect of children.
"This case is certainly a great betrayal of the trust of parents and a failure of the system that should protect children," said Devi.
He assessed that the incident should be a warning for all parties, including the government and service managers, to tighten the licensing system and supervision of childcare institutions to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
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