Free Daycare Opening & Closing Checklist Template
A ready-to-use routine for opening and closing a childcare center — free to copy, print, or adapt. It's the same Morning Opening and Evening Closing checklist that ships as a built-in system template in Childcare Owl on day one.
Morning Opening Checklist
Daily tasks to prepare the center for children arriving.
- Unlock all exterior doors
- Disable security alarm
- Turn on lights in all rooms
- Adjust thermostat to daily setting
- Check all handwashing stations have soap and paper towels
- Sanitize all diaper changing stations
- Set up breakfast / snack area
- Check outdoor play area for hazards
- Confirm all medications are secured
- Review attendance sheet for today
Evening Closing Checklist
Daily tasks to secure and prepare the center after children leave.
- Confirm all children have been picked up
- Sanitize all tables and high chairs
- Mop or sweep all floors
- Empty all trash cans and reline
- Sanitize diaper changing stations
- Wash and put away dishes / bottles
- Check and restock first aid kit
- Lock all windows and interior doors
- Set security alarm
- Complete closing sign-off with manager
Tasks marked with this icon are ones centers commonly require a manager to sign off on.
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