The Education Team

THE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY ONLINE SURVEY

Please complete the following survey so we can learn how the economy is affecting your center:

1. How has the downturn in the economy affected your center?

		Enrollment Decreased
		Revenue Decreased
		Reduce hours or lay off staff
		Reduce / eliminate staff health insurance / benefits
		My center has not been affected
		Other

If "other", please explain:

2. If your enrollment and/or revenue has decreased, what is an estimate of your loss?

		5%
		10%
		20%
		30%
		40% or more

Please provide any additional information below:

3. In your opinion, what are the primary reasons you are experiencing decreased enrollment?

		Decreased / lost state funding
		Layoffs / Downsizing
		Community business failures
		Children now staying with friends/relatives
		Parents using public pre-K at no cost
		Families cost-cutting-eliminating child care
		Other

If "other", please explain:

4. In what areas does your center need assistance to survive the economic downturn?

		Financial Management
		Developing Fundraising strategies
		Resolve Human Resources issues
		Review Health Insurance/Benefits Costs
		Marketing to increase/maintain enrollment
		Assistance developing website
		Other

If "other", please explain:

5. Zip Code of your center?

6. E-mail address for follow-up:

The Education Team | 1600 23rd Avenue North | St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Phone: (727) 578-0999 | Fax: (727) 578-0995