My DS was in family daycare about 8 years ago so things would have changed alot im sure.
I knew it was the right place because DS loved it...it was just like dropping him off at a friends house.
DS was always a bit quirky and the lady made allowances for him it was great.
as for the cost i really cant remember now but I do know as a single parent at the time it was very affordable else I wouldnt have done it
good luck with your course