You want to give at least a two weeks' notice. Email and printed with the date you are handing it in.Just write it like a 2 week notice for work. Dear provider, I wanted to inform you that I need to pull DD from daycare. The following: • Provide two weeks notice in writing indicating the child(ren)'s expected last day of attendance. This article will help you draft a wellworded letter that will ensure a smooth transition for both you and the school. Many daycares require employees to provide notice of their resignation at least two weeks before they plan to quit. In the contract for the center, it states that I have to provide a written twoweek notice to end service. I have not seen your contract, but it may have a 2 week notice provision. I have not seen your contract, but it may have a 2 week notice provision.