Dear Henry

Firstly of all there is no one answer that fits all.

Be clear why you are considering daycare. Work, financial pressure etc or is it to give your daughter a social life or there can be more than 1 reason why.

Where we live we have a babes & bumps and mother & toddler groups which connect parents &  their young with others in the same situation. This is affordable as the parent is responsible for their child during the sessions and helps with socialization of the children and also helps parents from feeling isolated and unsupported.

Some daycare units are based on specific ethos such as Steiner, Montessori , Forest Schools so research what is available in your area.

best wishes