National Accreditation

 

*       We have been accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs since 1996.

*       Centers that hold this honor exceed state licensing regulations and must meet national high quality

            standards.

*       Only 5% of centers nationwide hold this accreditation.

 

 

What is accreditation?

Early childhood programs accredited by NAEYC’s National Academy of Early Childhood Programs have voluntarily undergone a comprehensive process of internal self-study, invited external professional review to verify compliance with the Criteria for High-Quality Early Childhood Programs, and been found to be in substantial compliance with the Criteria.  A copy of the Criteria can be obtained from NAEYC.

 

The Importance of Continuing Education-

Each year, according to state regulations as well as National Accreditation Standards, our staff completes 25 hours of Continuing Education.  The Board of Directors allows for 2 (two) staff education days in order for the entire staff to take part in training.

 

Research has found that staff training directly benefits children in day care.

As professionals, it is important for us to keep learning in order to give your child the very best.  82% of our staff has been with the center for up to 29 years.  This combination of education and experience gives you knowledgeable and caring individuals who provide outstanding educational care for your child on a daily basis.  During a drop-in state inspection, a licensor stated, “It was great to see staff so engaged with the children.  What great child-centered environments you have.”  During the NAEYC validation visit, each rated staff member received the highest score possible in each teaching criterion.  This comes from a talented professional staff.

 

 

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