what does quality childcare look like?

The First Five Years is a weekly radio program presented by Maryland Family Network and airing on WEAA 88.9 FM. The program was previously on WYPR 88.1 FM. The series is focused on the extraordinary developmental period from birth to age five. The First Five Years highlights the challenges and opportunities related to nurturing young children and helping them build a solid foundation for success in school and in life. This program is made possible in part by M&T Charitable Foundation.

What Does Quality Childcare Look Like?

Quality child care can be found in many settings - family child care, center-based care, Head Start or preschool. Indicators of quality include warm relationships, safe and stimulating environment, and developmentally appropriate planned activities for play-based learning.

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Resources & Links

Choosing Child Care: How to Find the Right Care for Your Child (Maryland Family Network)
Is This the Right Place for My Child? 38 Research-based Indicators of Quality Child Care (Child Care Aware)
Essentials for Your Child Care Visit (Child Care Aware)