Position Statements Links to National E.C. Orgs. Our position statements, Developmentally Appropriate Practice and Accreditation Criteria and Procedures, provide specific recommendations for staff-child ratios and group size for children from infancy through third grade. Congress must reauthorize the program and funding. There are competing proposals to combine class size reduction funds with other programs. Watch for legislative updates and alerts.
Children have more opportunities to engage in active learning.
Students' performance increases in small classes. Professionals can handle their additional job responsibilities, including involving parents, more effectively.