The environment would provide a safe, healthy, happy arena for learning. Research shows that children who attend high quality early childhood programs are more eager to learn and committed to schooling. They demonstrate social competence as preschoolers that extends into kindergarten and primary grades. High quality programs also help children to experience smoother transitions to elementary school. An accredited child care program establishes clear and reasonable policies, maintains records and shares information with parents.
Parents feel informed and empowered.
They feel comfortable with their selection of quality care. It means increased opportunities through participation in seminars, conferences, support groups and professional associations. A high quality, accredited program raises personal respect, professional recognition and consumer opinion. It pays off in many ways. The accreditation process involves in-depth program evaluation by the provider and the involvement of a qualified, independent validator.