You have chosen an early childhood program for your child that is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). NAEYC administers the largest and most widely recognized national, voluntary, professionally sponsored accreditation system for all types of early childhood schools and child care centers. NAEYC is the nation's largest organization of early childhood educators.
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.
What is a high-quality early childhood
program?
A high-quality early childhood program provides a safe and nurturing environment
while promoting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of
young children.
In accredited programs, you will see frequent, positive, warm
interaction among teachers and children including:
| planned learning activities appropriate to children's age and development, such as block building, painting, reading stories, dress-up, and active outdoor play |
| specially trained teachers and directors |
| ongoing professional development |
| enough adults to respond to individual children |
| varied age-appropriate materials |
| respect for cultural diversity |
| a healthy and safe environment for adults and children |
| inclusive environments |
| nutritious meals and/or snacks |
| regular, two-way communication with parents who are welcome visitors at all times |
| effective administration |
| ongoing, systematic evaluation |
For more information about NAEYC accreditation, visit the web site at www.naeyc.org or call 800-424-2460, ext. 601.
Accreditation is valid for three years. During that period, programs must submit an Annual Report that documents the program's improvements and major changes.
NAEYC/National Academy of Early Childhood Programs is not affiliated with and is not responsible for the administration, acts, personnel, property, or practices of accredited programs.
NAEYC #917
Human Growth & Development Laboratory
Located on the Campus of Central Michigan University
163 Wightman Hall
Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48859
Phone: 989/774-3760 Fax: 989/774-1060
Ranay Gursky
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