- WHERE IS KANGAROO CLUBHOUSE WITH STEPS TO QUALITY RIGHT NOW?
- WHAT IS "STEPS TO QUALITY?"
- WHY HAS KANGAROO CLUBHOUSE CHOSEN TO PARTICIPATE IN STEPS TO QUALITY?
- WHAT ARE FUTURE GOALS FOR CONTINUED QUALITY IMPROVEMENT?
Long term, our goal is to reach the final step 6 with Steps to Quality (Idaho's program) so we can reach national accreditation with NAEYC (The National Association for the Education of Young Children): a large U.S. nonprofit and professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research.
STEP 1 Focus is on Health and Safety, supported by Essential Training.
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STEP 2 Focuses on building a strong foundation of quality supported by Essential Training.
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STEP 3 Programs are Star Rated with a staff continuing their professional development, assessments offer accountability for programs meeting national standards and indicators of quality.
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STEP 4 Programs have implemented quality child care and business practices, continuing professional development for all staff.
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STEP 5 Programs are thriving as a child care business, nurturing all children with quality early care and education experiences.
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STEP 6 Programs and staff are firmly rooted in quality, achieving national accreditation standards that meet the highest levels of quality.
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