Parents are their children's first and most influential teachers. With the demands of today's work world, most young children are cared for by someone other than one of their parents prior to entering kindergarten. The quality of early care and education matters - whether it is provided by grandparents, a neighbor, or a childcare center. High quality early care and education provides safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for infants and young children. Children who receive high quality early care and educaiton have strong learning, language and social skills when they enter school.
Finding Child Care & preschool
Finding and choosing the child care or preschool setting that is right for your child and family can be challenging. Great Start to Quality makes your search for child care and preschool easier, giving you the power to make an informed decision and the confidence of knowing you chose the care that best suits your family’s needs. Continue Click Here
Early Care & Education
Resources for Caregivers & Families:
Visiting Child Care Check List
Finding Child Care & Preschool
Building Strong Relationships with Parents
Early Childhood Lending Library
A FREE Resource to child care providers & preschool staff in Mecosta and Osceola counties. Call to schedule your appointment (231) 592-9605
Zero to Three: Michigan Fact Sheet