Employee engagement is an essential component of any successful early childhood education program. Annetta Rutland, with her extensive experience in the early childhood education industry, knows this better than anyone. In the video linked below, she provides tips and strategies on how to create an engaged team, which is integral to the success of any
Food safety is essential in any childcare setting. When hungry children are waiting to be fed, you can’t risk serving them anything that might make them sick. That’s why it’s so important to know how to handle and store food properly. This article covers food safety guidelines for childcare programs. There are four main areas
Unleash Your Child’s Imagination – The Benefits of Creativity in Early Childhood Education There is a strong connection between creative expression and the growth of young children. Research has shown that children who were given a chance to express themselves through art, writing, and other forms of creativity display improved academic, social, and psychological skills.
The beginning of January is a time for new beginnings. It’s a time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the new one. This is the perfect time for your childcare business to reassess your visions and set concrete goals for the upcoming year. What did you accomplish in the past year?
Whether you are starting a new center or are a seasoned center owner, grants are a great source of funds for your Childcare or Daycare centers. You can use grant money to enhance your program, purchase pricey equipment like a playground, kitchen equipment, and computer equipment, as well as for renovation projects and other things.
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federally funded nutrition program that reimburses childcare providers to ensure children from low-income families receive healthy meals and snacks during their stay. Currently, the CACFP helps to feed 4.2 million children across the country. But this year, the food program is primed to be a