Certifications

NAEYC

Licensing

All programs are fully licensed by the State of New Hampshire.

National Accreditation

Our full-day Early Childhood Education program first achieved accreditation from National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the nation’s leading organization of early childhood professionals, in 2008. NAEYC qualifications demonstrate a commitment to the highest professional standards in child care and are extremely difficult to attain. Just a few programs have achieved NAEYC accreditation throughout New Hampshire, with ten located in Rockingham County. Only 10% of licensed child care centers are accredited nationwide.

NAEYC has set voluntary professional standards for programs for young children since 1985, and revised criteria in 2006 to reflect the latest research and best practices in early childhood education and development.

In May 2023, our NAEYC accreditation was renewed for another 5 year period. The teachers and administrators went through a rigorous 2 day evaluation process, where our curriculum, environments, relationships and health and safety standards were observed.  We’re proud to have earned the mark of quality from NAEYC, and to be recognized for our commitment to reaching the highest professional standards.

Learn more about NAEYC Accreditation HERE.

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Granite Steps for Quality (GSQ)

Granite Steps for Quality (GSQ) supports NH’s Early Childhood and Out-of-School Time programs on their path to enhanced quality so that children thrive and succeed in school and beyond.

GSQ is designed to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in a program. GSQ uses a systemic approach, recognizing quality practices that meet a set of defined standards and supports programs on a path to Continuous Quality Improvement.

GSQ programs benefit children and families:

  • High quality programs build a strong foundation for healthy development.

  • Early experiences build the architecture for the brain. Positive, responsive interactions with caring adults at home and in the community are the key ingredient in building a strong foundation for children’s future success.

  • School-age children who participate in quality Out-of-School Time programs have improved school attendance and academic achievement.

  • Families want and deserve quality care and education where they can engage with the program and their children will thrive.