The National Association for Family Child Care
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Home-based Child Care
The only national professional association dedicated solely to promoting high-quality early care and education in home-based settings
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Amplifying the genuine perspective of FCC across the country to inform federal policy while building the collective power of FCC at state and local levels
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Equity in Quality
Quality markers informed by equity and relevant and applicable to the home-based setting
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Family child care educators support children through big life transitions—especially military families.
Join our CEU session on Social Emotional Learning of the Military Child.
📅 April 29, 2026
⏰ 8 PM EST
https://learn.nafcc.org/products/social-emotional-learning-of-the-military-child-ceu-approved-accreditation?fbclid=IwdGRjcARCOFhjbGNrBEI4VGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHgCASq3OunmUgaCLJZBweQ3E7olIg2OrTEP9SISOnoenvd9TTQVlHlr_dxpC_aem_qsOQyM72pXrlR_2OzzNZ-Q
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Raising Voices, Building Bridges: Highlights from the 2026 NAFCC Annual Conference
For five unforgettable days in Chicago, Family Child Care educators, advocates, partners, and leaders from across the country came together to connect, learn, celebrate, and advocate for the future of the profession.
Announcing the 2026 Accredited Educator of the Year Finalists
Each year, the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) recognizes outstanding family child care educators whose dedication, leadership, and commitment to quality make a lasting impact on children, families, and communities. The Accredited Educator of the Year Award celebrates educators who exemplify excellence in family child care and inspire others across the field. We…
NAFCC “On the Move” (March + April 2026 Highlights)
In this edition of “On the Move,” we’re excited to spotlight the impactful work and milestones achieved by the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) in March and April.