The 34th National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Annual Conference is just around the corner! In a few short days, more than 1,000 FCC educators, advocates, and leaders will meet in St. Louis from July 24-27.
This month’s “On the Move” brings you inspiring updates from the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) as our dedicated members and staff journey across the country to champion the cause of quality child care. From impactful panel discussions to enriching networking, our team has been on the front lines, fostering meaningful connections and…
Did you know that one million paid child care educators care for three million children from birth to age five in their own homes? Accreditation is crucial in ensuring family child care educators meet the highest standards of quality and safety. By becoming accredited, educators demonstrate that they meet or exceed the rigorous standards set…
Welcome to this month’s edition of “On the Move,” your inside look at the dynamic efforts and travels of the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC). Our team has been busy crisscrossing the country, advocating for and advancing the cause of family child care. This month, we had representatives participating in events such as…
NAFCC Member and family child care educator, Hayley Village, recently penned an OpEd in EdSurge about the need for healthcare and retirement benefits for family child care educators. Click below to read the full article. Hayley is the owner and operator of It Takes a Village Children & Family Services, a child care program in…
At the heart of every child’s growth and development lies a nurturing environment, and the cornerstone of that environment often rests within the caring confines of family child care.