As a child care director or owner, one of your most important leadership roles is ensuring that your teachers stay current with their...

Teacher Appreciation Week comes once a year, but as a child care director or owner, recognizing and valuing your teachers should be an...

With childcare registration season in full swing, you might be wondering—how often should you follow up with prospective families before...

Enrollment can feel like a never-ending puzzle—juggling phone inquiries, tours, email campaigns, waitlists, classrooms, integrations, and...

The Week of the Young Child (WOYC)  is a time to celebrate our youngest learners and the incredible educators, families, and communities...

Running a successful childcare center isn’t just about providing high-quality care—it also requires smart financial management. As tax...

Spring is the perfect time to plant the seeds for summer enrollment. Many families are looking for engaging activities for their children...

You’ve poured your heart into building an amazing child care program. You provide a nurturing environment, a dedicated team, and...

Running a child care center is more than just a passion—it’s a business. But for many owners and directors, balancing financial success...

Most child care owners believe they know their capacity—it’s written on the license, right? But what if you’re thinking too small? What...

A well-designed classroom is more than just four walls filled with toys and supplies—it’s a place where children build relationships,...

As February approaches, many of us reflect on love—its meanings, its expressions, and its profound impact. In child care, love is not...

Licensing visits can feel like a high-stakes test for child care providers, but with the right preparation, they don’t have to be...

A new year brings fresh opportunities to grow your childcare community. Gaining enrollment isn’t about relying on the same tactics—it’s...

The new year is here, and it’s bursting with possibilities. This January, let’s not just ease into the year—let’s energize it! Your child...

Change and growth are inevitable parts of life, and transitions—whether in leadership, personal endeavors, or workplace settings—offer...

A new year is upon us, and with it comes the promise of fresh beginnings and endless possibilities. As we turn the page to 2025, we have...

As we wrap up a busy and successful year in the childcare industry, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our achievements, assess...

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and reflection. For young children, it can also bring disruptions to routines,...

The holiday season is a magical time filled with joy, but it can also be a time of learning and connection. In a world rich with diverse...

The holidays are a time of wonder, connection, and celebration—a perfect opportunity to bring families, children, and staff together in...

In the world of early childcare, staffing challenges can feel like an uphill battle. With so much movement in this field, finding,...

When’s the last time you thought about enrollment? It’s always in season! And with the holidays approaching, you have the perfect chance...

Positive guidance is a powerful approach that helps children build essential life skills like self-control, self-esteem, and the ability...