The Healthy Social Behaviors Project supports teachers to develop pro-social early childhood learning environments that help to prevent suspension and expulsion, as related to challenging behaviors. Learn more in this statewide flyer.
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Star Rated License
In September 2000, the Division issued star rated licenses to child care centers and family child care homes meeting all minimum child care requirements, as well as those choosing to meet higher standards. In 2005, the Division changed the way facilities earned stars in order to more accurately reflect indicators of a program’s quality. Currently,… Continue reading Star Rated License
Starting Your Child Care Search
Finding child care can be a difficult task, whether you are a new parent, recently moved to a new area, or wondering what options are available to you and your family. Learn about steps you should take during your child care search from Child Care Aware of America.
NC Pre-K | North Carolina Pre-Kindergarten Program
This resource from the NC DCDEE provides guidance on North Carolina’s Pre-K Program.
Health Choice for Children (Health Insurance for Low-Income Children)
Learn more about the North Carolina Health Choice (NCHC) Health Insurance Program for Children, a comprehensive health coverage program for low-income children.
How Does Child Care Financial Assistance in North Carolina Work?
Learn more about how North Carolina’s Division of Child Development uses a combination of state and federal funds to provide subsidized child care services to eligible families through a locally administered state-supervised voucher system.
Notice of Funding Availability for the Salary Supplement Program for Infant & Toddler Teachers Request for Applications (RFA)
DCDEE is pleased to announce a new Notice of Funding Availability for the Salary Supplement Program for Infant & Toddler Teachers Request for Applications (RFA). Up to $4,000,000 is available for this effort from August 1, 2022 – July 31, 2025. Applications are due by 5:00 pm on March 25, 2022.
NC Child Care Resource & Referral Directory
A directory of contact information for the approximately 62 CCR&R agencies serving North Carolina’s diverse families, child care programs, professional workforce, businesses and communities.
CCR&R Council Releases NC Child Care Staffing Survey
Throughout the pandemic, North Carolina child care providers have served as “the workforce behind the workforce,” providing care to the children of frontline workers. A new survey of child care centers across the state finds that more than 80 percent say it is more difficult to recruit and retain staff now than before the pandemic.… Continue reading CCR&R Council Releases NC Child Care Staffing Survey
Survey Finds NC Child Care Programs Face Critical Staffing Shortages
A new survey highlights the struggles North Carolina child care providers are facing as the state continues to recover from the pandemic. Many say they’re having a difficult time hiring and retaining qualified staff.