This report includes findings from a national survey of networks about the benchmarks and indicators for high-quality home-based child care networks. This study represents the first effort to understand how networks address the benchmarks and indicators. Findings reveal insights into networks’ organizational culture and values, the kinds of services that networks offer, and the ways networks implement these services.
Implementing Benchmarks for High-Quality HBCC Networks: Findings from a National Survey of HBCC Networks
Up in Flames: It’s a Long, Hard Road to Recovery for Altadena Family Child Care Providers
In January 2025, Home-based child care Francisca Gunawardena provider lost everything in the Los Angeles fires. Today, Francisca is still trying to figure out how to move forward.
Inspirando la pasión por la naturaleza a través del juego en el cuidado infantil en el hogar
Los educadores de la primera infancia, incluyendo a los proveedores de cuidado infantil a domicilio, en todo el país están explorando maneras de dar vida al mundo natural como aula para los niños. Hablamos con tres proveedores que compartieron cómo incorporan el juego basado en la naturaleza en sus programas.
Inspiring A Passion for Nature Through Play in Home-based Child Care
Early childhood educators, including home-based child care providers, around the nation are exploring ways to bring the natural world to life as a classroom for children. We spoke with three providers who shared how they incorporate nature-based play in their programs.