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Paths to QUALITY™

Paths to QUALITY™

Which is the best fit for you?

With so many different options for your child, how do you know which is the best for you? Start with Paths to QUALITY™, Indiana’s quality rating improvement rating system for child care providers. Participation in the program is voluntary, but all participating programs must meet a minimum of health and safety standards. When programs demonstrate environments that support learning, planned curriculum, and national accreditation, they achieve a higher level rating.

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Check out our blog to read tips and advice from our staff on creating a positive experience for our littlest learners in quality child care, preschool, or school-age programs. We’re eager to share our stories and expertise with you!

Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child

by Lauren George, Family Support Specialist Children are explorers and inventors who learn by doing. Play gives children an opportunity to develop and practice new skills at their own pace by following their unique interests. With hundreds and hundreds of options in the store, and thousands online, choosing toys should be easy, right?  The toys and non-toys your child engages

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