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Early childhood prog
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Accreditation | Recognition that a program meets specific quality standards. |
| Child Care Center | A facility that provides care and education for groups of children. |
| Developmentally-appropriate practice (DAP) | Teaching that matches children's cages, individual needs, cultures, and developmental levels. |
| Family Child Care | Care provided in a private home for a small group of children. |
| Head Start | A federally-funded program supporting school readiness and comprehensive family services. |
| Laboratory School | A school connected to a college or university that serves children and prepares future educators. |
| Licensing | Government regulation establishing minimum health, safety, staffing, and program standards. |
| Montessori Education | A specific learning approach emphasizing hands-on experience, independence, choice, and a prepared environment. |
| Parent Cooperative | A program in which families share responsibility for governance, volunteering, or program support. |
| School-Age Child Care | Care and enrichment provided before or after school, during breaks, or in the summer. |
| School Readiness | The knowledge, skills , behaviors, and development that help children participate successfully in school. |
| Tuition | Money paid for enrollment in an educational or child care program. |