What is NAEYC accreditation? The National Academy of Early Childhood Programs, located in Washington, D.C. administers a voluntary, professional review, and accreditation system for all types of preschools, child care centers, kindergartens, and school-age childcare programs that have been found to be in substantial compliance with their "Criteria for High-Quality Early Childhood Programs."

In accredited programs, you will find the following:
*Frequent, positive, warm interactions between teachers and children.
*Specially trained and high qualified teachers.
*Enough teachers to respond to individual children, keeping a low student - teacher ratio.
*Many varied age-appropriate materials.
*A healthy and safe environment for children.
      
*Regular communication with parents who are welcome visitors at all times.
*Effective administration.
*Ongoing and systematic evaluations.
*Planned learning activities appropriate to children's age and development; such as block building, painting, reading stories,dress-up play and active outdoor play.
*Nutrious meals and/or snacks.

At NAEYC- accredited schools, parents can be assured that their children are in good hands. This special accreditation represents Circle of Friends Preschool's commitment to a friendly, safe, high-quality care and education for all of our children.