Providing Quality Care Matters
Quality isn't just about meeting standards—it's about creating the best possible experience for children and families. High-quality programs support children's development through safe environments, meaningful interactions, engaging learning opportunities, and strong family partnerships. Continuous quality improvement helps providers enhance their programs, attract and retain families, and demonstrate their commitment to excellence.
Families consistently identify quality as one of the most important factors when choosing early care. Investing in quality helps providers strengthen children's outcomes while building trust and confidence with the families they serve.
INVESTING IN QUALITY
PATHS TO QUALITY™ is Indiana's statewide quality rating and improvement system designed to help early childhood programs assess, improve and communicate the quality of care and education they provide.
Participating in Paths to QUALITY™ can help your program strengthen its practices, increase visibility among families seeking care, and demonstrate your commitment to providing exceptional early childhood education.
PATHS TO QUALITY™
2,803
Estimated Children in Dubois County Under Age 6 Who May Need Care
Source: Brighter Futures Data Center
Provider Resources
How to Start a Program
Starting a childcare program is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives Explore the resources, licensing requirements, and training opportunities available to help you build a quality early childhood program.
Paths to QUALITY™
Families look for childcare they can trust. Paths to QUALITY™ provides the tools and support to strengthen your program and enrich every child's learning experience. Show families your commitment to excellence.
Dubois County Shared Services
Explore shared resources available to childcare providers throughout Dubois County. These programs and services are designed to support daily operations.
Education + Training Opportunities
Find training, education, and credentialing opportunities that help you meet licensing requirements and provide exceptional care for children and families.
“Anyone who does anything to help a child in his life is a hero to me.”
– Fred Rogers