early childhood professional development 
Quality Counts
Quality Counts is a voluntary rating system for early care and education providers that uses a clearly defined, five-star method to ensure quality standards so children enter school eager and ready to learn.
Quality Counts Quarterly
Review the most recent updates to the Quality Counts program. Gain insights into new services available to Quality
Counts Providers. Read the Quality Counts Quarterly!
Click here to read Summer 2010.
Six Standards
1. Learning Environment
2. Staff-to-child ratio/group sizes
3. Family engagement
4. Curriculum
5. Administration
6. Staff qualifications / professional development
The Benefits
Participating in Quality Counts means providers, whether based in centers, at schools or in family care homes, receive professional support and financial incentives.
1. Grants for materials and equipment
2. Educational scholarships for staff
3. Wage supplements for staff
4. Early learning coaching / networking
5. Technical assistance
6. Financial awards
Easy Participation
1. Attend an informational meeting
2. Submit an application
3. Prepare your program
4. Have your program rated
5. Access supports and services
6. Promote your program as star-rated
7. Participate in annual reviews
Start Today
Soon, parents across the county will be asking whether you are a Quality Counts provider. Take the first step to saying YES by contacting Children's Services Council for one of its upcoming Quality Counts Program Orientations.
Please click here to download information and application forms, to see the current Center Orientation Schedule and Family Child Care Home schedule, and to enroll in an orientation.