Panther Lake KinderCare Learning Center in Kent has been awarded accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, a leading professional organization for the early childhood education industry.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Accreditation is an intensive process, granted by an independent, third-party organization validating that KinderCare\u2019s teachers provide meaningful and engaging daily learning experiences for every child, according to a Dec. 22 KinderCare media release. Research shows that children who attend exceptional early childhood programs demonstrate higher math, language, and socialization skills.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Unlike licensing, which only ensures a basic threshold level of a center\u2019s ability to provide care, accreditation is the gold standard in designating high-quality early learning programs. With less than 10 percent of early childhood education programs in the nation receiving accreditation, KinderCare is the only private provider dedicated to achieving 100 percent accreditation in their centers across the country.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cThe journey of quality starts every time a child walks through the door,\u201d said Dr. Elanna Yalow, CEO of KinderCare Early Learning Programs. \u201cAccreditation is a reflection of what Panther Lake KinderCare does every day on behalf of the children in their care.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n