Early Care & Education
Designed for those operating Arizona childcare centers or providing childcare in their homes, our programs share best practices for ensuring the children in your care develop intellectually, physically, and emotionally.
Together, these initiatives aim to raise Arizona children’s health, nutrition, learning, and overall well-being, while also equipping providers with the tools and support they need to thrive.
Programs
Child Care Resource & Referral – Arizona
We are the premier listing site for childcare providers in Arizona. Get listed with us and get referrals to your business/program; help with business, care and regulatory questions; and information about training and workshops.
Sandbox AZ
A statewide childcare navigation platform connecting families, childcare providers, and employers to improve access, increase provider visibility, and support workforce stability across Arizona.
Child and Adult Care Food Program
Do you take care of children in your home? You can receive extra money for nutritious meals and snacks served to children you care for, including your own children.
Project Best
Provides college-level coursework and individualized coaching for childcare providers, focusing on meeting infants’ and toddlers’ needs through six key policies: primary care, small groups, continuity of care, individualized routines, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness.
Quality First
A voluntary coaching and rating system for childcare centers and homes, providing on-site training and coaching to improve adult-child interactions, learning environments, and staff qualifications. Programs receive a 1–5 star rating based on assessment scores.
Child Care Providers Served FY24-FY25 through this program
Community Members Provided with Material or Resources through this program in 2024-2025
Events & Trainings Held through this program FY 2024-2025
Families Served through this program FY 2024-2025
