In recognition of a commitment to quality and an ongoing dedication to the learning and development of children, the Westerville City Schools Preschool Program, located in the Early Learning Center, has received a Five-Star Step Up To Quality Award from the State of Ohio.
Step Up To Quality is Ohio’s rating system for learning and development programs. Participating programs can earn a one to five star rating. In addition to meeting all standards of a four-star rating, programs with five stars may also:
- Have lower staff/child ratios;
- Use child assessment results to plan activities that best support learning and development goals for each child;
- Share assessment results and create goals for children; Develop plans to support children as they transition to a new classroom or educational setting;
- Work with other organizations or businesses within the community to support children and their families;
- Have an active and organized parent volunteer group;
- Use input from families and community partners to inform the program’s continuous improvement process; and
- Have accreditation by an approved organization.
“Westerville City Schools Preschool is proud to be a Five-Star program,” said Preschool Director Suzanne Kile. Learn more at www.earlychildhoodohio.org.