Early Childhood Education

Extending our expertise to over 30 early education programs, delivering comprehensive consultative and professional learning opportunities that dramatically elevated their services. Our approach includes in-depth training sessions, hands-on workshops, and personalized coaching tailored to meet the unique needs of each program. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, we empower early educators with the tools and knowledge necessary to implement best practices and drive significant advancements in early childhood education. Our work not only enhances the quality of services provided but also ensures a stronger foundation for the developmental and educational success of young children across the region. 

In collaboration with the Office of Early Childhood, our Student Support Services Early Childhood Education team provides support to the region in the form of Accreditation Quality Improvement Support, School Readiness, and Early Learning and Development Standards, Curriculum, and Assessment.

Thanks to our support, young children have gained access to high-quality early education, ensuring they were well-prepared for kindergarten and beyond. 

Early Childhood Consultation and Coaching

LEARN's Early Childhood staff customize learning experiences to meet program needs. The overall goal of this service is to provide on-site training and coaching that continuously improves programs and leads to improved child outcomes. 

Local Governance Partners (LGPs)

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood’s Local Governance Partners (LGPs) are at the heart of Connecticut’s evolving early childhood system—bringing communities together to better support young children and their families.

At LEARN, we are proud to lead three Local Governance Partnerships:

• RECC (Regional Early Childhood Collaborative)
• ECCN (Early Childhood Community Network)
• Children First

Together, these partnerships serve as local early childhood hubs, connecting families, providers, and community partners in meaningful and impactful ways.

Rather than focusing on funding distribution, LGPs are designed to:

• Build strong, trusted relationships across communities
• Elevate family voice and leadership
• Support early childhood providers with resources and connections
• Align community efforts to better meet the needs of children and families

Each LGP creates space for families and community members to actively shape a shared vision for their region—ensuring that services and supports reflect the real needs of children from birth through age five.

Through RECC, ECCN, and Children First, LEARN is helping to strengthen a coordinated, responsive, and family-centered early childhood system across our communities.

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accreditation Facilitation

LEARN's Early Childhood staff provide leadership and support, information and consultation, and professional learning experiences to programs pursuing NAEYC Accreditation. Services include overviews of NAEYC Program Standards and Accreditation Performance Criteria; technical assistance with the process of accreditation; and individualized support for programs engaged in the self-study.