The public is now recognizing the importance of learning and development in a child's early years. AYS early childhood programs promote the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children in a safe and nurturing environment. AYS uses Creative Curriculum, a research-based curriculum from Teaching Strategies, for use in all its early childhood programs.
Quality programs benefit children, their families, and the community. Quality early childhood programs better prepare children for kindergarten. Families appreciate a safe, fun, stimulating and nurturing environment that helps their children develop socially, emotionally, and intellectually. Many AYS early childhood programs are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). At minimum, all early childhood staff must have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential specifically in early childhood.
