An Introduction to QUALITYstarsNY!
The information on these pages will inform you about the efforts of many people who care about early learning to create a system that will recognize, encourage, and reward improving the quality of all settings in the state where children are learning every day.
Much progress has been made, but PLEASE NOTE we
are still in the planning phase of this work. What you will see
on the following pages is not set in stone... feel free to use
the mechanisms provided to ask questions and provide feedback.
All are welcome!
We are especially proud of the quality standards for center-based
and family-based programs. They are intended to define what "quality" is.
Take a look!
QUALITYstarsNY is a quality improvement and recognition system that is still in the planning phase. It is designed to recognize programs that demonstrate quality above and beyond meeting New York’s strong regulatory standards. An effective Quality Rating and Improvement System, whether for center-based or family-based programs, rests on the foundation of a state's regulatory system. New York ranked 2nd among the fifty states, the District of Columbia and the Department of Defense on both standards and oversight for centers and ranked 21st on standards and oversight for small family child care homes. QUALITYstarsNY will be designed to improve quality and provide supports such as technical assistance and professional development. Participation in QUALITYstarsNY will not be required; programs that do participate will gain access to support services and financial benefits.
Any program that is regulated by the State of New York or the City of New York will be invited to apply for a Star rating. A One Star rating will be granted by completing a simple application.
If you have questions about QUALITYstarsNY, please refer to our FAQ page. If you have additional questions or would like more specific information, please send us a message: QUALITYstarsNY@ocfs.state.ny.us