Confusion, concern and some bright spots of innovation largely defined the early childhood education space in the last year.

Liz Simmons is an education staff writer at Forbes Advisor. She has written about higher education and career development for various online publications since 2016. She earned a master’s degree in ...

Matt Whittle has experience writing and editing accessible education-related content in health, technology, nursing and business subjects. His work has been featured on Sleep.org, Psychology.org and ...

January 8, 2026 - It's time for John Fensterwald's annual predictions for what's in store for education in 2026. When it comes to early childhood education, child’s play may well be serious business.

After Louisiana lawmakers axed funds for early childhood care and education two years ago, advocates are fighting for more ...

In a recent study published in the Journal of Early Childhood Research, researchers investigated the benefits of early childhood education and care (ECEC), especially during the backdrop of the ...

This essay is part of a series highlighting global human rights trends in 2022. Read more here. Education is fundamental for children’s development and a powerful catalyst for improving their entire ...

Taking a step back to look at early childhood and care’s alignment and outcomes through the governor’s task force will ensure ...

Unlock the potential of young minds and become a culturally aware and compassionate early childhood educator, equipped with the professional standards and competencies needed to make a difference.

The Connecticut House of Representatives passed a priority bill on Saturday that promises to transform early childhood care and education for generations of families. Senate Bill 1, which also ...

According to year-two results from the VQB5 system, 99 percent of publicly funded early childhood education providers met or ...