Curriculum
The Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS) serve as a vital tool for enhancing the quality of early childhood education by guiding educators and program facilitators in their teaching practices.
Develop a clearer understanding and maintain reasonable expectations for children’s learning and development across different age groups
Foster a deeper awareness of what children need to know and be able to do, while recognizing the diverse ways in which they grow and learn
Design or select research-based curriculum and program strategies that lead to improved outcomes for young learners
Promote a unified and cohesive approach to early childhood education across different program settings nationwide.
The overarching goal of implementing the ELDS is to elevate instructional quality within early childhood development programs. This ultimately supports early childhood teachers and facilitators in delivering intentional and purposeful teaching—bridging the experiences children have at home with those in structured early learning environments.