Research continues to show that children who attend a quality early learning and care program are more likely to do well in school and less likely to drop out or need remedial supports later in their education.
Families, eductors, policymakers, and the general public realize now more than ever that a child’s early years are the most critical for establishing a foundation for learning. With thousands of Ventura County’s children in out-of-home care every day, the quality of that care is vitally important as it impacts a child’s readiness for school. Quality Counts Ventura County aims to assist families in making an informed decision to choose the right early learning environment.