Early Learning Standards and Frameworks

Most of our work aligns with various early learning standards. Though specific projects will align to specific standards based on audience, contracts, and partner organizations, it is important to familiarize yourself with the following:

Washington State

• Core Competencies for Early Care and Education Professionals
• Core Competencies for School Age and Expanded Learning Professionals
• Dual Language Standards
• Early Achievers Quality Standards 2023
• Early Learning Development Guidelines
• Early Support for Infants and Toddlers Core Competencies
• Licensing Guidebook 2020
• Outdoor Nature Based Learning Competencies
• Trainer Standards

Head Start

• Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework
• Multicultural Principles for Early Childhood Leaders
• Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (PFCE) Framework

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

• Advancing Equity in Early Childhood Position Statement
• Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment
• Developmentally Appropriate Practice Position Statement
• NAEYC Early Childhood Program Standards
• Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators
• Recommendations for those Facilitating Educator Preparation and Professional Development