About ECEA

Running a Child Care business can be challenging on a good day. From meeting compliance regulations to meeting or exceeding the definition of quality in our state, programs often run into barriers. ECEA is here to support business owners and to help them to thrive!

​ECEA membership is comprised of licensed programs and advocates. Our programs include single and multiple centers, homes and preschools. Our membership consists of for profit and non-profit, faith-based and secular, infant, toddler, preschool and school age programs.

Members are welcome to attend the monthly board meeting and to participate in committee work. Meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday from 10-Noon. Request access by emailing: [email protected]

Our Mission

To promote the growth, long-term sustainability, and quality of licensed private early childhood education programs for children birth to 12 years. This is achieved through advocacy, education, and legislative representation.

Our Vision

Private early childhood education is an essential part of the educational system, is of high quality, and supports the parental choice to meet the needs of Colorado's families and their children.

       Our Objectives

Continuity

To perpetuate licensed child care in private sector facilities and programs.

Professionalism

To encourage excellence, education and professionalism within the child care industry.

Fairness

To encourage uniformity and fairness within the child care regulatory process.

Innovation

To encourage and support creativity, individuality and innovation within the child care industry.

Learning

To provide a forum for the free sharing of knowledge, ideas, experiences and resources.

Education

To educate the public and foster a positive image of early care and education.

ECEA Works Every Single Day in the State Policy Realm...so that you don't have to!

Can you imagine adding this work to your plate every week? 

We are in the meetings so that you don't have to go.

We are having the conversations for you so that you don't have to figure it all out.

We talk to legislators and state administrators to effect change.

We build resources and tools to help make your work easier.

We build partnerships to save you time and money.

Why aren't you a member yet?

 

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