Quality Care for Children

In observance of Juneteenth, our QCC offices will be closed on Friday, June 19.

Juneteenth is a time to honor freedom, reflect on our history, and recommit to building stronger communities for every child and family!

We’ll reopen Monday, June 22.

Our work is making an impact, and we want you in the loop! The most recent QCC Quarterly Review is available now with highlights and updates from our team.

Catch up + subscribe: https://bit.ly/QCCSummer2026

Our Senior Director of Research, Evaluation & Program Impact, Lisa Belliston, recently toured the Asa Yancey Health Center at Grady Medical Center, the future home of our Kindergarten Readiness Initiative launching this summer. Through this initiative, we'll connect families with resources on developmental milestones and literacy tools to help children thrive from the very start.

A special thank you to Assistant Director of Literacy Support Chermaine Tolbert for providing literacy books and toys for 250 children and to our incredible team of partners from Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta Public Schools, United Way, Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning for helping to make it all possible.

Together, we're building a foundation for every child to succeed.

Child care providers are doing everything they can to keep their doors open but the math is getting harder. QCC's 2026 Provider Pulse Check found that many providers have already raised tuition, and more than 40% expect to raise rates again.

When providers can't sustain their programs, families lose options. And in Georgia, too many families are already living in areas with too few licensed child care slots to meet the need.
We're committed to understanding what providers are experiencing on the ground so we can advocate for real, lasting solutions. Because when providers thrive, children and families thrive too.

https://hoodline.com/2026/05/georgia-parents-scramble-as-child-care-deserts-swallow-half-the-kids/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Read more about what Georgia providers are telling us: https://bit.ly/QCCPPC2026

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Congratulations to Georgia's Early Childhood Educators of the Year! We are so proud to celebrate Gleydis Estrada of The Golden Age Family Child Care Learning Home, Kenyetta Robinson of Lifetime Youth Learning Center, and Gloria Linley of Towne Lake Academy, three incredible educators making a lasting difference for children and families across our state.

This DECAL Download, you will be inspired by three of the Early Childhood Educators of the Year who have received Quality Rated support and best practices coaching from Quality Care for Children. We are proud of their accomplishments!!

Hear their stories on the latest episode of
https://decaldownload.buzzsprout.com/211637/episodes/19315919

The closing of Bible Baptist Daycare in Savannah isn't just one story; it's the reality of child care in Georgia, with staffing shortages, rising costs, and waitlists that stretch for months. Our President & CEO, Ellyn Cochran, spoke with WSAV News 3 On Your Side about what's driving this crisis statewide and what Georgia families can do right now.

Read the full story here: https://www.wsav.com/community/well-known-savannah-daycare-closing-reflects-larger-childcare-issue-in-georgia/

If you need help finding child care, visit our website or call (877)-ALL-GA-KIDS.

Well-known Savannah daycare closing, reflects larger childcare issue in Georgia After more than 20 years in operation, Bible Baptist Daycare notified parents on Friday that it has to close because of staffing issues.

Ready to take your expertise to the next level? Join us for our Train the Trainer Workshop designed for early childhood professionals who want to build the skills, knowledge, and experience to become state-approved trainers!

This is for you if you're a:
- Center-based administrator or leader
- Home-based care leader
- Professional focused on administration & program support

June 8–12, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
QCC's Atlanta Office
$400 (5 sessions)

Spots are limited, register today using the link or scan the QR code!
Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/40-hour-training-for-trainers-i-connections-tickets-1990119734699?aff=oddtdtcreator

When communities invest in child care, everyone benefits!

We’re proud to partner with Invest Athens to support child care businesses through business coaching and automation. Together, we’re helping providers strengthen their operations, serve families more effectively, and build long-term impact across the community.

Strong child care businesses help families thrive, support workforce participation, and contribute to a stronger local economy.

New to the classroom? We've got you covered! Join us for Foundations for Success: New Teacher Training Birth to 5, a full-day training designed to help early childhood educators build confidence, sharpen classroom skills, and feel truly prepared to create positive learning experiences for the littlest learners.

Multiple dates available: July 11, July 25, August 8, August 22
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Register today: https://gapds.decal.ga.gov/Training/Sessions/94441

We’re hiring

QCC is currently hiring for an Early Learning Coach in our NW region. This role is a great opportunity for someone passionate about early childhood education who wants to use their skills to support children, families, and child care providers across Georgia.

Learn more and apply here: bit.ly/qcccareers

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Work with us — Quality Care for Children Join our team! We are dedicated to ensuring that Georgia’s young children receive high-quality early learning and Care. We invite you to join our mission.