Early Childhood Program earns quality recognition award from the state

District 401’s Early Childhood Program has achieved the Gold Circle of Quality from ExceleRate Illinois, a state quality rating and improvement system for licensed child care. The district earned this recognition by meeting the system’s set of standards focusing on early learning and development. 

Assessors score the program they are reviewing during on-site visits and awards are granted based on those scores. The Gold Circle of Quality earned by the program is the highest attainable achievement. 

Early Childhood Teacher Victoria Barrington works with her students

"I am incredibly thrilled, proud, and honored that our program earned the Gold Quality recognition from the state,” said Dr. Stephanie Daly, Director of Student Services. “This achievement is a testament to our teachers and their unwavering commitment and relentless pursuit of excellence.” 

The district serves over 90 Pre-Kindergarten students and employs four teachers in the Early Childhood Program. 

This achievement would not have been possible without our amazing Early Childhood Teachers at District 401. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!