Who We Are

PennAEYC is an affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and is a dynamic membership organization of early childhood care and education professionals.

Our mission is to be an effective voice for high-quality early childhood care and education. We do this through policy development, advocacy and professional development and supports for early childhood professionals.

PennAEYC's vision is that each and every Pennsylvania family will have access to high-quality, affordable early childhood care and education opportunities for their children provided by a profession that is valued, well compensated and supported.

Take Action Now

The General Assembly needs to hear from you immediately!

Budget negotiations have intensified, and we are learning Pre-K and the Child Care Recruitment and Retention Initiative funding are IN JEOPARDY.

Now is the time for policymakers to show early childhood educators that their critical work of caring for and educating young children is valued and matters to children, families, businesses and Pennsylvania’s economic security!

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  • About Us

    We are an affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and a dynamic membership organization of early care and education professionals.

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    Membership

    A professional membership with PennAEYC is the best way to stay connected to the latest information, action and research about early care and education.

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    Our Work

    We are steadfast in the vision that every child in Pennsylvania has the equal opportunity to be a successful, responsible, and productive member of society as a result of their early childhood experiences.

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    Policy & Advocacy

    Become an informed and educated advocate, your voice matters! Learn more about state and federal policies that impact early care and education and what you can do to share your voice.

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    Quality

    Early childhood experiences are critical in the healthy education and development of young children. Learn more about quality early care and education.