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!

Thousands of emails and calls advocating for pre-k and child care investments moved us one step closer to ensuring that funding is in the final 2025-26 Pennsylvania budget! The PA House of Representatives took the next step in the budget process passing House Bill 1330 which includes Governor Shapiro’s proposed investments in the early care and learning workforce. The 2025-26 PA budget is now in the hands of the Senate, and they need to hear from you immediately.  We have ONLY a SHORT TIME to make a difference.  

Silence = Surrender. Let’s make sure our message won’t be ignored.

group around pennaeyc table at 2023 awards ceremony
  • 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.

  •
    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.

  •
    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.

  •
    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.

  •
    Quality

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