A multi-dimensional definition of child care and early education access that is centered on families

Description:

This one-page brief presents an infographic that illustrates a definition of access to child care and early education. It’s a definition being presented by the Child Care and Early Education Policy and Research Analysis (CCEEPRA) project. This definition of access centers around the experience of parents and families and consists of four dimensions: reasonable effort, affordability, supports child’s development, and meets parents’ needs.

Resource Type:

Fact Sheets & Briefs

Author(s):

Paschall Katherine W.; Maxwell Kelly

Publisher(s):

United States. Administration for Children and Families. Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation

Funder(s):

United States. Administration for Children and Families

Date Issued:

January 2022

Alternative Title:

Multi-dimensional framework of access to child care and early education (CCEE)

Source:

In K. Paschall & K. Maxwell, Defining and Measuring Access to Child Care and Early Education with Families in Mind. (OPRE Report #2022-232., p.2). U.S. Administration for Children and Families, Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/documents/opre/opre_defining-measuring-access-highlight_feb2022.pdf

Topics:

3. Child Care & Early Education Market > 3.1. Access To Child Care & Early Education

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