A warm and caring environment
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A culturally sensitive environment
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A better educated staff (BA, P-3 certified)
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A well-trained staff (credentialed, i.e. CDA, CCP)
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A bilingual staff
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Ability to retain staff (stable workforce)
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Adequate compensation for all staff
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Staff membership in professional associations
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A good supply of developmentally appropriated materials and equipment
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Social/emotional supports for children and families
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A substantial portion of the day dedicated to play
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Positive interactions among children
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Positive interactions among children and staff
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Supports for special populations, i.e. Special Ed, ELL
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Successfully engaging parents
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Ability to provide parent programs
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Positive interactions between staff and families
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Ability to provide families with links to outside resources
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Meaningful community engagement
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Healthy meals served
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A neat, clean and orderly physical setting
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Adequate lighting (including natural light), temperature and noise control
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Adequate space for staff to meet
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Adequate space for families to meet
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Healthy and safe environments
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