Regulatory Agencies and CCR&Rs
Regulartory agencies, child care resource and referral agencies, and other organizations can help you be an advocate for high-quality early childhood education. Here are some resources to help you get started.
Regulatory agencies
Regulatory agencies provide and enforce health and safety requirements that allow early childhood programs in all settings to operate.
New York State
The Office of Children and Family Services provides resources to help:
New York City
Child care resource and referral agencies
Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies provide valuable resources to families and child care providers across New York State.
The CCR&Rs can help with:
Other agencies
Other agencies provide resources and support for early childhood education and care in New York State and New York City.
New York State Agencies
New York State Education Department
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is part of the University of the State of New York (USNY), which is known as one of the most complete, interconnected systems of educational services in the United States.
New York State Council on Children and Families
The New York State Council on Children and Families (CCF) is a state agency established in 1977 that serves as a neutral coordinator and facilitator among New York's health, education, and human services systems.
New York City Agencies
Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
The NYC Administration for Children's Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of New York City's children, young people, families, and communities by providing child welfare, juvenile justice, and early care and education services.
The New York City Public Schools system is the largest public school district in the United States, serving over 1.1 million students across more than 1,800 schools throughout the five boroughs of New York City.