Types of Early Childhood Programs Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Family Child Care Home?

Child care provided in a private home (correct)

Focus on meeting child's physical needs

Full-day child care facilities

Program for three- and four-year-old children

What do Child Care Centers focus on?

Training for future teachers

Custodial care only

Basic nutritional needs (correct)

Educational philosophies

What is custodial care?

Type of child care that focuses primarily on meeting the child's physical needs.

What is the Montessori approach?

A philosophy of education in which children are given considerable freedom and spontaneity in choosing learning activities. Signup and view all the answers

What is Head Start?

A program that provides economically-disadvantaged children with skills needed to start school, including health, nutrition, social skills, and parent involvement. Signup and view all the answers

What are school-age child care programs?

Before school or after school care for children ages 5-13. Signup and view all the answers

What are parent cooperatives?

Formed and run by parents who wish to take part in their children's preschool experience. Signup and view all the answers

What are laboratory schools?

Programs located on postsecondary or college campuses that provide training for future teachers and serve as a study group for research. Signup and view all the answers

What is universal pre-kindergarten?

A state-sponsored program designed to introduce three- and four-year-old children to a literacy-rich environment. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean if a program is accredited?

Having a certification that states a set of standards has been met. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Early Childhood Programs

Family Child Care Home: Child care provided in a private residence, offering a homely environment for children.
Child Care Centers: Full-day facilities designed to address children's basic needs including nutrition, socialization, emotional support, intellectual growth, and physical development.
Custodial Care: Focuses primarily on fulfilling the physical needs of children, ensuring safety and basic care.
Montessori Approach: An educational philosophy promoting self-directed learning, allowing children to select their activities and fostering independence.
Head Start: Established in 1965, this program assists economically disadvantaged children with essential skills for school readiness, emphasizing health, nutrition, social skills, and involvement of parents.
School-Age Child Care Programs: Structured care designed for children aged 5-13, available before and after school hours to support working families.
Parent Cooperatives: Preschools managed by parents who actively participate in their children's educational experience, fostering community and direct involvement.
Laboratory Schools: Located on college or university campuses, these programs serve dual purposes: educating future teachers and providing a setting for research in early childhood education.
Universal Pre-Kindergarten: A state-sponsored initiative aimed at introducing three- and four-year-olds to a literacy-rich environment, laying the foundation for academic success.
Accredited Programs: These hold certification indicating that they meet established standards, ensuring quality in early childhood education.

Description

Learn about the various types of early childhood care options with this flashcard quiz. From family child care homes to Montessori programs, these cards cover essential definitions and concepts in child care. Perfect for educators and parents looking to understand early childhood education better.