For Parents:
What is Child Care Resource and Referral?
As a core service of the Partnership, Child Care Resource and Referral improves quality, and increases availability of child care in Watauga County. We offer training and resources for providers and parents, and awareness of children’s issues within the community.
Your Child Deserves High Quality Child Care!
The Children’s Council is committed to making Watauga County a better place to be a child and to raise a child.
Do you know your child care facility’s Star Rating?
Every parent wants what is best for their child, and that includes high quality child care. Licensed child care centers and homes in North Carolina are rated on a One to Five Star scale to accurately reflect their overall quality. Four and Five Star child care centers and family homes have higher program quality, higher staff education levels, and high compliance histories.
Choosing child care is one of the most important decisions that families can make. Finding childcare, however, can be challenging. You, and only you, know your child’s needs and the kind of care most appropriate for you child. Taking the time to find good child care will result in peace of mind while you are away from your child, knowing he/she will be safe and having fun, and knowing that your child is learning.
If you are looking for child care, you can call this toll free number: 1-877-670-8735 and talk to a referral specialist about the options in our county.
Complaints:
Regardless of good intentions, sometimes misunderstandings and problems happen. The Children’s Council Child Care Resource & Referral’s first commitment is to the healthy nurturing of children; if you have a complaint about a child care facility, please feel free to contact us. You may also contact the Division of Child Development and Early Education at 1-800-859-0892 or the department of Social Services at 828-265-8100.
For Child Care Providers
If you are interested in increasing your star level or participating in child care enhancement programs, please contact the CCR&R staff at the Children’s Council. The staff of the Child Care Resource and Referral offers assistance with:
• Technical Assistance
• Education Support
• Mock Rating Scales
• Workshops/Trainings
