Event

Choosing Quality Child Care Seminar

Date Thursday, December 10, 2026

Time 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Cost Free

Location WakeMed Women’s Pavilion
1900 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC 27518, Conference Room A

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Choosing Quality Child Care: Making Your Search Simple and Smart

Going back to work (or just needing reliable child care) doesn’t have to feel overwhelming when it comes to finding child care. We’re here to guide you every step of the way!

Join this friendly in-person class and walk away feeling confident about how to find and choose high-quality child care that fits your family’s needs. You’ll learn:

• Practical steps to search for the right program—like what questions to ask and where to look.
• North Carolina’s licensing rules — these are the basic safety and health standards every licensed child care program must follow.
• Accreditation and star-rated standards — some programs go above and beyond by earning extra “stars” (like a 3- to 5-star) or national accreditation, which shows they’ve met higher quality benchmarks.
• Key signs of quality — easy-to-spot indicators of a great program.
• Financial help and community resources — explore options like child care subsidies, tax credits, and local assistance to make quality care more affordable.