In their article, Program Quality and Early Childhood Inclusion,Virginia Buysse and Heidi L. Hollingsworth note that high quality early childhood education is linked to developmental outcomes in children that will set them on a path for success in school.

 

There is now substantial research evidence to suggest a causal link between program quality and developmental outcomes in young children enrolled in early education programs. Among the general population of young children who participate in early education programs,high-quality early care and education offer a strong foundation for school readiness across key domains of learning and set the stage for future school success.

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