Quality Rating 4: Curriculum

Requirements

Let’s look at the requirements for Developmentally Appropriate Learning and Practice: Curriculum: DAP 4.4.

Review the requirements for your program type.

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Child Care Center

DAP 4.4: Curriculum

The program implements a curriculum/curricula that is/are aligned with the Maryland Early Learning Standards for all ages enrolled.

Documentation to submit: Curriculum Statement

Family Child Care

DAP 4.4: Curriculum

The program implements a curriculum/curricula that is/are aligned with the Maryland Early Learning Standards for all ages enrolled.

Documentation to submit: Curriculum Statement

School-Age Only

DAP 4.4: Curriculum

There is no curriculum requirement for School-Age programs.

Key Terms

Maryland Early Learning Standards

Maryland’s Early Learning Standards describe key elements of development and learning that lay the foundation for future success.