Indiana’s child care system is at a crossroads. The Untapped Potential report made it clear: when families can’t access affordable, high-quality early education, children miss critical learning opportunities and parents face barriers to work and career growth. Since the report’s

🌟 Ready to Lead Academy 🌟 Designed for newly-hired early childhood administrators, Early Learning Indiana, in partnership with McCormick Center for Early Childhood Leadership at National Louis University, is inviting educators to grow their leadership skills through Ready to

🔬✨ STEM learning starts earlier than you think! From stacking blocks that teach balance and engineering, to asking “why” and “how” questions that spark scientific thinking, early STEM experiences lay the foundation for lifelong learning. At Early Learning Indiana, we know that

We know that right now many early learning programs are facing immense pressure and navigating a complex landscape — and we’re committed to continuing to support the important work they do every day. Through the Elevate Learning Project, Indiana’s nonprofit and family child

Across Indiana, early childhood providers shared the hurdles they’re up against—and the message is clear: programs are under growing strain, facing deepening challenges in enrollment, staffing and funding. Read the full findings: earlylearningin.org/current-challe…

This weekend’s Expert Voices session, led by Dr. Ryan Flessner of Butler University, gave educators from across the state the chance to dive into geometry in early childhood. From infants to pre-K, participants learned practical, hands-on strategies to foster mathematical thinking and

🌟 Ready to Lead Academy 🌟 Early Learning Indiana is currently offering Ready to Lead, a three-part professional development series designed to help educators build leadership skills, enhance program quality, and empower the children, families, and communities they serve. This

👏 When a little girl with Down Syndrome took her first steps, the entire classroom cheered. At the Center for Possibilities, every milestone is celebrated and every child is supported to thrive. Read how The Early Years Initiative is helping this Hobart program expand its

Each county in Indiana has its own story when it comes to early learning. How is your county doing? Find out in the Closing the Gap report and explore opportunities for improvement. earlylearningin.org/closing-the-ga…

At Early Learning Indiana, we believe every child deserves access to high-quality early learning. Our recent survey found that potential closures could eliminate nearly 1,400 child care seats in the next 12 months, about 5% of statewide capacity. Learn more:

Through the Elevate Learning Project, Indiana’s nonprofit and family child care providers gain access to classroom materials, instructional supports, and an implementation stipend — tools that strengthen early learning and help children reach their full potential. 👉 Learn more:

Stronger families start with stronger connections. Thanks to the Early Years Initiative, funded by Lilly Endowment Inc, partners including John Boner Neighborhood Centers, Edna Martin Christian Center and HealthNet are working side by side in the Near Eastside and

The Elevate Learning Project gives Indiana’s nonprofit and family child care providers the resources they need to support young learners. From classroom materials to instructional guidance and an implementation stipend, these tools help strengthen early learning and ensure every

🌸 At Iris Family Support Center’s Family Resource Center in Fort Wayne, more than 200 families came out for a community baby shower, highlighting the growing need for early childhood support. Through the Early Years Initiative, funded by Lilly Endowment Inc., Iris now reaches

🌟 Ready to Lead Academy🌟 Early Learning Indiana’s Ready to Lead professional development series in partnership with McCormick Institute for Early Childhood brought educators together to strengthen leadership skills, elevate program quality and empower the children, families and communities they serve.

At a meeting Tuesday, more than a dozen child care providers held up their hands when asked if they think they'll have to close their business in the next two years due to recent child care voucher cuts that support families and businesses' profit. wthr.com/article/news/l…

🌱 Educators in Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Marion, Morgan & Putnam counties — you’re invited! Join us for Rooted in Resilience: Early Learning Indiana’s first Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Conference—an evening focused on the power of SEL in early childhood education.

On Indianapolis’ near westside, JUST Community is making a real difference for families. 🤝 With support from the Early Years Initiative, they’re combining postpartum care with early learning for children from birth to age 3, creating a lasting impact in homes and child care

🌱 Last chance to RSVP! Educators in Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Marion, Morgan & Putnam counties — tomorrow’s the final day to reserve your spot for Rooted in Resilience, Early Learning Indiana’s first Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Conference. 📅 Thursday, October 30

Early Learning Indiana has released a dashboard that breaks down the revenue lost in every Indiana county from the child care voucher cuts, which provided low-income families assistance to pay for child care. MORE: wthr.com/article/news/l…