Finding the right child care is now easier!
Pennsylvania’s Early Learning Resource Centers (ELRC) provide a single point of contact for families, early learning providers and communities to gain information and access services that support high quality child care and early learning programs. By calling our Hotline 1-888-461-KIDS (5437) or visiting an ELRC, ELRC specialists assist families in making informed choices. The ELRC will talk to you about your child care needs and share information with you about high quality early learning programs.
Search for a Child Care Provider Online
For an on-line search or an application, visit www.findchildcare.pa.gov
How do I select child care?
By reaching for the STARS. Pennsylvania’s Keystone STARS programs promotes quality in child care and Head Start programs. Your ELRC can help you understand the importance of finding quality child care providers and what to look for, along with questions to ask when visiting a child care program. To learn more, contact us or call our Hotline 1-888-461-KIDS (5437).
How do I pay for child care?
The ELRC through the Child Care Works subsidy program helps low-income families pay for their child care fees. You must complete an application to find out if you are eligible for subsidized child care funding. The program pays a portion to the child care provider and the family pays a co-pay. If you are not eligible for subsidized child care funding, you may be eligible for other early learning programs such as: PA Pre-K, Head Start, Early Head Start or PHL Pre-K. You can call or visit the closest ELRC or apply on line at www.compass.state.pa.us. To learn more, contact us or call our Hotline 1-888-461-KIDS (5437)