Government Agencies and Ministries

  • Responsible for setting national policies, curriculum standards, and regulations for preschools. 
  • Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with health, safety, and educational standards. 
  • Monitor teacher qualifications, program accreditation, and facility requirements. 
  • Collect and analyze data to inform policy improvements and resource allocation. 
  • Enforce licensing requirements and take corrective actions if standards are not met. 

Educational Authorities and Local School Boards

  • Oversee implementation of curriculum standards and pedagogical practices in preschools. 
  • Provide professional development, training, and support for early childhood educators. 
  • Conduct classroom observations and assessments to monitor instructional quality. 
  • Facilitate communication between parents, educators, and policymakers regarding quality concerns. 
  • Manage local accreditation processes and quality assurance initiatives. 

Independent Accreditation and Quality Assurance Bodies

  • Offer voluntary external evaluation and certification of preschool programs. 
  • Use standardized assessment tools to measure program quality and effectiveness. 
  • Promote continuous improvement through feedback and targeted support. 
  • Provide parents and communities with transparent quality ratings to aid choice. 
  • Encourage best practices and innovation in early childhood education. 

Parents and Families

  • Play a vital role in observing and advocating for quality care and education. 
  • Monitor children’s development and satisfaction with their preschool experience. 
  • Provide feedback to providers and policymakers through surveys and parent organizations. 
  • Demand transparency and accountability from preschools and authorities. 
  • Partner with educators to support children’s learning and well-being. 

Research Institutions and Non-Governmental Organizations

  • Conduct independent studies evaluating early childhood program quality and outcomes. 
  • Monitor equity, access, and the impact of early education policies. 
  • Develop tools, frameworks, and guidelines for quality monitoring and improvement. 
  • Advocate for evidence-based practices and systemic reform. 
  • Facilitate global and cross-national comparisons to identify best practices.