About Texas Rising Star
It’s no surprise that little ones who attend a high-quality early learning program are better prepared for school. And child care providers who are Texas Rising Star certified deliver that quality care and then some. In fact, their care is above the state’s minimum standards. So parents and guardians can feel confident choosing a provider who is Texas Rising Star certified.
Benefits for families
- Easy to understand rating system of two to four stars
- Smaller class sizes and more teachers
- Teachers with higher education and ongoing training
- Positive and patient teachers
- Age-appropriate activities and quality program
- Indoor and outdoor classrooms that help with learning and development
Support for learning at home
Benefits for providers
- Higher child care reimbursement rates
- Professional development opportunities
- One-on-one mentoring
- Eligibility for other benefits, such as grants, stipends, materials and equipment
- Free advertisement to parents and the community
Certification is available to licensed centers and licensed and registered home based child care facilities participating in Child Care Services.
