Youngstar Parent Resources

Resources for Parents

YoungStar connects parents to tools and information to help them raise healthy, happy kids! Learn what to look for when selecting a child care provider; find information on early childhood education, nutrition and healthy learning environments; and discover activities that promote children’s healthy brain development.

YoungStar gives parents peace of mind. And, it helps you give your child(ren) a promising start in life.

Read through the various resources to learn more about the growth and development of children.

Youngstar Parents FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions for Parents

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YoungStar is a 5 Star quality rating and improvement system for child care and school-age programs.

A program's rating is based on:

Order Youngstar Brochures

Ordering YoungStar Brochures

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If you run out of a particular YoungStar brochure, you can order more from the Department of Administration (DOA) Document Sales & Distribution Center.

YoungStar Rating Critera

YoungStar Rating Criteria

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YoungStar is designed to help providers improve the quality of their business and program practices. To assist providers with their improvement efforts, YoungStar developed specific criteria that helps programs recognize their strengths and identify areas for improvement. The YoungStar evaluation criteria outlines the items that will be evaluated and can be used by Directors and Lead Teachers/Group Leaders to prepare for a YoungStar rating.

YoungStar Policies

YoungStar Policies

The following policies are meant to help providers better understand and navigate through the details of the YoungStar program. If you would like clarification on any of the policies listed below or need additional assistance, please contact us at: youngstar@wisconsin.gov.