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10 Tips to Write Meaningful Observations in Early Years

Observations in childcare are key to understanding child development. This guide covers effective observation methods, writing meaningful reports, and how tools like Illumine help educators document and support every child’s learning journey.

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Structuring Your Business to Maximize Profit and Minimize Child Care Taxes

A practical guide for child care owners on choosing the right business structure and building year-round tax planning habits to protect cash flow and reduce tax-time surprises.

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California Universal TK: Enrollment Plan For Private And Montessori Schools

California’s Universal TK (2025–26) is reshaping private preschool enrollment. Here’s a survival plan for private and Montessori schools.

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Circle Time with Tim

Winning in Childcare

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Hidden Ways Poor Subsidy Management Is Costing Your Childcare Center

This blog breaks down where centers lose money and how a simple weekly process — supported by the right subsidy tracking software — helps you stay paid, organized, and audit-ready.

Winning In Childcare

10 mins

Head Start Funding Freeze: How Preschool Directors Can Future-Proof Their Programs

A practical playbook for preschool directors to stay audit-ready and financially resilient during a head start funding freeze by upgrading documentation, compliance, and billing systems.

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Foundations of a Childcare Business

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Montessori Schools in Florida: 10 Standout Programs Parents Love

A region-wise list of 10 highly recommended Montessori schools in Florida, with key details and what parents love most about each one.

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The 6 Stages of Play: A Guide to Play-Based Learning for Educators

Understand Mildred Parten’s stages of play and how children move from playing alone to playing with others over time. Use this play-based learning framework to plan activities, set expectations, and support social growth

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