This link explains what Accreditation is all about and why you should consider choosing a program that has the NAEYC accreditation. It also has an address to contact to find out about accredited centers near you.
This document is courtesy of the National PTA and discusses various forms of child care, in home and out-of-home care, and what you should be looking for in a good care environment.
Three of the biggest buzz words in Quality child care centers are Developmentally Appropriate Practice. This article talks about what Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) is all about.
This is a more in depth article, which includes the four categories which were mentioned in the previous article, regarding what types of things young children should be learning.