Raising the Bar in Peel is a voluntary program for licensed child care programs that are committed to improving the quality of care and facilities in Peel Region.

For Parents

What is Raising the Bar in Peel (RTBP)?

• A program designed to help families ensure their children receive high-quality early learning and child care services
• A sign that the child care program is committed to maintaining and exceeding provincial regulatory standards and the Region of Peel’s quality standards
• An accreditation system that is measured over a three-year process and ongoing, using Bronze, Silver and Gold bars to indicate the level of quality

What categories are measured in Raising the Bar in Peel?

Quality Assurance

• Quality is monitored through indoor and outdoor environmental assessment tools
• Parent feedback is collected each year
• RTBP operates in full compliance with provincial, regional, and municipal regulations
• Our assessment includes indoor and outdoor health and safety inspections

Best Practices

• RTBP offers information for parents and promotes opportunities for community involvement
• There are detailed policies, procedures and management practices to guide day-to-day operations
• Resources and information about child development are provided to parents

Professional Development

• RTBP supports staff training through mentorship and training opportunities
• First Aid and CPR qualifications are kept current
• Cooks complete Food Handler’s Certificate training

What can families do?

• Talk to the child care program supervisor about their role in RTBP
• Look for RTBP certificates posted at the child care program site
• Share feedback through annual parent surveys
• Talk to teachers about what they are doing to enhance quality
• Tell friends and colleagues about RTBP