Human Services News

Harvard Family Research Project:

Growing evidence tells us that quality after school programs can make a difference in children’s lives. But what defines quality in after school settings?

This brief by Harvard Family Research Project’s Priscilla Little offers an overview of the features of high-quality after school settings, including an examination of key research on links between program quality and developmental outcomes.

The brief, published by Child Care & Early Education Research Connections, also reviews current practice in program quality assessment, and a set of quality-related considerations for policymakers.