Please be sure to visit our new Caregiver Resources area. In this section of our web site you will find a growing library of downloadable information on all aspects of child care and education.

WELCOME

 

 

 

 
  Click on the map on the left to see our new service delivery areas!!!Click on your county or surrounding counties to take advantage of training opportunities closest to you!!!

 
Welcome to the Tennessee Child Care Resource and Referral Network (CCR&R). There are eight (8) CCR&R offices across Tennessee each providing free training and technical assistance to child care providers to improve the quality of child care for all children.

The CCR&R also helps parents seeking child care to find child care providers in their area. Whether you are a parent seeking child care resources, a child care provider seeking help with your work, an employer trying to assist parents in your organization, or a community organization involved with children, we look forward to helping you obtain the information you need.

Take a few minutes and explore the website.  You will find information on Tennessee's Infant and Toddler Initiative, Strengthening Families and Provider Self Assessment and Mentoring.  You can also watch our Health and Safety video or find out about TNCCPT trainings.  

Pay close attention to our "Latest News" alerts to the left.  Here you will find real time updates and information on what is happening around the state!

Help is just a click away!!!!

 







The web sites listed below provide helpful information for both parents and child care providers.

Clicking on a web site name will cause a new window to open.


  • Tennessee Family Child Care Alliance (TFCCA)
    • TFCCA strives to promote quality care through peer mentoring, appropriate training, opportunities for support group development, parent/community involvement and peer networking.
  • Tennessee Star Quality Website
    • This website is a resource to child care providers looking for answers to questions regarding Tennessee's Star Quality and Report Card Program and other Child Care Quality Improvement initiatives.
  • Tennessee Association for the Education of Young Children
    • This website is for early childhood educators and child care providers who are seeking membership in a professional organization relevant to their career.
  • Consumer Product Safety Commission
    • This website alerts consumers to recalls and alerts issued about commonly used household items.
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
    • This website contains an abundance of information on health, safety and nutrition for children.
  • Zero to Three
    • This website is a great resource for caregivers and parents of children ages zero to three years. The website contains information, research and resources on issues relevent to caring for our youngest children.
  • Parents Know Kids Grow
    • This website provides valuable information on child related topics that are helpful to both parents and child care providers. This is also where child care providers will sign up for the CCR&R Newsletter emails.
  • Tennessee Early Childhood Training Alliance
    • TECTA provides training and financial support for those seeking a degree in early childhood education.
  • Tennessee Child Care Online Training
    • Department of Human Services approved online training for child care providers.
  • Tennesse Early Grades Reading Toolkit
    • The Tennessee Department of Education, Division of School Readiness and Early Learning has developed a research-based toolkit for Early Grades Reading Instructional Practices aligned with the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts for grades K-3, and Tennessee Early Learning Developmental Standards for Pre-K.
  • Tennessee Health Statistics
    • This is a website that has health statistics, including info on asthma statistics and a plan to reduce asthma burden.
  • Find the Asthma Toolkit Here
    • Find useful information and resources for understanding and managing asthma.
  • Asthma resources from the Environmental Protection Agency
    • This site provides publications and resources for parents, caregivers and children to help manage asthma.
  • Tennessee Safe Sleep Website
    • This site provides useful information on keeping your baby safe during sleep. This is a great resource for parents, grandparents and caregivers.