The QCC County Program Profile provides county data from the Common Data File (CDF) and the Annual Progress Report (APR). For counties that are a part of a consortium, the QCC County Program Profile provides a combined view of the CDF and APR. Both qualitative and quantitative data are presented to provide a local view of early learning and care climate.

The purpose of Kern Early Stars is to support high-quality early childhood education programs, strengthen teaching practices, and advocate for all children. We partner with California State Preschool Programs, child development centers, family child care providers, and alternative child care settings. Our program also collaborates with community based organizations including libraries, family resource centers, and home visiting programs. Since 2014, KES continues its mission to educate programs, families, and the community in understanding the impact of high quality education with the support of the Kern County Superintendent of Schools and First 5 Kern.

• CSPP
• QCC
• IMPACT

• Community Connection for Child Care/Resource & Referral Community Care Licensing
• CPIN
• PITC
• Local School Districts – Arvin School District
• Bakersfield City School District
• Delano Union Elementary School District
• Edison School District
• Greenfield School District
• Panama Buena Vista School District
• Community Action Partnership of Kern First 5 Kern Bakersfield Homeless Center Kern County Superintendent of Schools – Early Childhood Education Bakersfield College
• Taft College
• Bakersfield Adult School
• California State University
• Bakersfield Children’s Center

Kern Early Stars, in partnership with Consortium members, will identify potential participants and provide information on the benefits of participation. A designated Kern Early Stars staff member will schedule an initial meeting with potential participants to discuss the benefits, opportunities, and requirements of participation. Kern Early Stars staff will actively engage sites in determining the training, coaching, and technical assistance needed to help them in the development of a quality improvement plan. Interested providers can complete the KES Interest Form.

Participating educators receive professional development opportunities and work with a coach that guides their journey. Together they set goals that strengthen quality teaching practices and support the early education of Kern County children.

Incentives include personalized coaching, access to numerous community resources and networking opportunities, and a variety of high-quality training opportunities. Financial stipends are offered to California State Preschool Programs that complete the rating process, with the stipend amount dependent on the tier level achieved.

Learn more from the videos below:

Kern Early Stars Spanish Video

Kern Early Stars English Video