Early Childhood Rating and
Accreditation (ECRA) Program
For Centers that Serve Children
Quality Domains
Quality Standards
Quality Tiers
Transform Your Center's Quality with ECRA Accreditation
Arabian Child is proud to be the authorized administrator of the Early Childhood Rating and Accreditation (ECRA) program in the Middle East. We are dedicated to supporting early childhood centers and preschools serving children from birth to age 8 on their journey toward achieving ECRA accreditation.
ECRA is an internationally recognized Quality Rating and Accreditation Program designed to elevate early childhood education standards globally. Through a comprehensive quality improvement process, ECRA guides centers to enhance all areas of their operations, ensuring high-quality learning environments for young children.
How Arabian Child Supports Your Journey
01
Application
Assistance
We help you navigate the application process, ensuring your center meets all eligibility criteria for ECRA accreditation.
02
Self-Evaluation
Facilitation
Our facilitators assist you in conducting a thorough self-evaluation and action planning to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
03
Interpreting ECRA
Standards
We engage with your team to interpret the ECRA standards across the six quality domains, making them applicable to your center.
Eligible Centers
JawdaTM Accreditation is designed for a diverse array of centers dedicated to nurturing and educating children aged 0-8 years. Whether you are:
- Early Childhood Education Centers: Focused on providing foundational learning experiences.
- Daycare Facilities: Offering safe, nurturing care while parents are at work.
- Special Needs Programs: Specialized services catering to children with unique learning and care needs.
- Preschools: Preparing children for the transition to formal schooling.
- Child Development Centers: Emphasizing holistic growth and developmental milestones.
- After-School Programs: Providing additional educational and recreational activities post-school hours.
Your center plays a vital role in shaping young minds and futures. JawdaTM is here to help you excel in that mission.
Some of the Accredited Centers
House of Colors Nursery Busy Bees Nursery Sesame Street Private Nursery Talat School Australian International Nursery Chubby Cheeks Nursery Kids Academy
IDEA ELC Tomorrow Oasis Nursery Little Pearls Nursery Blooming Buds Nursery Shamah Autism Center Thought Makers School Ministry of Presidential Affairs Nursery
Kids Tent Nursery IQ Kids Nursery Aga Khan Early Learning Center Bupa Nursery International Montessori Nursery Dreamland Nursery First Steps Children’s Center
Our Services
Arabian Child offers a range of services to support centers in achieving ECRA accreditation:
Application Support
Assisting you in ensuring eligibility and preparing your application.
Self-Evaluation and Action Planning
Guiding you through self-assessment and developing improvement plans.
Standards Interpretation
Helping you understand and implement ECRA's six quality domains and 80 standards.
Quality Improvement Support
Collaborating with your team to enhance quality practice
Training and Professional Development
Providing staff training (CPD) to address identified areas for improvement.
Benefits of Working with Arabian Child
Collaborative Partnership
Work alongside our facilitators and your internally appointed Quality Excellence Lead.
Team Development
Prepare your whole team for accreditation, ensuring evidence is evenly distributed and well-documented.
Quality Practice Identification
Build a strong, evaluation-led evidence base in care, safety, and education
Operational Insights
Highlight strengths in operational management and identify areas for enhancement.
Training Opportunities
Access internal staff training (CPD) and accredited courses endorsed in KSA, UAE, and other Middle Eastern countries
Benefits of ECRA Accreditation
By achieving ECRA accreditation, your center will benefit from:
Quality Enhancement
- Achieve and maintain high standards of care and education.
- Foster a culture of continuous development and improvement.
Recognition and Credibility
- Gain a mark of excellence recognized by parents and the community.
- Build trust through verified quality standards.
Operational Excellence
- Improve efficiency and effectiveness through best practices
- Enhance safety and reduce potential risks
Competitive Advantage
- Stand out with accredited status in a crowded market.
- Attract more families with your commitment to excellence.
Parental Engagement
- Foster stronger relationships with parents.
- Help parents make informed decisions with transparent quality indicators.
Orientation Workshops
Want to understand the basics of JawdaTM program? Go through these short courses.
- Language: English
- Course Length: 15 Minutes
- Course Type: Self-Paced
- Language: English
- Course Length: 10 Minutes
- Course Type: Self-Paced
- Language: English
- Course Length: 10 Minutes
- Course Type: Self-Paced
Frequently Asked Questions
ECRA (Early Childhood Rating and Accreditation) is an internationally recognized program designed to elevate early childhood education standards globally. It provides a pathway for centers to enhance quality through rigorous assessments across six domains and 80 standards.
As the authorized administrator of ECRA in the Middle East, Arabian Child assists centers through every step of the accreditation process—from application and self-assessment to quality improvement and final accreditation.
ECRA accreditation helps centers achieve high standards of care and education, gain recognition and credibility, improve operational efficiency, stand out in the market, and foster stronger relationships with parents.
Begin by completing the ECRA application form. We will assist you in registering and starting the step-by-step process toward accreditation.
Ready to Elevate Your Center's Quality?
