CPE Recognition and Subsidised Status — Quebec's quality rating system
Quebec's quality rating and improvement system (Ministère de la Famille) is managed by Ministère de la Famille (Quebec). Ratings are and required for all licensed providers.
Look up a provider's rating
Ministère de la Famille — official provider search
How providers are evaluated
Staff education & credentials
Director and teacher qualifications, early childhood education degrees, credential levels.
Curriculum & learning environment
Use of research-based curriculum, quality of learning materials, classroom setup.
Classroom interactions
Observed teacher–child interactions using standardized tools like CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System).
Family engagement
Communication practices, family involvement policies, cultural responsiveness.
Program administration
Financial stability, staff policies, ongoing professional development.