Official definition

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing care and early learning opportunities for infants and children. These establishments generally care for children from birth through school age and may also offer pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and/or before- or after-school educational programs. The care and early learning provided by these establishments may include opportunities for development in health, social and emotional learning, and family engagement. Illustrative Examples: Before-school and after-school educational programs, separate from schools Child care babysitting services Child or infant care centers Head Start and Early Head Start programs, separate from schools Nursery schools Preschool centers Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--