Helping Childcare Programs Reach Their Highest Potential

Are you ready to shift from surviving to truly thriving?

Who We Are?

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With Elevate Early Ed, every child care center has the potential to thrive. With over three decades of hands-on experience in early childhood education, we’ve seen firsthand the growing challenges centers face. With Elevate Early Ed, we offer real solutions: licensing and compliance guidance, enrollment strategies, staff hiring and retention plans, hands-on training, accreditation assistance, and group or individual CPR/first aid, and SIDS certification. We help you build a reliable team, stretch your resources wisely, and strengthen your program without sacrificing quality or your sanity. Our mission is to help programs rise, one confident classroom, one empowered leader at a time. Because your work matters, and your program deserves to thrive!

We’ve Been in Every Seat, Except Yours. That’s Why We’re Here to Help.

At Elevate Early Ed, we understand that every program is unique; there is no one-size-fits-all solution. With more than 30 years of hands-on experience, including leading a National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)-accredited center and being honored as Director of the Year among 500 distinguished franchise locations, we understand the real-world challenges educators and leaders face every day. We are passionate about providing practical tools, personalized strategies, and compassionate support to parents, educators, and child care leaders. Explore how we can help you create confident, connected, and thriving learning environments.

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How we support you

  • Enrollment strategies

  • Staff & family retention systems

  • Accreditation assistance 

  • Licensing, compliance, and operational guidance

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Why Choose Elevate Early Ed?

We’ve been there, now we’re here for you

  • Increase Enrollment & Visibility – Build strategic systems to attract, convert, and retain families with strong branding, online presence, and “tour-ready” experiences.

  • Stand Out in a Crowded Market – Highlight your school’s unique strengths through tailored messaging, marketing, and reputation management.

  • Strengthen Operations & Staff – Implement compliance safeguards, professional development, and retention strategies to boost quality and morale.

  • Work Smarter, Not Harder – Use data-driven decision-making and expert guidance to save time, avoid burnout, and grow with confidence.

Many childcare centers face challenges like low enrollment, difficulty retaining families, and limited visibility in their communities. Without a clear strategy, owners often rely on word-of-mouth alone, miss opportunities to stand out from competitors, and struggle to keep their teams engaged and well-trained. Expert consulting bridges these gaps by creating proven enrollment systems, enhancing branding and online presence, improving tour and follow-up processes, and implementing referral and retention programs that keep families coming back.

Beyond marketing, Elevate Early Ed provides guidance on compliance, licensing, and professional development, ensuring your school maintains high standards while fostering a motivated, well-trained team. Data-driven tools allow you to track what’s working, eliminate wasted effort, and focus on strategies that drive measurable growth. With our support, your program can attract more families, improve operational efficiency, and build a reputation as a safe, trusted, and thriving learning environment.

What They’re Saying About Us

  • "Tracy consistently demonstrates unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of children and their families. She creates the best and safest learning environment while fostering open communication and professionalism. As both a parent and seasoned educator, Tracy understands challenges on every side and excels at finding common ground."

    — Nermin Sabry

  • "With over 34 years of experience, Tracy brings unmatched knowledge, insight, and compassion to early childhood education. Under her visionary leadership, our center reached maximum enrollment and became a regional leader. Tracy approaches every challenge with grace and calm, inspiring both families and staff while mentoring others across the network."

    — Smita Bedi

  • I have had the privilege of working with Ms. Tracy, and can confidently say she is an exceptional leader who prioritizes the well-being of every child. She knows each child by name, builds strong relationships with families, and goes above and beyond to create a nurturing, supportive, and inclusive environment. What truly sets Ms. Tracy apart is her attentiveness and proactive approach, she quickly identifies when a child may be facing sensory, motor, or social challenges and immediately connects families with the resources they need. She values collaboration, requires follow-up from therapists, and ensures strategies are carried over consistently between the classroom and home. Her dedication, insight, and leadership make a tremendous impact not only on the children, but also on their families and teaching staff.

    —Lesa Brown, OTR/L, CADS JP Rehab Solutions

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