New report examines the state of preschool education

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Teacher Tara Matise exercise with her prekindergarten students participating virtually in her classroom ahead of planned in-person learning at Nebinger Elementary School in Philadelphia, Friday, March 19, 2021.

aired; May 13, 2026

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A new report is offering a closer look at preschool education across the country and where states stand when it comes to early learning access and quality.

On The Spark, Steve Barnett of the National Institute for Early Education Research and report lead author Allison Friedman-Krauss discuss findings from the latest State of Preschool Yearbook, including trends in enrollment, funding, and program standards.

The conversation also focuses on Pennsylvania’s preschool landscape, what the report reveals about early childhood education in the state, and why advocates say access to quality preschool can have long-term impacts for children and families.