Frequently Asked Questions

It's a professional distinction administered by the National Excellence Advisory Benchmark (NEAB) recognizing daycare and childcare providers who demonstrate superior nurturing care, verified family satisfaction, and professional integrity in early childhood services based on publicly available information.

No. Elite recognition cannot be purchased, applied for, or influenced by payment. Daycare professionals are identified through independent review of publicly available data and family satisfaction indicators.

Each recognition review involves: 1) Publicly available information analysis and reputation assessment; 2) Professional licensing verification and regulatory compliance review; 3) Family satisfaction evaluation based on publicly available feedback. Daycare and childcare providers that meet NEAB's Elite criteria receive recognition and become eligible for commemorative awards.

Elite recognition itself is independent and carries no cost. Only physical commemorative award items—crystal trophy or wall plaque—involve production fees ($347 each or $597 for both). This covers engraving, packaging, and shipping of the physical items only.

No. NEAB operates independently from daycare chains, educational product manufacturers, or professional associations. This ensures Elite recognition remains merit-based and impartial.

Families and media can verify Elite recognition using our online verification tool. Verification confirms inclusion in the NEAB recognition program and validates professional standing based on publicly available information at the time of review. Click here to verify recognition.

You may order additional commemorative awards for each location or staff member at a discounted rate ($297 each). Each piece can be personalized with appropriate details.

No. NEAB Elite recognition is not a professional license, childcare certification, or regulatory credential. It is an independent acknowledgment of positive reputation indicators. All daycare providers must maintain their own required licenses and certifications.

Elite recognition reflects professional standing at the time of review and may be updated annually based on continued compliance with NEAB standards.

No. Elite recognition reflects publicly available reputation indicators at the time of review and does not guarantee childcare quality, developmental outcomes, or educational results. It is based solely on documented family satisfaction and professional standing.

Support is available Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM CST. Our team assists with verification, award orders, and general inquiries. Click here to contact us.