"Now Accepting Nominations for Individuals in Child Care —

from Daycare Providers to Teachers and Parents!"

Legacy in Voluntary Registration Excellence Award Honors a childcare professional operating under voluntary state registration who demonstrates exceptional commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Legacy Family Day Home Leadership Award Recognizes an outstanding family day home professional who exemplifies leadership, innovation, and nurturing care in a home-based childcare setting.
Legacy Child Day Center Excellence Award Presented to a child day center leader who consistently provides high-quality early childhood education, fosters professional growth, and makes a lasting impact in their center and community.
Legacy Religious Exemption Leadership Award Celebrates a religiously exempt childcare program leader who upholds strong educational values, integrity, and community service in alignment with their faith-based mission.

Legacy Infant Teacher of the Year Award Honors an exceptional infant teacher who provides nurturing, developmentally appropriate care and fosters early learning foundations with dedication and compassion.
Legacy Toddler Teacher of the Year Award Recognizes a toddler teacher who inspires curiosity, independence, and growth through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
Legacy Pre-K Teacher of the Year Award Celebrates a Pre-K educator who prepares young learners for school success through creative, intentional teaching and meaningful connections with families.
Legacy Early Childhood Educator of the Year Award Presented to a distinguished educator who exemplifies excellence in curriculum delivery, child development expertise, and advocacy for early learning.
Legacy Childcare Professional of the Year Award Awarded to a childcare professional who leads by example, demonstrating exceptional business acumen, community engagement, and commitment to raising industry standards.
Legacy Homeschool Educator of the Year Award Honors a homeschool educator who delivers outstanding instruction, fosters lifelong learning, and builds a legacy of educational excellence within their family and community.

FAQs

Answers to Your Key Questions About Childcare and Family Legacy Services

Can one be nominated for more than one category?

Yes however once we complete the interview of the nominee, if accepted they will be selected for up to two different categories to receive votes for.

When does voting start?

Voting will start July 1, 2025. However we will still accept nominations up to September 30, 2025.

How does voting work?

This isn’t a popularity contest. Voting helps us see who’s actually sharing their nomination, but it’s not the final say. Once we spot the top 5 in each category, the real decision will be based on how well you actually fit the category—not just how many clicks you got.

Do I need to attend the conference & award ceremony?

If you are nominated, yes we are wanting all nominees to be at the conference and ceremony to receive their awards. We will not be mailing them out.

Can I nominate myself?

Yes of course you can. We plan to receive more than 250 nominations so just make sure that when we open up for interviews you set your appointment and not miss it.

How can I nominate someone for the Childcare Excellence Awards?

Nominations can be submitted through our website in the awards section by filling out a nomination form.