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Navigating Search Results

How to navigate search results

Learn how to interpret provider information, narrow your search with a variety of filters, and find results on the map.

How to Navigate Search

Step-by-step tutorial

Search 1

Update your search at any time

Access the search bar at the top of your screen to update search criteria by location, method of transportation, and/or number of children.

Search 2

Apply filters

Narrow and refine your search results to find the best fit for your family with these filtering options.

Search 3

Browse relevant providers

The left-hand side of the screen features a list of providers that match your current search criteria. Scroll down to see more.

Search 4

See locations on the map

Relevant providers will show as dots on the map. Click one to bring up the provider profile on the left. A checkmark indicates a provider that has availability and a star indicates a quality-rated provider.

Search 5

Filter by availability

Use this filter to remove providers that don't have any openings for your requested age ranges.

Search 6

Filter by distance

Narrow your search radius by selecting how far away you are willing to go from the location you used for your search.

Search 7

Filter by quality rating

Choose your lowest acceptable threshold for quality rated providers.

Search 8

Filter by program types

Find the programs that fit your needs, including full-time, part-time, and other available options.

Search 9

Filter by program season

Do you need care year-round, or only for part of the year? Use this filter to find programs that match your seasonality requirements. 

Search 10

Filter by hours and days

Find care that matches your schedule with a range of hours from drop-off to pickup. Check the boxes for days you need care.

Search 11

Filter by additional criteria

Click More filters to select specific programs, services, subsidies, and other criteria aligned with your family's unique preferences and circumstances.

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Get detailed provider information

Learn more about providers by clicking into the provider profile. Message them directly, request a tour (where available), or show additional information by clicking View profile

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View licensing, availability, programs, and more

Scroll down to see detailed information about a provider's status, capacity, openings, the programs they offer, the subsidies they accept, and much more!

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Highlights from each provider

Highlights feature all the information that the provider has added to their profile. Some provider profiles may have more information than others. Look for details about curriculum, spoken languages, specialized care and supports, and more.

Search 16

Learn about provider staff

The Staff Members section may include information about the provider's leadership and employees. This information is entered by each provider and may not always be available.

Search 17

Go back to search results

Click Back to search results to leave the provider profile and continue browsing the list. 

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