Early childhood education market sees growth and district procurement

The early childhood education market is seeing significant activity, with states investing a record nearly $14.4 billion in public PreK for the 2024-25 period. Recent trends include the expansion of science-of-reading laws into PreK across more than 30 states and ongoing debates regarding screen time in classrooms.

Several school districts have issued requests for proposals to address specific educational needs. Warren Consolidated Schools in Michigan is seeking play-based, evidence-based early childhood curriculum resources for its preschool and special education programs. These materials must meet state approval standards and integrate various developmental subjects.

In New Jersey, Elizabeth Public Schools is looking for providers to offer job-embedded professional development and coaching support for instructional coaches in math and English language arts. This program aims to strengthen communication skills and establish structured coaching cycles involving observation and reflection.