Kentucky Early Childhood Data System (KEDS)
Supporting Kentucky's Children As They Grow
The Kentucky Early Childhood Data System (KEDS)
was designed to gather statewide data from First Steps, State-Funded Preschool, and child care programs while allowing teachers and providers to focus on implementing high-quality assessments that provide feedback to improve instruction and support positive outcomes for young children.
What We Do
We help the state track the developmental progress of young children enrolled in their programs.
PROGRESS MONITORING
We help teachers use appropriate assessments to monitor children's learning and skill development.
ASSESSMENT SUPPORT
We help state administrators complete the federal reporting requirements for IDEA on child outcomes.
REPORT DEVELOPMENT
How We Make It Happen
CHILD
ASSESSMENTS
Providers and teachers observe children and complete assessments using approved tools.
DATA
COLLECTION
Assessment and demographic data are collected through the KEDS Online Portal and publisher systems.
ANALYSES &
REPORTING
Analyses are conducted and results shared through reports with state, regional and district administrators.