Shining Brighter Through Alabama Quality STARS!

Last Updated: 4/14/2025



About Alabama Quality STARS

Frequently Asked Questions


Alabama Quality STARS Program Guidelines


STAR 1 Rating Information

Information related to being STAR 1 Rated can be found by clicking the button below.



Click on each picture to gain access to important information, documents, and links to learn more about the Alabama Quality STARS process for achieving a STAR Level 2-STAR Level 5.


If a provider's STAR Rating 2-5 is set to expire this year, he or she will need to apply and be approved for a new STAR rating assessment before the expiration date. Assessment Applications should be submitted in AlaCEED within 3 months of STAR rating expiration date.

*Providers should also check for updates to the STAR Rating BPR and Guidelines since assessments are based on the most up-to-date information.


Meet Our Team!

Provider Testimonials


If you have any further questions, please feel free to email our information email by filling out and submitting the form below or calling our helpline and leaving a detailed message.

Phone: 334-604-6260

Email: info@alabamaqualitystars.org

Address: P.O. Box 302755, Montgomery, AL 36130


Alabama Quality STARS is an interagency partnership between the Alabama Department of Human Resources and the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education

Link to DHR's Childcare Locator
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