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Early Childhood & Education

PSC's impact on education policy reform

From system redesign to equity-centered innovation, our team is trusted to deliver the research, strategy and implementation support Michigan needs to build a better future for all students.

PSC has decades of experience helping Michigan improve systems that support children, families, students and educators. We bring research, policy expertise and meaningful engagement with families, providers, educators and communities to address some of the state’s most complex challenges in education and early childhood.

Our expertise

  • Statewide PreK for All and school readiness policy
  • Childcare access, affordability, subsidies and payment policy
  • Childcare market and workforce research
  • Employer and community childcare strategies
  • Early childhood systems and program evaluation
  • Special education policy and compliance
  • Education finance and accountability
  • Intersection of higher education and economic development

Invest early

Focus on teaching

Spend efficiently

Connect K-12 and postsecondary

Putting ideas into action

Autism Alliance of Michigan Report to the Community: Assessment, Graduation, and Dropout

Spartan Child Development Center Strategic Plan

MI Tri-Share 2024 Evaluation Report

Regional Action Plan: Capital Area Child Care Coalition

Growing Michigan’s Future

SPARK ECIC Report

Let's shape the future together

Partner with us to transform education policy through research-driven solutions and collaborative stakeholder engagement.

Lansing's Capitol building