Early Head Start Center-Based (Ages Birth – 3 years)

Within Early Head Start we have several programs options: center-based care and partnerships with local child care centers. Early Head Start programs support children’s growth and development in a positive learning environment through a variety of services. A child participating in the “Center-Based” option will come to classes Monday through Friday in one of our 2 center-based facilities.

Their day will consist of educational opportunities provided for their age and development. Our way of teaching allows children to learn in a hands-on way. Your child’s teacher will provide learning opportunities indoors and outside in large group, small group and individual settings. Classes in the center-based option are full day. Your child’s teacher will visit you in your home at least twice during each program year and have at least two other conferences with you. Your child’s learning will be tracked by the classroom staff, so be sure to ask them to show you how much he/she is learning.

Service Areas Include: 

Education (early learning): Children’s readiness for school and beyond is fostered through individualized learning experiences. Through relationships with adults, play, and planned and spontaneous instruction, children grow in many aspects of development. Children progress in social skills and emotional well- being, along with language and literacy learning, and concept development

Health (health, safety, nutrition, and mental health):
Each child’s perceptual, motor, and physical development is supported to permit them to fully explore and function in their environment. All children receive health and development screenings, nutritious meals, oral health and mental health support. Programs connect families with medical, dental, and mental health services to ensure that children are receiving the services they need.

Family & Community Engagement (family well-being):
Parents and families are supported in achieving their own goals, such as housing stability, continued education, and financial security. Programs support and strengthen parent-child relationships and engage families around children’s learning and development