ECFE Drop & Play Need a little time to run errands, attend appointments, or simply recharge? ECFE Drop & Play offers a safe, welcoming space where your child can play, explore, and connect while you take care of what you need. Designed for children ages 0–7, this drop-off playtime is supervised by an experienced Early Childhood staff member along with a trained high school assistant. During the two-hour session, children will enjoy a variety of age-appropriate toys, activities, and free play in a nurturing, structured environment. When: 9:00–11:00 AMWho: Children ages 0–7Location: Enter through Door 14 and use the intercom to ring the ECFE classroom Please note: No food will be served during this time. You can feel confident knowing your child is in caring, capable hands—having fun while you take a little time for yourself.

Preschool Preview is a daytime family education class designed to prepare children and parents for the preschool experience. Meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:00–1:30 PM, families follow an alternating schedule: one day parents attend class with their child, and the next day children attend independently. Children enjoy preschool-style learning through play, songs, stories, and hands-on activities while building early learning, social-emotional, and adaptive skills. This supportive class helps children gain confidence, practice separation, and prepare for a successful transition to preschool at age 4.

ECFE+1 Age Group: 3-year-olds Overview: ECFE+1 is a unique early childhood class designed for families who want to provide their 3-year-old with additional classroom experience and socialization opportunities. This program blends the supportive, parent-child engagement of Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) with the structured learning environment of a traditional preschool. Class Structure: Parent & Child Day: Once per week, parents attend with their child for an interactive ECFE session. This time includes guided play, early learning activities, and a parenting discussion facilitated by an early childhood educator. Parents will gain insights into child development and strategies to support learning at home. Preschool Day: On the second day each week, children attend independently, experiencing a preschool-style classroom with hands-on activities, peer interactions, and foundational learning experiences that build social-emotional and early academic skills. Benefits of ECFE+1: ✔️ A gentle transition into structured learning for young children ✔️ Quality time for parents and children to learn together ✔️ Socialization and peer interactions in a classroom setting ✔️ Confidence-building experiences for both children and parents Join us for ECFE+1 and give your child a strong start in their early learning journey!