This class is designed for children from birth to age 5 and their parent or guardian. Each session includes time for parents and children to learn and play together, followed by a parent discussion group while children enjoy activities with our early childhood educators. Class ends with everyone coming back together for a short wrap-up. Registration Information: Please register one child using the sliding fee scale based on your household income. This covers the entire family—there’s no additional fee for siblings attending the same class. However, please register any additional children (second, third, or fourth) using the $0.00 option so we have accurate class rosters. All families are welcome! No one is turned away due to an inability to pay. To help make our program accessible to everyone, we use a sliding fee scale. Fees are collected at the beginning of each semester (twice during the school year).

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!

This class is designed for children ages 3 to 5 and their parent or guardian. It’s a great opportunity for preschool-aged children to experience the fun and routines of an early childhood classroom alongside their caregiver. The class includes shared parent-child time, followed by a separate parent discussion group while children participate in age-appropriate learning and play. We’ll wrap up the session together at the end. Please note: This class is specifically geared toward children ages 3–5 and is not intended for younger siblings under age 3. Registration Information: Please register one child using the sliding fee scale based on your household income. This covers the entire family—there’s no additional fee for siblings attending the same class. However, please register any additional children (second, third, or fourth) using the $0.00 option so we have accurate class rosters. All families are welcome! No one is turned away due to an inability to pay. To help make our program accessible to everyone, we use a sliding fee scale. Fees are collected at the beginning of each semester (twice during the school year).