Question 1

What is Early Start CT?

Accepted Answer

Early Start CT helps prepare children for school. Providers offer quality early childhood programs that are accessible and affordable. A variety of activities are designed to meet the needs of your child, and the program offers parent information and support to meet the needs of families.

Question 2

Who is eligible for enrollment?

Accepted Answer

All children, ages birth to 5. Children of ALL stages and developmental abilities, including special needs, are eligible at all programs.

Question 3

What types of programs are available?

Accepted Answer

There are two types of care available: full-time and part-time. Both option sare 5 day a week programs. The full-time programs are offered year round, full day (up to 10 hours), Monday through Friday. The part-time programs offer 2.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, school year only.

Question 4

Are the programs only for low income families?

Accepted Answer

No. Early Start CT must spend 60% of their funds on low income children. The remaining 40% can be spent on any child, ages birth to 5.

Question 5

Is there a cost?

Accepted Answer

A sliding fee scale based on family size and income is used by all funded programs to determine weekly cost to families.

Question 6

I don't speak English. Who will I talk to about my child?

Accepted Answer

Most programs have bilingual staff members.

Question 7

Why should I send my child to an Early Start CT program?

Accepted Answer

Children benefit from preschool education and experiences. It gives them an early start for school success.

Question 8

How can I get more information?

Accepted Answer

By contacting EdAdvance at 860-567-0863 x1160.

The Early Childhood Council of Western CT

Programs

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". Nelson Mandela

Frequently asked questions

What is Early Start CT?

Who is eligible for enrollment?

What types of programs are available?

Are the programs only for low income families?

Is there a cost?

I don't speak English. Who will I talk to about my child?

Why should I send my child to an Early Start CT program?

How can I get more information?

Programs

​"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". ﻿Nelson Mandela

Frequently asked questions

What is Early Start CT?

Who is eligible for enrollment?

What types of programs are available?

Are the programs only for low income families?

Is there a cost?

I don't speak English. Who will I talk to about my child?

Why should I send my child to an Early Start CT program?

How can I get more information?

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". Nelson Mandela