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

Programs

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

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