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Offers early childhood education to children through the local school district. Half-day or full-day schedules may be available.

Montessori school providing education and childcare services for children ages 6 weeks through elementary age. The school's infant and toddler programs are licensed by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).

The school is a member of the American Montessori Society and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Provides toddler, preschool, and kindergarten programs to the Fox River area.

The Head Start program is a full day, full week preschool experience for low-income and disabled children 3-5 years old. The Head Start approach addresses the educational, health, nutrition, social, mental health and literacy needs of the children. Children participate in activities that promote motor, language, social/emotional, cognitive skills, literacy, science and math. All classrooms provide an inclusive environment for children with disabilities. Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack are provided daily through the CACFP program and Head Start partners with Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness to help children and families learn about healthy, local foods.

Head Start gives children, ages 3 and 4, the opportunity to grow and learn in a high quality early childhood setting. Head Start offers half-day, full-day, and homebased options.

Services designed to achieve a better balance of educational opportunities for students regardless of the population, financial differences, or geographic limitations of school districts. Services include: special education services, administrative services, teaching & learning services, technology services, and more.

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Special Education
Early Childhood Education

Head Start and Early Head Start are comprehensive child development programs that serve children from birth to age five, pregnant women and their families. The programs are child-focused and have the overall goal of increasing the school readiness of young children in low-income families.

Both programs provide a range of individualized services in the areas of education, medical, dental and mental health, nutrition and social service to children and their families. Parent involvement is encouraged and support is offered for children with disabilities.

Local school contacts in Audubon, Calhoun, Carroll, Dallas, Greene, Guthrie and Sac Counties are listed below:

-- Audubon, Carroll, Coon Rapids: (712) 830-9442

-- Adel, Waukee: (515) 987-7428 or (712) 830-1327

-- Guthrie Center, Jefferson, Panora: (712) 830-6990

-- Rockwell City, Lytton, Sac City, Schaller, Crestland, Southern Cal: (712) 830-1326

-- Perry: (515) 238-2194

Offers child care, preschool, before/after school, school days out, and summer programs, as well as Early Head Start.

All children six weeks to 12 years old are eligible, depending on space available; financial assistance is available to those who qualify through. Language support is available for those whose first language is not English.

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Early Childhood Education
Child Care Centers
Extended Child Care

Offers early education services. Services may also include counseling, bible school, youth programs, and family programs.

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Early Childhood Education

Offers preschool, day care, and after school programming.

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Early Childhood Education
Extended Child Care
Head Start provides free educational and social activities (preschool) for low income children ages three to five. Early Head Start provides free services (childcare) for children prenatal to three.

Offers child care, preschool, before/after school, school days out, and summer programs, as well as Early Head Start.

All children six weeks to 12 years old are eligible, depending on space available; financial assistance is available to those who qualify through. Language support is available for those whose first language is not English.

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Early Childhood Education
Child Care Centers
Extended Child Care
Head start program for families of children age 3-5 years.

Extended day care is provided for children from Kindergarten to 5th grade attending School District 158. Also provided:
- Summer camps
- Seedlings Preschool
- Beyond the Bell (after-school program)
- School's Out (after-school program)
- Special event rental spaces

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Day Camps
Child Care Centers
Early Childhood Education
Extended Child Care

Curriculum and instruction for grades K-12. Preschool for 4 year old children.

Distance Learning Network provides opportunities for students to pursue courses of independent study which does not require them to be in the classroom.

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School Districts
Early Childhood Education
Independent Study

Provides a state-licensed child care facility caring for a maximum of 225 children. Silver Star Quality Rating System facility. Accepts full pay and the Illinois Child Care Assistance Program.

Head Start is a federally-funded program that serves children from ages three to five and pregnant women, offering a school readiness program in addition to comprehensive services to children and their families who meet income guidelines.

Home-based early education program for low income families who are expecting a child or have a child ages 0-3. Education and support on child development.

Family resource program to support parents in educating and nurturing their children. The program provides parents with opportunities to move toward self-sufficiency by working with other community organizations. Health and mental health services are also provided to participants.

Program helps parents better understand their child's stages of development with individualized visits in the home. The weekly visits are 90 minutes in length and are designed to meet the needs of each family. Staff will assist families in planning activities that encourage the child's growth. Social activities will be held twice monthly to provide the opportunity to interact with your child and other families.

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Early Childhood Education
Home Based Parenting Education
The Head Start program is a full day, full week preschool experience for low-income and disabled children 3-5 years old. The Head Start approach addresses the educational, health, nutrition, social, mental health and literacy needs of the children. Children participate in activities that promote motor, language, social/emotional, cognitive skills, literacy, science and math. All classrooms provide an inclusive environment for children with disabilities. Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack are provided daily through the CACFP program and Head Start partners with Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness to help children and families learn about healthy, local foods.

Provide life-long learning opportunities by partnering with schools, families and neighborhood residents to promote youth development and stronger communities through before and after school programs, Community Learning Centers and youth summer programs.

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Youth Enrichment Programs
Tutoring Services
Extended Child Care
Early Childhood Education
A voluntary program for prenatal families and families of children from birth to 5 years. This program is based on the belief that parents are their child's first and most influential teachers. Personal home visits to help parents know what to expect as child grows. Activities to help with child's development. Regular developmental and health screens. Referral network for additional services.

GROUP MEETINGS based on interest and concern are held monthly.

LENDING LIBRARY with toys and books available for participants.

FAMILY CABINET uses a point system used to earn diapers, formula, and other baby supplies.

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Early Childhood Education
Parent Support Groups
Diapers
Formula/Baby Food
Parenting Materials
Home Based Parenting Education

Offers early childhood programming for children ages birth-5 years. Provides educational experience that fosters holistic development and engages parents in their children's learning journey, both within the classroom and at home.

Head Start and Early Head Start are comprehensive child development programs that serve children from birth to age five, pregnant women and their families. The programs are child-focused and have the overall goal of increasing the school readiness of young children in low-income families.

Both programs provide a range of individualized services in the areas of education, medical, dental and mental health, nutrition and social service to children and their families. Parent involvement is encouraged and support is offered for children with disabilities.

Local school contacts in Audubon, Calhoun, Carroll, Dallas, Greene, Guthrie and Sac Counties are listed below:

-- Audubon, Carroll, Coon Rapids: (712) 830-9442

-- Adel, Waukee: (515) 987-7428 or (712) 830-1327

-- Guthrie Center, Jefferson, Panora: (712) 830-6990

-- Rockwell City, Lytton, Sac City, Schaller, Crestland, Southern Cal: (712) 830-1326

-- Perry: (515) 238-2194

Child care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years; preschool for children 3-5 years old. Before and after-school care for grades K-5.

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Extended Child Care
Child Care Centers
Early Childhood Education