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Child Development Programs
Child Development Programs
6767 Green Valley Road
Placerville, CA 95667
Phone: (530) 295-2270 FAX (530) 626-9511

 

Frequently Asked Questions:


Where do I go to enroll my child in Child Development Programs?

The Child Development office is located in building F at the El Dorado County Office of Education, 6767 Green Valley Road, Placerville CA 95667.  For an appointment call (530)295-2276 or (530)295-2270.

 

What documents do I need to bring to the appointment in order to get my child enrolled?

In order to process your application for enrollment please bring the following documentation:

Birth Certificates for all children in the family

Current Immunizations                                     

Family or child’s Medical/Insurance Card

Social Security Card                                              

Income verification for one full month

Single Parent status verification (if applicable)                          

IEP/ IFSP (if applicable)

 

Does Child Development provide transportation and/or can my child ride the school bus to the preschool programs?

Transportation is not provided by the Child Development preschool programs.  Preschool children may not ride on the local school buses due to license and insurance regulations.

A home based option is available for families.

 

Do I need to send a lunch or snack to school with my child?

Depending on the program, either a snack or a meal and a snack are provided. Please do not send any food to school with your child.

 

Do any Child Development Programs provide full day care?

Income-eligible families may combine Head Start and State Preschool services into a 7 1/2 hour preschool day.

 

What type of curriculum do the Child Development Programs use?

Home based Early Head Start programs use the Program for Infant/Toddler Care. Center based programs use The Creative Curriculum to implement developmentally appropriate practices. Home based Head Start also uses The Creative Curriculum.

 

Will my child be given enrollment priority if he/she has been diagnosed with a special need and has an IFSP/IEP?

Not necessarily, children must first meet State and/or Federal income guidelines before the special need is factored into the enrollment process. 

 

Does my child have to have a disability in order to receive support services from the Early Intervention Coordinator / Disability Coordinator?

No, the Early Intervention Coordinator is consulted with anytime a child may be in need of additional support services.  Support services may include but are not limited to, modification to classroom environment, speech and language concerns, behavioral support, special need information, Student Success Team meetings, referral to special education and LEA’s, as well as teacher and parent resource information.