The Early Childhood Center program at South School is available to district residents and serves children ages three to five in a supportive and nurturing environment. The program promotes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through a play-based and progressive curriculum, with an emphasis on building foundational skills in literacy and numeracy. Our team consists of licensed early childhood teachers with expertise in special education and English language learning. Paraprofessionals and specialists offer enriching activities, such as motor skill groups and language development sessions. The program also provides special education services tailored to the individual needs of children with disabilities, including speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and social-behavioral strategies. Come explore all that our program has to offer!

Program Details

A five-day-per-week program that operates according to the CUSD 201 calendar. 

A.M. Class – 8:30 – 11:00 a.m.
P.M. Class – 12:00 – 2:40 p.m. 

Early Release Every Wednesday:

P.M. Class – 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Program Eligibility

Preschool screenings are conducted four times during the school year.

To participate in the screening:

• Live within CUSD 201 boundaries,
• 3-5 years of age,
• Fill out the Early Childhood Center Screening Request Form below.

We look forward to meeting you and your students!