Early Start Program, Prince George's County
www.pgcps.org/offices/early-learning-programs

From agency: Prince George's County Public Schools
Resource Details
Alternate Name Early Start
Description EARLY START: The program provides a preschool learning opportunity for non-disabled three year old children. Children with varying disabilities and non-disabled peers will have the opportunity to learn and play together, build self-esteem, and develop acceptance of others. All children will have access to a developmentally appropriate curriculum which includes learning centers for activities such as dramatic play, exploration of sand and water, computer learning, math/science, art and writing. 

EARLY ENTRANCE: To be eligible for Early Entrance, your child must turn four (4) years old between Sept. 2 – Oct. 15. A parent/guardian may make a request for early entrance into kindergarten if the child turns five (5) years of age between September 2 and October 15, of the school year for which they are requesting early entrance. 

 
Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Prince George's County
 
Hours of operation:
Mon: 8:30AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8:30AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8:30AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8:30AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8:30AM 4:30PM
Program
Eligibility Children admitted to the prekindergarten program must be at least four (4) years old on or before September 1 of the school year in which they apply for entrance.
Eligibility: Child: Yes;
Program Fees None.
Application Process Accepts self referrals via parents.
Documents Required Check website.
Normal Wait Times Varies
Volunteer Requirements Yes call for information.
Programs at this agency Prince George's County Public Schools
Prince George's County Public Schools, Adolescent Single Parent Program
Judy Hoyer Family Learning Center
Child Find (Ages 5-21), Prince George's County Public Schools
Prince George's County Public Schools- COVID-19 Parent Centers


Contact Information
Early Learning Office 301-808-8240
PGCPS Admin 301-952-6000
Main Email Address headstart@eseal.org
Main Contact Name Andreia Searcy
Main Contact Title Director
Main Contact Phone 240-724-1924
Director or Senior Administrator Name Denise Yorkshire
Director or Senior Administrator Title Administrative Assistant to the Director
Sites offering this Program 1616 Owens Road