These are special programs established by the New York State Education Department and the local school districts to provide a preschool experience for the children of eligible families.

Quality child care gives children skills that create a lifetime of benefits for them, their families and the community. When children are happy and safe, parents can be productive at work, thus improving the quality of life for their families and contributing to our economic vitality. Quality child care matters!

We help parents to better understand the different types of child care options available. We also provide parents with child care search tools and methods for program evaluation.