Our Programs and Services
Our CHILD FIND Program
Do you have concerns about the development of your child in the area of speech, language, hearing, vision, large or small motor skills, socialization, or the growth of your child? We may be able to help! "CHILD FIND" Program For Early Intervention
Preschool
New At the DLECC! Little Ducklings is a program designed to support children that turn 3 after September 1, 2024. Students may start on or after they reach the age of 2 years and 9 months during the 2024-25 school year.
Preschool is offered for children 3 and 4 years of age at DLECC. This is a tuition-based program and we offer several classroom options. Our preschool uses the Connect4Learning curriculum and Seesaw online platform. The curriculum is aligned to the Caledonia Community Schools (CCS) Kindergarten curriculum and focuses on literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development.
Early Childhood Special Education
Children who have been identified with special needs attend the ECSE program four half days per week, along with one Friday every month. This is a mandated, state-funded program which follows a preschool curriculum, as well as individualized goals for each child based on their needs. Speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy and social work services are embedded into the program.
Supported Preschool
The Supported Preschool Program is designed to support students with special needs within a general education Preschool environment. A Special Education teacher and General Education teacher co-teach. Students in this program attend two half days per week and attend groups on Fridays. During the Friday groups, a parent/guardian attends with the child to learn about strategies and skills to work on at home. Eligibility for this program is based on the child's Individual Education Program. If you would like more information, please fill out the screening request form
Bright Beginnings
The Kent ISD Bright Beginnings Early Childhood program is a partnership between Kent ISD and it's constituent districts. This no-cost program provides services to all families with children birth through 5 years of age throughout Kent County. Playgroups are held bi-weekly at DLECC and the Parent Educator also does home visits with enrolled families.
YMCA Childcare
Caledonia Community Schools began a partnership with the YMCA in September of 2006 to provide childcare within the school district. Care is provided by YMCA employees at DLECC for children birth through 5 years of age. Childcare for school-age children is provided at each elementary school.
Kent ISD- Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
The Great Start Readiness Program is for children who are 4 years old, on or before September 1st of the current school year. This program is funded through a grant by the Department of Education to provide free preschool for children who have been identified as being at risk of learning difficulties.
