Center-Based Childcare/Head Start
Who is eligible?
Families with children ages 3 to 5 years that meet income guidelines and who are working, in school, or training are eligible.
What can families expect?
Preschoolers are cared for in safe and nurturing classrooms with a low teacher to child ratio.
All Preschool Childcare classrooms are a Step 4 on Maine’s Quality Rating and Improvement Scale (QRIS).
Using Opening the World of Learning (OWL) curriculum, highly qualified teachers offer learning experiences to promote each child’ readiness for school and beyond.
Through planned instruction and open-ended play, children grow in their understanding and use of language, learn early math and science concepts, develop relationships with other children and adults and grow confidence in themselves as learners.
Teachers support and strengthen parent-child relationships and engage families around children’s learning and development
Children receive health, dental, and development screenings; nutritious meals, and support around emotional needs. Family Advocates work with parents to ensure that children are receiving the services they need.
Parents and families are supported in achieving their own goals, such as finding safe and affordable housing, continuing their own education, and taking care of their families’ financial needs.
Where is preschool childcare offered?
East End Children’s Center: 215 Congress Street, Portland ME 04101
Marshland: 50 Lydia Lane, South Portland ME 04106
When is childcare offered?
East End: Childcare is offered daily 7:30AM – 5:00PM year-round.
Marshland: Childcare is offered daily 8:00AM - 1:45PM year round.
Children’s schedules are based upon the individual needs of their family.
What is the cost?
Tuition is based on each child’s individual childcare subsidy.
Are interpreters provided?
Interpreters are available as needed at no cost to the family.
resources
For general inquiries contact our Main Office:
Phone: (207) 553-5851 Email:
ECE-EnrollmentOffice@opportunityalliance.orgTo Apply Now Click Here
Address:
50 Lydia Lane, South Portland, ME 04106