Unique in its design, the Child Development Program considers parents as well as the child. Parents are encouraged to participate in the classroom, as a volunteer or observer and also on field trips as chaperones. Parents are also encouraged to work with their children in their own home. A social service component serves as an outreach referral unit which assists the family with any problems than may be encountered. The child development program is a 12 month program open to children from ages of 2 to 5.
Payment is based on a sliding scale to family income.
The program, funded through the Department of Children and Family Services, is staffed by certified teachers. Children receive a nutritious snack and participate in various off-campus field trips.