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HOME ABOUT US PROGRAMS & SERVICES EVENTS TRAINING DONATE CAREERS CONTACT US Early Childhood Services The brain grows quickly between zero and three years of age. Early intervention is critical for children with special needs. Woodfords operates three preschools in New Gloucester, Waterville and Westbrook where children with autism and developmental disabilities learn skills to help them function successfully in home, school and community. Curriculum The curriculum and methods are based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Intensive instruction is provided in cognitive skills, communication, play/leisure skills, pre-academics, self-help skills, social skills and behavior management strategies. Instruction is in a typical preschool setting, where children play and learn with other children. Frequent field trips to libraries, museums and parks provide additional opportunities for learning. Many of the preschool programs offer inclusion classrooms, where children with special needs learn alongside typically-developing peers. Schedule Most children attend preschool for five days a week for either full or half-day based on the type of referral and the recommendation of the Early Childhood Services team. Eligibility & Referrals The preschool program is designed for children 2 to 5 years old. Children with special needs typically receive a referral from Child Development Services (CDS), a pediatrician or other provider. Typically-developing children do not need a referral and can enroll directly through Woodfords Family Services. FMI Contact Charissa Fortier Director of Early Childhood Services (207) 878-9663, x 4204 Kassandra Shackley, MS Program Coordinator Pineland Preschool Program Coordinator (207) 865-1993 Rachel McInnis Program Coordinator Waterville Preschool (207) 859-8778, x 4401 Heather Henderson K-2 Special Purpose Schools Program Coordinator Westbrook Preschool (207) 523-5126 “It has been amazing to see my son grow. He is able to communicate with me better and has learned so many strategies for controlling his emotions. The teachers really care about the kids and go above and beyond to help them.” – Woodfords Parent 207-878-9663 DONATE NOW CONTACT US Employee Login Woodfords Family Services 15 Saunders Way, Ste. 900 Westbrook ME 04092