Our Programs
At EOCF, we’re committed to providing high-quality early childhood education though preschool, childcare and family services at no cost to eligible families across Clark County, Woodland and Long Beach.
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Early Head Start
Early Head Start provides full-day preschool, childcare, home-based program, and family support services for infants and toddlers (prenatal to 36 months), prenatal women in Clark County that are determined to be income-eligible based on current Federal Poverty Guidelines and Early Head Start Performance Standards
Center-Based Full-Day
Preschool and childcare programs are located at one of our two licensed childcare centers in Vancouver.
- Monday-Friday: 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Transportation: Not Provided
- Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch & Snack (Infants fed on-demand)
Home-Based
Qualified teachers bring curriculum and learning supplies when they visit the home once a week for 90 minutes.
- Monday-Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Transportation: N/A
- Meals Provided: N/A
Head Start
Head Start Programs include center based full-day, full-
Center-Based Full-Day/Full-School Day/Part-Day
Preschool is provided at one of our 40 classrooms located throughout Clark County, Woodland and Long Beach. Morning or afternoon classes are available.
- Monday-Friday: Hours Vary by Location
- Transportation: Limited at Select Sites
- Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch & Snack
Home-Based
EOCF staff provide Early Head Start and Head Start services to children and families in their own homes. Child and Family Educators use Parents As Teachers curriculum and learning supplies to plan ways to support the children’s learning using parent-child interactions, daily routines, and household materials. Group socializations occur on a monthly basis with a small group of children, parents and educators.
- Monday-Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Transportation: N/A
- Meals Provided: N/A
ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program)
ECEAP is funded in partnership with the Washington State Department of Children, Family and Youth and offers school-day and part-day preschool to children (3 years to 5 years) who are determined to be income-eligible based on current Federal Poverty Guidelines and ECEAP Performance Standards.
Center-Based Part-Day and Full-School Day
Preschool is provided at one of our 40 classrooms located throughout Clark County. Morning or afternoon classes are available.
- Monday-Friday: Hours Vary by Location
- Transportation: Not Provided
- Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack (Depending on Class Time)
Eligibility Requirements
- Children must meet age requirements.
- Prenatal women must be planning to enroll their newborn after birth.
- For Full-Day Programs: Families must be eligible to receive a subsidy through the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), or pay the full copay privately.
Must meet eligibility requirements for enrollment.
Our Focus
At EOCF we place our programming focus on five key areas of influence. Working in tandem, these provide the children we serve with a holistic influence that benefits their early development.
The Individual Child
Our preschool curriculum is high quality and is tailored to meet each child’s needs and interests. Individual learning plans and goals are created with the family, and we provide tools for each child to be successful.
Health
Children who are healthy are better learners. EOCF provides health screenings for hearing, vision, development, and height and weight. We support and encourage families in getting regular well-child care. We can help families find a physician, get insurance for their children and connect to other community resources as needed. Outdoor learning and physical activity is important for children’s development and is provided each day.
Family Engagement
All of our programs encourage family participation in the classroom. We also offer free classes with childcare for parenting and child development, health and nutrition, leadership and advocacy, budgeting and shopping, plus fun family events. Parents have an opportunity to join the Parent Policy Council. Our Family Advocates can help parents and guardians locate medical, dental, education and employment services and other community resources.
Nutrition
We provide nutritious food following USDA guidelines. Children are provided up to 2/3 of their daily nutritional requirements while attending our programs. We work closely with families, their physician and our registered dietitian to meet each child’s special dietary needs. Families can share recipes and culturally diverse meals are offered. Classes on gardening, nutrition, shopping for and cooking healthy foods are available.
Dental Care
Families are supported in getting dental checkups each year as it’s hard for children to learn when their teeth hurt. We can help families get dental insurance and find a dentist who cares for young children. All toddlers are provided a toothbrush and toothpaste in the classroom and are encouraged to brush their teeth at school each day.