Early Learning Readiness

What is Early Learning Readiness?

• Twice weekly classes for caregivers and children - 2 hours per class
• Instruction in English and Spanish
• FREE grant-based program for qualifying low-income families
• Open to children ages 2 to 4 years old & their adult caregivers - parent, aunt or uncle, older brother or sister, grandparent, neighbor, or nanny
• Three convenient locations throughout Austin (Lucy Read, Guerrero-Thompson, Houston)
• Registration for Winter 2018 program now open!
• Program Information Flyer (English & Spanish)
• Parent Handbook (en Español)

Program Goals

• To empower caregivers and parents of young children with the tools they need to help their children to achieve school readiness
• To help caregivers understand the important role they play in their child's development and school success
• To provide children ages 2-4 years old from low income communities an enriching learning environment
• Strengthen family and community bonds in class between the child and caregiver, between caregivers, and between caregivers and facilitators

Families must have proven financial need and live in Travis county to qualify. Call (512) 236-9622 to enroll.

Enrollment for Winter 2018 NOW OPEN.

Start Date:
Mid-January for Guerrero-Thompson Elementary
Mid-January at Lucy Read Pre-K and Houston Elementary
 

Testimonials from Families

• “I felt so alone in my teaching before I came here. The teachers helped me from the start understand other ways to teach and play.”
• “My son has become more interested in learning numbers, and he is more confident around other kids.”
• “I love that we do stuff that we would never have done at home, like making playdough, pinata, glue with pasta for example. I love that my daughter is in contact with other kids, it is a nice and smooth transition before going to school.”

Lucy Read Tues/Thurs 9-11am
Start Date – mid-January
 
Guerrero-Thompson Mon/Wed 9-11am
Start Date – mid-January
 
Houston Tues/Thurs 9-11am
Start Date – mid-January