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Early Learning Program
924 Waycross Road
Cincinnati, OH 45240
513.851.2899
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Hamilton County ESC
Early Learning Program
Children are born ready to learn...
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Contact Information 
For more information, contact us at:
Hamilton County Educational Service Center Early Learning Program
924 Waycross Rd.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45240
513-851-2899
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About Us 
The HCESC Early Learning Program early childhood development program has
built a reputation of outstanding service to the children and families of
Hamilton County.
Our Program Options:
- Half-day,
Center-based
- Full-day,
Center-based
- Early
Head Start Bi-Lingual Program
- Full
day Childcare Collaborations
Some facts about HCESC
Early Learning Program
- child-focused
- family-centered
- for
children ages birth to five
- outstanding
service
- access
to educational opportunities
- services
to meet health, nutritional and social needs
- funded
through grants from the federal and state government
- targeted
primarily for children from families with limited resources
- served
Hamilton County since the summer of 1965
- over
1,200 children enrolled in the program
- part
of the Hamilton County Educational Service Center and Governing Board
- federal
delegate to the Cincinnati/Hamilton County Community Action Agency
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HCESC Vision Statement

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The Hamilton County
Educational Service Center Early Learning Program will be the leader in
creating, promoting, and sustaining programs that advance and ensure
quality early childhood education.
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HCESC Mission Statement and
Objectives
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The Hamilton County
Educational Service Center Early Learning Program is dedicated to
providing a comprehensive child development program that focuses on
helping all children enter kindergarten ready to succeed by partnering
with schools, agencies, communities, and parents.
Objectives:
- Evaluate and strengthen organizational
development allowing for the delivery of coordinated and integrated
quality services while utilizing internal resources.
- Effectively use data to make program decisions
and manage information through the use of technology.
- Maximizing funding resources while maintaining
quality programming.
- Identify and implement strategies to improve
staff development and relations.
- Analyze program services and implement new ways
to enhance curriculum and child development, family services, and
parent involvement.
- Establish and strengthen relationships with
community, schools, and agencies to develop valuable partnerships
and collaborations.
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Enrollment 
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To enroll a child in
HCESC Educational Service Center Early Learning Program
call: (513) 589-3012.
The following paperwork is needed for enrollment:
- Age verification documentation (Birth
Certificate, Crib Card, etc.)
- Child's immunization record
- Proof of income
- Proof of residence
The enrollment process
may include a home visit by an Early Learning Program Staff Member to
meet the child and family and together set educational goals for the
coming year .
To
request services complete this form and
fax to (513) 851-5747 or mail to:
Enrollment Center
924 Waycross Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45240
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Goals 
- Continuous improvement in early childhood
education programming that is aligned with standards, ongoing
assessment, and learning outcomes for children.
- Continuous improvement in strengthening
partnerships with school districts and health and community service
agencies to promote the best possible learning opportunities for
child development and education.
- Continuous improvement in promoting a qualified,
culturally diverse staff through educational opportunities and
ongoing professional development.
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Whats New! 
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Program Options
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The HCESC Early
Learning Program is an early childhood development program serving 15
suburban Hamilton County public school districts. The main center of
operation is located in Forest Park. The ELP has built a reputation of
outstanding service to the children and families of Hamilton County over
40 years.
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Program Options
Provide:
- Ohio's New Early Learning Initiative (ELI)
A full-day, full-year
education and care program 35 to 52 weeks serving 3-5 year olds.
Located in North College Hill, Reading, Winton Woods, Princeton,
Southwest, and Mt. Healthy school districts and 15 childcare
centers.
- Head Start
A part-day and full-day,
full-year program education and care program 35-52 weeks serving 3-5
year olds. Located in 15 school districts
- Early Head Start
A home-based program
serving the education of children and parents; 42 weeks serving
birth to 3-year-olds. Located at Kemper Heights Family Resource
Center in Forest Park.
- KIDS
A therapeutic part-day
program serving 3-5 year old children who have suffered child abuse
and neglect. Located at Kemper Heights Family Resource Center in
Forest Park.
To enroll your child
Call 513-589-3012
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