Status of NCOE Preschool Programs – August 3, 2020
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California State Preschool Program (CSPP) is a state-funded program which offers full-day or part-day developmentally appropriate preschool instruction for eligible three- and four-year-old children. Napa County Office of Education has directly operated CSPP programs since 1969, and we are proud that we are one of just a few County Offices of Education to do so. We believe that the more we invest in children, the better they will do.
Today we operate nine California State Preschool programs, which serve approximately 300 children in Calistoga, American Canyon, St. Helena, Yountville, and Napa. Our preschool programs provide children with skills in communication, literacy, math, and social development, which help prepare for and enrich their school experience. Our teachers are both nurturing and highly-trained, enabling them to meet each child’s individual needs.
Our environments and curriculum are designed based on the most current knowledge available in the field of child development. As a public school system, we operate within the parameters of both State and Federal law. Our programs are aligned with the State Department of Education’s Desired Results system. The outcomes for children and families as defined by Desired Results are:
- Children are personally and socially competent.
- Children are effective learners.
- Children show physical and motor competence.
- Children are safe and healthy.
- Families support their children’s learning and development.
- Families achieve their goals.
Digital Early Learning
NCOE CSPP programs integrate Digital Early Learning into the curriculum for all preschool students. The core of NCOE’s Digital Early Learning program is Footsteps2Brilliance. These engaging e-books and learning games help prepare preschool age children for kindergarten with a strong developmental foundation.
Inclusive Classes
The Napa County Office of Education’s Early Childhood Services Department is proud to serve children of all abilities together in each of our preschool classrooms. We believe that when children with special education needs are included in typical classrooms, all children involved benefit. Inclusive classrooms offer all children the benefit of learning from each other. Children learn to experience everyone’s strengths and celebrate everyone’s differences. Inclusive classrooms provide all children with the opportunity to explore and develop their unique abilities and gifts.
Full Day Preschools
Our full-day preschool programs are open nine to eleven hours per day, and operate all year long to meet the needs of working families. Eligibility for full-day preschool is based on family size, income, and need, which is defined as employment, job training, or job search activities. Depending on income, services may be free of charge or have nominal fees based on a sliding scale.
7:30am-5:30pm
2097 Imola Ave
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 253-6861
Facility License # 280105670
7:00am-5:30pm
2277 Napa-Vallejo Highway
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 256-7042
Facility License # 280111338 and 280111339
9:00am-4:00pm
74 Wintun Court
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 253-6850
Facility License #283006886]
8:00am-5:00pm
1428 Spring Street
St. Helena, CA 94574
(707) 963-7204
Facility License #280107058
Part Day Preschools
Eligibility for part-day preschool programs is based solely on family size and income. All part-day preschool programs are free of charge to eligible families. Morning & Afternoon classes are held at:
3580 Beckworth Dr.
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 253-4029
Facility License # 280105670
9:00am-4:00pm
1432 Eddy Street
Calistoga, CA 94515
(707) 942-1427
Facility License #283004073
8:30am-3:30pm
1210 Shetler Ave
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 253-3481 x1030
Facility License #283008142
8:30am-3:30pm
300Napa Junction Road
American Canyon, 94503
(707) 346-0938
Facility License #283008514
8:30am-3:30pm
2670 Yajome Street
Napa, Ca 94559
(707) 253-3653
Facility License #28300867
8:30am-3:30pm
1590Elm Street
Napa, Ca 94559
(707) 253-3817
Facility License #283008678
Our preschool, and child care and development programs are funded under contract with the California State Department of Education. All program eligibility and enrollment processes are defined by guidelines set-forth by the State Department of Education. Eligibility for part-day preschool programs is based solely on family size and income. All part-day preschool programs are free of charge to eligible families. Eligibility for full-day preschool or school-age child care is based on family size, income, and need, which is defined as employment, job training, or job search activities. Depending on income, services may be free of charge or have nominal fees based on a sliding scale.
Age
Children are age eligible for part-day or full-day preschool in the two years preceding kindergarten entrance. Children who will be 3 or 4 years of age, on or before September 1st of a program year may be enrolled.
Income
Program services are limited to income eligible families. The chart below lists current maximum income for different family sizes. All family with income at or below these levels qualify for services.
Family Size & Maximum Monthly Income
2 | $4,173
3 | $4,502
4 | $5,256
5 | $6,098
6 | $6,939
Apply Today
It is never too early for services! The earlier you apply the better your chances will be that your child will be enrolled as soon as they are age eligible. Please fill out the application linked below and once registered, you will be placed on the waiting list and notified if there is an opening.
Napa County State Preschool Program (external website, new window)
If you need accessible versions of the documents below, please contact NCOE Communications.
English Printable Application PDF (download)
Spanish Printable Application PDF (download)
Support for childcare and preschool enrollment – Community Resources for Children (external website, new window)
For questions regarding CSPP contact Jeanne Fridolfs or Debbie Mays.
![Parade of Preschoolers](https://web.archive.org./web/20210525071725im_/https://www.napacoe.org//wp-content/uploads/2018/06/parade.jpg)