We understand that as parents, accessing quality child care can be a challenging journey. The struggle to find affordable, high-quality education and care for your little ones is a universal concern, but we want you to know that you’re not alone. At Hartford, we’re committed to breaking down these barriers to school readiness. We’re powered by the City of Hartford Department of Families, Children, Youth, and Recreation. We reserve seats for kids at early education centers and offer discounted tuition rates based on household need, making it more accessible for families.
Common Barriers to School Readiness
No More Waiting Lists
Enrollment for Hartford Early Learning is year round. Our Enrollment Specialists are available to support families with program placement and guide the enrollment process.
Affordable Tuition Costs
Our programs are based on a sliding scale. Our family fee calculator is a great resource for families to understand tuition costs based on their unique household needs and income.
Certified Health and Safety
All of our program locations are certified by the National Association for the Education of Young Children to ensure a quality environment for learning and care.
Cultural Sensitivity
We are here as partners to bridge the gap between home life and school, to foster an inclusive and respectful environment where children can connect their diverse cultural backgrounds with their educational experiences, promoting a sense of belonging and understanding among peers.
Special Needs & Inclusivity
Diversity inclusion for child development and accommodations for special needs are essential to ensure that every child, regardless of their abilities or challenges, can thrive in a supportive and enriching environment that nurtures their unique potential.
Local Transit Convenience
Although our locations do not provide bus services or shuttles, they can be found throughout Hartford, CT, ensuring easy access to quality education right in your neighborhood.
Early & Late Hours
Program hours are not the same at every location, but most have the convenient flexibility of early drop-off and late pick-up times to better suit busy schedules.
Socialization and Development
Making friends and learning to socialize before the age of 5 is really important. It helps kids develop good social skills, understand their emotions, and feel like they belong, which will help them in the future. These early friendships are like building blocks for later relationships.
In addition to early learning, the City of Hartford Department of Families, Children, Youth, and Recreation offers other community programs and resources available to support you, such as the Family Child Care Network, Child and Adult Care Food Program, Hartford Talks, and the Early Learning Parent Cabinet, all working together to ensure that every child has the opportunity for a path to success.
