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Preschool Full Inclusion Programs

Santa Barbara County Education Office

Program Philosophy

Children with special needs are valuable citizens who make positive contributions to their families, neighborhoods and community. We have learned that the more natural the environment is for a child with special needs, the greater the opportunity to develop to his or her fullest potential.

We will identify children who have special needs. We will serve these children and their families based on evidence based practices for early childhood education. We will provide the necessary support in order to serve the child in the least restrictive environment. We will serve as facilitators for cooperative practices involving family, school and community agencies. We will appreciate and respond to the differences inherent in families and within the community.

What is Offered

We offer three service delivery models for inclusion preschool SDC--full inclusion in ten private preschools, seven co-located programs with HeadStart, State Preschools and full inclusion in a SBCEO-operated preschool/infant/daycare setting.

On-Site Services

Opportunities for Observation:

All aspects of a preschool setting including children with special needs

Off-Site Services

The site can bring to you:

Parent Education handouts
Parent Handbook samples
Other information upon request

Who You Will Meet

Teachers, support staff, parents, children

When Site Is Available For Visits

Monday - Friday, AM or PM

Number Of Visitors At One Time

Groups of 4-6

More Information

Florene Bednersh
(805) 964-4711, ext. 5410

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