Early Intervention offered by the Experimental Educational Unit at University of Washington's Haring Center

Early Intervention offered by the Experimental Educational Unit at University of Washington's Haring Center

Offers education programs for young children at the University of Washington.   Infant and Toddler Program (ITP) Offers a variety of early-intervention services for families and children. Services are delivered by different providers based on the area: special education teachers, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, physical therapists and family resource coordinators. Provides intervention through inclusive playgroups where all children learn and play together. Also serves children and their families by providing community and home-based services. These are determined by the needs of the child and the family and can take place in the home, at the center or in other community settings. Serves families in the King County area through contracts with the DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) and local school districts. Preschool Provides a high quality, inclusive, early learning program for all children.  Students are offered a unique, individualized program; an emphasis is placed on social and friendship skills. All classes serve children with a range of abilities and disabilities, including cognitive delays, communication disorders, autism, learning disorders and severe behavioral disabilities, as well as typically developing students. Implements systematic instruction to children with special needs. Physical therapists, Occupational therapists and Speech Language Pathologists work with the teaching staff to provide services for students who qualify. Full day preschool available for Seattle residents only. Kindergarten Provides a full-day, kindergarten program that includes students with and without disabilities. All children, regardless of ability, learn alongside their peers. Emphasizes the development of academic, social, communication and motor skills that enable children to be successfully in elementary school. Physical therapists, Occupational therapists and Speech Language Pathologists work with the teaching staff to provide services within the context of the general education and classroom environment.

Location

1981 Northeast Columbia Road, Seattle, WA 98195

Hours

M-F, 8am-4pm.

Application process

Call for more information.

Eligibility

Preschool is typically for children, ages 3-5. Infant and Toddler Program:  -  Children ages birth-3 years. -  Children ages birth-12 months must have developmental delays. -  Child must live in King County.

Fee

Seattle School District pays for eligible students ages 3-6.   DSHS -  Division of Developmental Disabilities pays for eligible children under age 3 who attend the Infant-Toddler Program.   ECEAP pays for children meeting low-income eligibility requirements.

Languages

Amharic

Agency info

University of Washington's Haring Center

Provides educational services for young children with and without disabilities and their families.