Preschool: 3 to 5 years

The Early Childhood Program is a day treatment center with a program that includes children who have no disabilities learning and playing along with children who have been diagnosed with developmental delays.  With a wide range of learning styles and teaching options, the children enjoy days full of activities to help them fulfill their individual potential.  We have a total of four Child Development Centers located in Fayetteville, Springdale, Farmington and Siloam Springs.

The goal of the Early Childhood Program is to enhance the quality of life by supporting the belief that all children have the right to live, learn and play in the communities in which they live.  Our goal for all children attending the Early Childhood Program is that they will be "school ready" when they enter kindergarten.

"If it wasn't for the hard work and love from each of you, I would be lost!  Thank you for loving him." - Mother of an ERC preschool child with autism

The Elizabeth Richardson Center's Early Childhood Program is highly individualized and provides the following services for each child enrolled:

• Individualized Program Plans created by a team including teachers, therapists, parents, and anyone else directly involved with helping your child reach his or her full potential.
• Teachers who are State Certified in Early Childhood Special Education and who have the knowledge, skill, and heart to work with you and your child to reach his or her full potential.
• State Certified Case Managers who make initial contact with families and act as the program liaison throughout the time that your child participates in the ERC Early Childhood Program.
• Physical Therapy to increase large motor skills.
• Occupational Therapy to increase small motor skills.
• Speech/Language Therapy to increase speech aptitude and language skills.
• Recreational Activities to help children learn to play.
• Community Integration which places children in the most natural setting for them to learn and explore.