EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION

Early Childhood Special Education is a Title I public prekindergarten school that is part of the OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BROOKLYN CENTER, MN with about 335 students. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Early Childhood Special Education has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) program located at 7020 Perry Ave N in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, is a specialized educational facility operated under the Osseo Area Schools (District 279) umbrella. The program is dedicated to supporting children from birth to age five who have developmental delays or disabilities. Its primary mission is to provide foundational support that addresses the unique learning and developmental needs of young children, ensuring they receive the necessary interventions to prepare them for success in future school environments.

The facility focuses on a collaborative approach, working closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to create individualized education plans tailored to each child's specific developmental milestones. By offering a structured and inclusive environment, the program seeks to foster growth in areas such as communication, motor skills, social-emotional development, and cognitive learning. As part of District 279’s broader commitment to student services, this location serves as a critical resource for early intervention, aiming to bridge developmental gaps before students transition into primary elementary education.

For more information, contact Early Childhood Special Education at (763) 585-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.