Preschool Special Education

Preschool Special Education

Preschool Special Education is a system of specifically designed programs and services for youngsters between ages three and five who have been deemed eligible for services and have been classified as a “Preschool Student with a Disability.” Services are provided for these youngsters either in state-approved special education preschools or by related service providers at the child’s home, preschool, or daycare site under the jurisdiction of Orange County, at no cost to parents or guardians.

If your child received early intervention services as an infant or toddler up to age three, and may still need special education, your service coordinator will assist you with transition planning and making a referral to the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE).

If your pre-school child (3-5 years old) did not receive early intervention services but has some delays or lags in development such as difficulty in talking, moving around, thinking or learning or is facing physical or behavioral challenges you, or professionals who know your child, may make a referral to the chairperson of your school district’s Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) who will assist you in completing the referral process. Parents of preschoolers who have concerns about their child’s abilities (cognitive, speech/language, motor, behavior) should contact the Chairperson of Preschool Special Education at 845-457-2400, ext. 18124 for information and evaluation procedures.
 
Please note: For ALL referrals to the Committee on Preschool Special Education, you must first register with the Central Registrar.