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Preschool Special Education

Preschool Special Education services are provided to eligible children between the ages of 3-5 who are suspected of having developmental delays that impact the child’s ability to learn.

preschool teacher sitting at a table teaching four young children.

Children can be referred to their school district Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). 

 

Children are evaluated through providers that contract with Schenectady County Public Health Services and must be found eligible to receive services. After evaluations are completed, a CPSE meeting is held at the school district to review the results and determine eligibility, and services if needed. 

 

CPSE services generally follow a school calendar, however, a six-week summer program is available for children who qualify, to prevent substantial regression of their skills.

Free Resources for Parents & Caregivers

Special Education in NYS for Children Ages 3-21
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Committee on Preschool Special Education School District Directory

Parents/caregivers can contact the child’s local school district Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) to make a referral or contact Schenectady County Public Health Services Family Health Unit for information. 

Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District
Niskayuna Central School District
Schalmont Central School District
Scotia-Glenville Central School District
Duanesburg Central School District
Mohonasen Central School District
Schenectady City School District

Are you a preschool provider? Click here to view provider forms.