Early Years Program
The Red Clay Early Years Program (EYP) offers an inclusive and highly engaging preschool experience for children ages 3 and 4. The Early Years Program is committed to meeting the needs of preschool-aged children with and without disabilities. Children with identified disabilities/IEPs receive free special education services (FAPE) through our program.
With convenient locations across Red Clay, our Early Years Program classrooms encourage children to learn and grow through intentional play, use of language, and a focus on students’ cognitive, physical and social-emotional development.
Community peers are general education preschool students who learn alongside students with special education needs.
Program Options
- Full Day BK (4-year-olds): $400/month
- Half Day EC (3-year-olds) AM Session: $200/month
- Half Day EC (3-year-olds) PM Session: $175/month
Program Locations
- Early Learning Center at 1621 Telegraph Road, Wilmington, DE 19804
- Richardson Park Elementary School at 16 Idella Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19804
- Warner Elementary School at 801 W 18th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802
Transportation must be provided by the family.
How to Apply
- The 2025-26 Red Clay Early Years Program School Choice Application for Community Peers is now open, with a limited number of slots.
- Complete the 2025-26 Red Clay Early Years Program School Choice Application for Community Peers by April 30, 2025.
- Families will be notified of their child’s invitation to attend EYP or waitlist status by May 6, 2025
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EYP Choice Process for Community Peers
apply now
The 2025-26 Red Clay Early Years Program School Choice Application for Community Peers is now open, with a limited number of slots. EYP Choice Window is open from March 31, 2025 through April 30, 2025.
eligibility
The Red Clay Early Years Program is open to children who reside in the Red Clay Consolidated School District and children of Red Clay employees.
Early Learning Center
1621 Telegraph Road
Wilmington, DE 19804
302-434-6087
Fax: 302-892-3260
contact us
For questions about the community peers application, contact the Red Clay Early Years Program team at earlyyears@redclay.k12.de.us or call our main offices at 302-434-6087 or 302-651-2607.
If you have questions about your child's development, please contact our Child Find team at childfind@redclay.k12.de.us.