The purpose of Early Start is to 1) increase the number of spaces available in center based early education settings; and 2) ensure that the children receiving services from the funding enter City Schools kindergarten ready for success, while meeting the child care needs of working families.
The Request for Proposal (RFP) is to identify agencies/entities that (1) can meet all Early Start program requirements and provide high quality preschool education and early care services; and (2) will assure effective oversight and program and fiscal management aligned to the requirements listed in the Request for Proposal.