What is ECFE?

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is a Blue Earth Area Public Schools program that provides parenting information and support to families and their children ages birth to five. A variety of classes, preschool options and outreach activities are offered to all groups.

Most ECFE classes follow a similar format. Half of the time includes parent/child activities and circle time followed by time for parents to meet in a separate area to discuss common concerns and experiences while children participate in activities in an early childhood classroom. School readiness skills and activities are an important part of all programming.

What are the benefits of ECFE?

ECFE works to strengthen families and encourages parents to provide the best possible environment for healthy development of their children. Research shows that children whose parents are involved in their early education are more likely to be successful in elementary school.