Early Education Operations Application Form

Submission Requirements

• Cover letter and organizational overview – including years in operation, mission, leadership, and relevant experience in early childhood or youth programs.
• Program approach – proposed curriculum framework, daily schedule, inclusion strategies, family engagement approach, and calendar.
• Staffing plan – proposed staff roles, qualifications, ratios, and approach to substitutes and professional development.
• Health and safety plan – emergency procedures, child pickup policies, and basic illness management.
• Facility use plan – classroom setup, materials management, and approach to maintaining a safe, clean environment.
  Basic financial overview – anticipated revenue and expenses, proposed fee schedule, and resident discount approach. Detailed multi-year pro formas are not required, but operators should demonstrate financial sustainability.
• References – at least one or two examples of similar programs or facilities operated previously.
• Exceptions or alternative approaches (if any) with rationale.