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Early Childhood Family Education - ECFE - Big Lake Independent School District 727

17901 205th Avenue, Big Lake, MN 55309

Eligibility

Families with children ages birth - Kindergarten who are residents of Big Lake or the surrounding area

Required documents

Application/registration form

Hours

7 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday

Application process

Call for application; visit website; walk in

Fees

Class fees vary and are determined by the school district; sliding fee scale may be available; fees are waived for participants unable to pay

Service area

Sherburne County, MN

Other Information

Application Process

Walk In

Program Fees

Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee

Description

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children, but may just include parents/caregivers. ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities and family time to enjoy safe classroom activities and sensory play - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children in child-directed play based on a facilitated licensed Early Childhood teacher - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics - School readiness program for children age 4 - 5 - Single parent program - Special events for the entire family Note: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events

Last Assured

10/09/2025

Providing organization

Big Lake Independent School District 727

The Big Lake public school district provides two elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, online education, community education, and early childhood programs