Early Childhood Programs

Special Ed Preschool
Inclusive Preschool
Move-In with IEP
Child Find
Early Intervention
Free Screening Birth to 3
High School CTC Academy for Littles
Head Start/Early Head Start and Title I
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Preschool Registration Opens February 24, 2025

Registration for the 2025-2026 school year will open February 24 at 9:00 am. This year all registration will be done online and will be first come, first served. Parents/Guardians will be required to complete BOTH the Student Demographic form AND the Preschool Registration form. Notification of acceptance and placement will be announced in April.

The Davis School District offers programs and services for children ages 3 to 5 who reside within the district boundaries. Children who turn 5 on or before September 1st are eligible to enroll in Kindergarten and are not eligible for enrollment in the district's early childhood program.

Special Ed Preschool

The Special Education program in our district is dedicated to ensuring that students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) receive the necessary support and services to make meaningful progress in their education. Eligibility for Special Education Services is determined in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and complies with both federal and state regulations. The eligibility process includes a comprehensive assessment that evaluates multiple areas of development. All students with IEPs are entitled to a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

  • This program is offered 4 days a week (Monday-Thursday)

  • Both morning and afternoon sessions

  • All students in our Special Education preschool classrooms have IEP’s and need moderate to intense support in multiple developmental areas. Access to typical developing peers is available as determined by the student’s IEP team.

  • Locations: Adelaide Elementary, Antelope Elementary, Canyon Creek Elementary, Clinton Elementary, Columbia Elementary, Crestview Elementary, Reading Elementary, South Weber Elementary, Tolman Elementary, West Point Elementary, and Windridge Elementary.

Inclusive Preschool

Our inclusive preschool classrooms are offered at select elementary schools within the Davis School District. These classrooms are committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that integrates both general education and special education students. A variety of classroom options are available for registration, providing flexibility to meet the diverse needs of our students.

3 year old Preschool
2 Days

Students can start as soon as they turn 3 at any time during the school year.

Tier 1
Preschool
2 days

Tier 1
Pre-Kindergarten Preschool
4 days

(Year before kindergarten)

Tier 2 Preschool
4 days

Ages

For students who turn 3 on or after August 1st

For students between the ages of 3-5

For students turning 4 on or before September 1st

For students between the ages of 3-5

Sessions

Morning or Afternoon sessions

Morning session only

Afternoon sessions only

Morning or Afternoon sessions

Days

Mon/Wed
Or
Tues/Thurs

Mon/Wed
Or
Tues/Thurs

Mon- Thurs

Mon- Thurs

Tuition

Tuition $150 month*

Tuition $150 month*

Tuition $250 month*

Tuition $250 month*

Program Description

The classroom is designed for 3-year-old students and includes both typically developing children and students with disabilities who have IEPs, requiring minimal to moderate levels of support.

The classroom includes both typically developing students and students with disabilities who have IEPs, requiring minimal to moderate levels of support.

The classroom consists of typically developing students and students with disabilities who have IEPs and require minimal to moderate levels of support. Students will be transitioning to Kindergarten in the following school year.

The classroom includes both typically developing students and students with disabilities who have IEPs, requiring moderate levels of support.

Locations

Buffalo Point
Kaysville
Vae View
Woods Cross

Buffalo Point
Burton
|Canyon Creek
Clinton
Holbrook
Knowlton
South Weber
Vae View
Woods Cross

Buffalo Point
Canyon Creek
Burton
Clinton
Holbrook
Knowlton|
South Weber
Vae View
Woods Cross

Adelaide
Antelope
Columbia
Eagle Bay
Morgan
Reading
Tolman
Vae View
West Point

*If a student is on an IEP for articulation therapy and does not require any additional special education services, parents may choose to enroll the student in an inclusive preschool program. Tuition will be charged at the same rate as for other general education students

Child Find

Davis School District is responsible for Child Find identification and evaluation for all students suspected of having a disability residing in Davis County. This includes children (birth through 21 years of age) who are in public schools, private schools, are being home schooled, are preschoolers (birth to five years) and need an evaluation for possible special education or early intervention services. Early identification and intervention may be essential to your child’s development.

If your child is having significant difficulty with vision, hearing, speech, behavior, is experiencing slow development typical for his/her age, physical development or learning difficulty, he/she may be a child with a disability that requires specialized instruction through special education. To begin the screening process for your 3–5-year-old complete the Student Demographic form AND the Child Screening form. If your child is birth to age 3, please contact the Early Intervention Program at 801-402-5408.

New Move-In with IEP

If you are moving into the Davis School District and your child is on an IEP, you will need to come to our office between the hours of 8:30 am-3:00 pm.  Please bring a copy of your child's IEP, a contact name, phone number, and fax number of the last school attended, the child's birth certificate, and current immunization record.  Please complete the Student Demographic form prior to visiting our office.

Contact Us

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Early Childhood (SPED Preschool/Early Intervention)

DSD Early Childhood is located inside Building F-2, northeast corner, Freeport West Clearfield, UT. From
I-15, go west on Antelope Dr. until you reach 300 west. Turn North onto 300 West continue about one mile until you reach the chain link fence gate and turn west. You will see Bldg. F-2 on the left.

Physical Address
Freeport Center F-2
Clearfield, UT 84016
Phone: (801) 402-5409
FAX: (801) 402-5401

Mailing Address
Po Box 160490
Freeport West, Bldg. F-2
Clearfield UT 84016

Screening Evaluations 3-5 Years of Age
Or Move-in with IEP
Please call (801) 402-5409
Email: Creighton Ballingham

Early Intervention
Phone: (801) 402-5408
FAX: (801) 402-5401
Billing Questions (801)273-2900

Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Davis District Holidays Observed

HeadStart

Address
320 South 500 East
Kaysville UT 84037

Phone Numbers
(801) 402-0650
FAX: (801) 402-0651

Early Intervention

Davis Early Intervention is a comprehensive family-centered teaching program designed to offer timely assistance to infants and toddlers displaying notable developmental delays. Catering to eligible children aged from birth to 36 months, this program fosters collaboration between dedicated staff and families to facilitate the optimal growth and development of the children.

The program is staffed with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including motor and speech specialists, developmental specialists, nurses, and social workers. These experts deliver Early Intervention services directly to the homes of families, childcare centers, or hospitals, ensuring accessibility and convenience.

By identifying and addressing developmental delays in their early stages, Davis Early Intervention aims to provide crucial support that can significantly impact the overall well-being and future prospects of the children involved. This proactive approach underscores the program's commitment to promoting the healthy development of infants and toddlers, setting a solid foundation for their ongoing growth and learning.

Evaluation is provided free of charge. In the event that a child meets the criteria for Early Intervention services, ongoing assessments and service coordination incur no fees. In accordance with the mandates of the Utah State Legislature, a monthly charge is applicable for direct services. The fee is determined based on a sliding scale.

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Mission Statement & Beliefs 

Through the power of play and parent coaching, we help families and children develop resiliency and problem solving for a bright future.

  • Early Intervention services are best provided in a family-centered program where parents and professionals work as partners.

  • All children deserve the opportunity to grow in a nurturing environment that encourages optimal development.

  • Families are the experts on their child.

  • Families can develop the skills needed to promote the development of their child.

  • Families can develop skills to become lifetime advocates for their child.

Referrals

Once a referral is made, a member from an Intake team will call to schedule an appointment for an evaluation. If a child qualifies, an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) is written, and services can begin. Free Assessment

Brief Explanation

As a parent, you're vital in your child's development, especially through Early Intervention (EI) services. EI providers work with you to help your child grow by using everyday activities in your home to build essential skills. Here's a breakdown of what to expect:

  • EI Providers as Coaches: They guide you in teaching your child, offering strategies to support learning during daily routines.

  • Meaningful Routines: You’ll choose familiar routines for your child to practice new skills in a comfortable setting.

  • Natural Environment Learning: Skills are taught using everyday objects and activities rather than special toys.

  • Active Participation: Your involvement in daily routines helps your child learn and develop throughout the day.

Skills Important for Language Development

  • Eye Contact/Joint Attention: Crucial for communication and shared focus.

  • Attention: Helps children stay with a task long enough to learn about it.

  • Sounds: Early babbling and sound play encourage vocal development.

  • Facial Expressions & Gestures: Nonverbal cues are an important part of communication.

  • Imitation: Children first imitate actions, then sounds, then words.

  • Turn-taking: Essential for back-and-forth communication.

  • Cause & Effect: Helps children understand how their actions impact the world.

  • Pretend Play: Encourages symbolic thinking and language development.

  • Response to Words/Directions: Understanding words and gestures is a key foundation for speech.

Head Start/Early Head Start and Title I Preschool

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REGISTRATION FOR 2025-26 WILL BEGIN FEBRUARY 24, 2025 

Frequently Asked Questions - English

Preguntas Frecuentes - Español

  • Please Bring Photo Identification

In which language would you like to apply?

English

Has anyone in your immediate family ever applied for Davis Head Start, Early Head Start or Title I before?

If yes, you do not need fill out the online application. You're already in our system and it will create a duplicate application! If yes, please select Schedule online to make an appointment.

If no, please click "No" to begin the application process. This is a two-step process. Step 1: Submit the online portion of the application. Step 2: After you submit the online portion of the application it will direct you to schedule an appointment.

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¿Alguien de su familia inmediata ha solicitado alguna vez Davis Head Start, Early Head Start o Título I?

En caso afirmativo, no es necesario que complete la solicitud en línea. ¡Ya estás en nuestro sistema y se creará una solicitud duplicada! En caso afirmativo, seleccione Programar en línea para programar una cita.

En caso negativo, haga clic en "No" para comenzar el proceso de solicitud. Este es un proceso de dos pasos. Paso 1: envíe la parte en línea de la solicitud. Paso 2: Después de enviar la parte en línea de la solicitud, se le indicará que programe una cita.

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