Early Childhood Special Education

Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) services are designed for young children (aged Birth - 5) with disabilities who need specially designed instruction or related services and whose disabilities cause the children to be unable to participate in developmentally appropriate typical preschool activities. ECSE programs and services ensure that all children with disabilities have a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) that is designed to meet their unique needs and enable them to make progress in acquiring knowledge and skills, improving social relationships, and learning to take action to meet their needs within the general education program.  

Services are provided at no cost to families through ECSE programs in public school districts throughout Minnesota.