The NC Pre-K Program is a program of the Division of Child Development and Early Education in the NC Department of Health and Human Services.NC Pre-K is funded by the state of North Carolina and is free to eligible families.
The NC Pre-K Program is designed to provide high-quality educational experiences to enhance school readiness for eligible four-year-olds. The goal of NC Pre-K is to reach at- risk children and give them a chance to grow socially and educationally before entering kindergarten.
Circle of Parents
The Circle of Parents program will offer family support services to families who reside in Harnett County with children ages birth to five. Family support services will include parent education, support groups and resources which may focus on appropriate discipline, safety, child development, early literacy and school readiness/transition.
For more information, contact info@harnettsmartstart.org or call 910-893-2344.
Ready to Grow Playgroups
Ready to Grow will facilitate developmentally appropriate play groups for children and caregivers who reside in Harnett County. Eligible children must be between the ages of birth through 5 years old and not enrolled in full time regulated child care facility. Priority will be given to children who demonstrate delays in one or more developmental domains. Playgroups will meet twice weekly for a minimum of 90 minutes. Playgroups are offered in various accessible locations throughout Harnett County. Playgroup facilitators use Kaleidoscope Curriculum to provide hands on activities that focus on early literacy and social emotional competency. Caregivers learn about the purpose of play and will connect with other parents during group time. Children and caregivers will participate in coordinated group activities.