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703-324-4600 TTY 711
NCS@fairfaxcounty.gov
12011 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035
@fairfaxNCS
Lloyd Tucker
Director

What We Do

Early Childhood Programs and Services (ECPS) supports the care, education and development of children from birth through elementary school. By collaborating with early childhood professionals, families, schools and community partners, ECPS helps children reach their fullest potential. Working with the community, schools and county, ECPS leads the “Strong Foundations, Bright Futures” strategy for early childhood in Fairfax County.

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  • USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
  • Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI)
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Neighborhood and Community Services, Early Childhood Programs and Services is the lead agency for Ready Region Capital Area (RRCA). RRCA includes the counties of Arlington and Fairfax and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church.

Early Childhood Programs,
you are a part of something BIG!

Learn More About RRCA

Strong Foundations, Bright Futures: A Strategy for Early Childhood in Fairfax County

The Strong Foundations, Bright Futures strategic plan offers a road map to guide Fairfax County's work over the next five years to ensure every child has a strong foundation to thrive and meet their full potential.

Explore Fairfax County's Strategy for Early Childhood

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