Early Learning Services

Addressing learning and developmental obstacles head-on! Reaching approximately 10,000 children each year, our Preschool Early Intervention services help children with developmental delays and disabilities to reach their individual goals. Elwyn Early Learning Services (ELS) provides Preschool Early Intervention services in Philadelphia County & the city of Chester - Upland. 

Early impact. Wide reach.

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Early Learning Services

Addressing learning and developmental obstacles head-on! Reaching approximately 10,000 children each year, our Preschool Early Intervention services help children with developmental delays and disabilities to reach their individual goals. Elwyn Early Learning Services (ELS) provides Preschool Early Intervention services in Philadelphia County & the city of Chester - Upland. 

Early Intervention Services

Introduction

Early intervention includes a process of assessing for eligibility and providing support and services for eligible young children with developmental delays and disabilities, and their families. The goal of early intervention is to promote and foster development, as well as to build capacity of the family and immediate community to support the child long-term. Quality early intervention services can minimize the delays and challenges that some young learners experience. Research shows that early intervention services are key in promoting long-term positive outcomes for children with developmental delays and disabilities. If you have a developmental concern about your child, please call us to schedule a multidisciplinary evaluation for your child and family. We are here to help!

Elwyn ELS provides Preschool Early Intervention services in Philadelphia and City of Chester in Delaware County. Please call our Access to Care line at 215-222-8054 for more information.

Intake / Referral Process

Philadelphia County and Chester Upland School District

Call Elwyn Early Learning Services (ELS) 
to reach a live representative.

215-222-8054

Service Areas and Regional Map

Map List
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Early Learning Services North-East

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 7:30AM - 4:30PM
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Early Learning Services South-West

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 7:30AM - 4:30PM
Which region am I?

Click Here to download a PDF version of our regional map

*For children currently receiving Preschool Early Intervention services through Elwyn ELS, the best line of contact for individual student questions or concerns is your child’s LEA Representative. *If you are having difficulty reaching your child’s LEA Representative, please use the appropriate Main Phone Number above or the regional email addresses below and our team will gladly assist you.

Early Childhood Special Education Programs

Elwyn Early Learning Services runs Early Childhood Special Education programs at the following locations. Please reach out to your child's Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative for more information.

Elwyn ELS West, 5548 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pa
215-422-4902

ELS Falls Center, 3300 Henry Ave, Philadelphia, Pa
215-254-2069

Early Childhood Education Programs

Early Childhood Education providers who are interested in more information about Preschool Early Intervention services, developmental norms, professional development opportunities and tips on behavior support.

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Family Resources

Elwyn Early Learning Services provides preschool early intervention services to eligible children, ages 3 through the age of beginners, or through the transition to school-age programming, in Philadelphia County and the city of Chester. Families interested in or already receiving preschool early intervention services,

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Philadelphia Interagency Coordinating Council (PICC)

Who We Are
How to get Involved in the PICC
Meeting Information
Calendar

Who We Are

The involvement of families is a critical component for successful participation in our program. Families know their children best and can share information with early intervention staff about what is going on with each individual child. Families can also practice interventions in between service sessions to increase opportunities for their child to learn and improve skills.

What is the PICC?
A forum to come together with other families, providers and community agencies to:

LEARN - about current trends, research, new developments or strategies to support children’s healthy
development

COLLABORATE
– PICC is a place to work with others to identify and respond to issues impacting children birth to
five. Participate in Program Planning and be part of the solution!

MEET
– other families, early intervention leaders and other community partners

For more information about the PICC and how to get involved, reach out to your child’s LEA representative or call Jen Fischer at 215-338-7775.

How to get Involved in the PICC

  • Meetings are held multiple times throughout the year which include a meeting format for sharing issues and updates, including outreach efforts and issues related to transition to preschool and/or Kindergarten.
  • Parents are vital partners in Early Intervention and PICC recognizes the importance of parent participation in all LICC activities.
  • Meetings often feature parent workshops, family events, meet and greets and other activities indicated on the calendar of events

For more information about the PICC and how to get involved, reach out to your child’s LEA representative or call Jen Fischer at 215-338-7775.

Meeting Information

November - 2022
LICC Meeting Agenda

March - 2022
LICC Meeting Agenda

July - 2022
PICC Agenda and Meeting Notes

August -2022
PICC Retreat Flyer and Agenda

January -2023
PICC Agenda and Meeting Notes

March -2023
PICC Agenda and Meeting Notes

Calendar

The 2024 Calendar will be arriving soon! Stay tuned for more information

Type of Event

Date(s) Time Location

 

Who We Are

The involvement of families is a critical component for successful participation in our program. Families know their children best and can share information with early intervention staff about what is going on with each individual child. Families can also practice interventions in between service sessions to increase opportunities for their child to learn and improve skills.

What is the PICC?
A forum to come together with other families, providers and community agencies to:

LEARN - about current trends, research, new developments or strategies to support children’s healthy
development

COLLABORATE
– PICC is a place to work with others to identify and respond to issues impacting children birth to
five. Participate in Program Planning and be part of the solution!

MEET
– other families, early intervention leaders and other community partners

For more information about the PICC and how to get involved, reach out to your child’s LEA representative or call Jen Fischer at 215-338-7775.

How to get Involved in the PICC

  • Meetings are held multiple times throughout the year which include a meeting format for sharing issues and updates, including outreach efforts and issues related to transition to preschool and/or Kindergarten.
  • Parents are vital partners in Early Intervention and PICC recognizes the importance of parent participation in all LICC activities.
  • Meetings often feature parent workshops, family events, meet and greets and other activities indicated on the calendar of events

For more information about the PICC and how to get involved, reach out to your child’s LEA representative or call Jen Fischer at 215-338-7775.

Meeting Information

Calendar

The 2024 Calendar will be arriving soon! Stay tuned for more information

Type of Event

Date(s) Time Location

 

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    Vice President of Children's Behavioral Health Services
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