Early Childhood Program Options

All of our programs offer a nurturing environment with active learning experiences and are staffed by certified teachers. As with all of our early childhood programs, our teachers focus on developing foundational learning skills, building strong partnerships with families and fostering the social/emotional growth of each child. The Holly Early Childhood team looks forward to being a part of your child’s educational journey.

Click on the links below to learn more about each option.

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3 Year Old Preschool Options

Head Start

This is a free federally funded program with income eligibility requirements. The program is designed to provide free preschool for those who qualify based on income and other qualifying factors.

Tuition Based Preschool

We offer Monday through Thursday programming with half-day and full-day options. Tuition is based on a full-week schedule. We do not offer partial week options.  
  • Half Day Hours:  9 AM - 12 PM
  • Full Day Hours:  9 AM - 3 PM
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4 Year Old Preschool Options

Great Start Readiness Program

The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is Michigan's state-funded preschool program for four-year-old children. Specific research related to GSRP indicates that children who were provided a high-quality preschool experience show significant positive developmental progress when compared to children who did not attend preschool.

Tuition Based Preschool

We offer Monday through Thursday full-day programming. Tuition is based on a full-week schedule. We do not offer partial week options.  
  • Full Day Hours:  9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Before and After School Care / Latchkey

Our Latchkey program provides a safe, caring, and engaging environment where children can begin and end their day with enriching activities and supportive staff. Payment is expected in advance of care to ensure we can maintain appropriate staffing levels and meet state licensing requirements. This allows us to plan accordingly and provide the high-quality, consistent care your child deserves.

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Summer Latchkey

Summer Latchkey Programming is available to children ages 3 to 13 and is open to all families in the community. This is a parent-paid program that offers a safe, engaging environment during the summer months. Our Summer Programming goal is to provide a safe, fun, and enriching environment where your child can learn, play, and grow.


Early Childhood Special Education Programs

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Birth to 3 Years - Early On® Oakland

Early On® Oakland/Holly is a service for families of children birth to 3 years, who have health conditions, disabilities, or a developmental delay.

For more information about Early On® Oakland, please contact Early On® Oakland at 248-209-2084.

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3 Years to 5 Years - Early Childhood Special Education Services

These services are free for those who have met eligibility requirements.  The services are designed to provide support in the least restrictive environment.

Early Childhood Special Education services are currently provided at all elementary buildings.  These services are taught by highly qualified Holly Area Schools teachers.

For more information, contact our Special Services Office at 248.328.3170.

Katarina Lamphere

Holly Early Childhood Program
Early Childhood
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 248.328.3021
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Candice Davies

Holly Early Childhood Program
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Principal
Phone: 248.328.3022