Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

By Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP), City of Cambridge, and Cambridge Public Schools

The Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC) is a collaborative office, whose work and team are shared jointly by CPS and the City of Cambridge. OEC will oversee the implementation of CPP.

Hours of operation
Monday: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am-4:00 pm

Contact

Cambridge Office of Early Childhood
earlychildhood@cpsd.us
617-349-6885

Location

Cambridge Office of Early Childhood

1972 Massachusetts Ave
2nd Floor
Cambridge, MA 02140
United States

North Cambridge

Additional information

Our Mission

To connect the city’s early childhood ecosystem, align early childhood services and information, and advocate for and advance the needs of all young children, their families, and the early childhood workforce.

Our Vision

Every child and family in Cambridge has access to high quality early care and education experiences. As a result, all children enter school ready to thrive academically, physically, socially, and emotionally, and continue to do so through third grade and beyond.

Last updated December 13, 2023.

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Current programs

Program

Early Childhood Summer Camps Guide (Ages 3 - 6)

Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

This guide gives caregivers a quick and easy format to read through their summer camp options and reach out to staff for assistance.

Program

Early Childhood Education Career Training Program

DHSP Community Learning Center and Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

This is a free program to help people prepare for a career in early childhood education.

Program

Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP)

Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

Known as universal preschool, we provide free preschool to Cambridge 4 year-olds and some 3 year-olds beginning in the 2024-2025 School Year.

Program

Family Childcare Providers Directory

Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

Here is a list of all the licensed, private individual childcare options in Cambridge (and some in Somerville).

Program

Home Visiting Programs Guide

Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

A home visiting programs' primary purpose is to support and encourage parents and caregivers, share information, and connect families with resources in their home and/or a convenient location.

Program

Center-Based Childcare Directory

Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

Here is a list of all the licensed childcare centers in Cambridge (and some in Somerville).

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Event

Week of the Young Child

Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

Join us for an exciting week of VIRTUAL professional learning opportunities, interactive workshops and networking events. All educators and caretakers of young children are welcome!