IWCS provides a solid foundation in social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development to ensure every child is ready for lifelong learning in their least restrictive environment.
Applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now OPEN.
Preschool Program Comparison
Use the table below to quickly find the program that best fits your child's needs.
Our Programs
Little Sprouts (CTE Early Childhood Education Lab)
This unique program pairs preschoolers with high school Early Childhood Education students in a nurturing, interactive environment. It is designed to spark a lifelong love of learning through exploration and hands-on "farm experiences".
- Capacity: Approximately 16 students.
- Requirement: Children must be fully potty trained.
- Admission: Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority for IWCS employees.
- Visit Website: Little Sprouts Website.
The Learning Center (Virginia Preschool Initiative - VPI)
The Learning Center provides a high-quality, full-day preschool experience at no cost to families who meet specific eligibility criteria. It focuses on children who may be exposed to factors that could impact school success.
- Eligibility: Based on student needs (e.g., poverty level, residency, or other risk factors).
- Process: Includes an application, supporting documents, and an interview.
- Admission: This is not first-come, first-served; slots are filled based on eligibility requirements.
- Visit Website: VPI Program Website.
Isle Grow (Reverse Inclusion)
Isle Grow places typically-developing "peer models" into Early Childhood Special Education classrooms. These students serve as social and communication role models while engaging in play-based learning that supports Virginia's developmental standards.
- Peer Models: Must be strong social and language models and independently handle feeding/toileting.
- Inclusions: Tuition includes before-care and after-care (7:30 am – 5:00 pm), field trips, and curricular supports.
- Screening: Parents will be contacted for a child screening and parent interview following the application window.
- Visit Website: Isle Grow Website.
Get In Touch
If you have questions regarding a specific program, please reach out to the appropriate coordinator:
- Little Sprouts: Julie Branch, Program Director | [email protected] | 757-242-4193.
- The Learning Center (VPI): Dr. Jennifer Cary, Coordinator | [email protected] | 757-357-4393.
- Isle Grow: Marcy Pronovost, Coordinator | [email protected] | 757-365-1616.