Cambridge Office of Early Childhood | A Shared Office of the City of Cambridge and Cambridge Public Schools

The Cambridge Preschool Program Website Is New & Improved!

The new Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) website is designed to be a comprehensive, user-friendly hub for families, providers, and community members seeking information about CPP. The updated site now includes dedicated sections tailored to the needs of different audiences:

What Is CPP?
CPP Families
CPP Providers

Together, these new webpages create a centralized, easy-to-navigate space for all things CPP, making it easier for families and providers to access the information and resources they need.

Visit The New CPP Website!

Cambridge Infant-Toddler Family Survey

Hello Cambridge families – Are you expecting a child or do you have a child aged newborn to three? Do you live in Cambridge? The Cambridge Office of Early Childhood wants to hear from you! Hearing from families helps us advocate for and strengthen services in Cambridge.

The survey is available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Bangla, Haitian Creole, and Spanish. Please fill out this short survey by clicking this link, bit.ly/CambridgeInfantToddlerSurvey, or the button below. Please complete this survey by May 29, 2026.

By taking this survey, you will be eligible to enter a raffle for a gift card! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!

Please Fill Out This Short Survey!

Have You Read The OEC Newsletter?

The OEC newsletter is designed to keep educators informed, inspired, and connected! This year, we’re prioritizing depth over breadth by focusing on two key, interconnected areas: Children’s Behavioral Health and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and Family Engagement.

Read Our Latest Newsletter Here!

Explore our Professional Development website!

Individuals who work with young children and their families must have opportunities to nurture their curiosity and growth as professionals. We support early childhood educators and leaders in deepening content knowledge, learning new concepts and approaches, and applying these new skills to the workplace. This site explores events, resources, and tools to advance professionally.

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Workshops & Trainings for Educators!

OEC offers a wide variety of workshops and training opportunities to providers working in Cambridge. Our core training opportunities include but are not limited to:

The Pyramid Model
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion series
Week of the Young Child

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A Shared Office of the City of Cambridge and Cambridge Public Schools

– Announcements & Updates –

The Cambridge Preschool Program Website Is New & Improved!

The new Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) website is designed to be a comprehensive, user-friendly hub for families, providers, and community members seeking information about CPP. The updated site now includes dedicated sections tailored to the needs of different audiences:

What Is CPP?
CPP Families
CPP Providers

Together, these new webpages create a centralized, easy-to-navigate space for all things CPP, making it easier for families and providers to access the information and resources they need.

The CPP Spring Application matches have been announced! Here’s What Comes Next!

Visit the CPP page for next steps!

OEC will continue to accept CPP applications for SY26-27 on an ongoing basis. However, many CPP providers have filled their spots, leaving limited availability.

Questions, concerns, or need support with the accept/decline process? We are here to help! Please contact us at cpp@cpsd.us or (617) 349-1798.

For Families

Looking for information about school readiness, parent education, or other child care resources? Click below for more information.

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For Educators

Find information on professional development, quality improvement, educator resources, and more by clicking the learn more button below!!

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The Cambridge Preschool Program

The new Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) webpages are designed to be a comprehensive, user-friendly hub for families, providers, and community members seeking information about CPP.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Cambridge Office of Early Childhood is 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.

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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.