The City Educare Service Program is an early childhood education initiative managed by the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) of Naga City as part of the Naga Early Education and Development (NEED) system. It combines standard Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) day care services with Montessori-style pre-school learning to provide early cognitive and social development for young Nagahannons.
Key Features & Network
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Widespread Coverage: Operates approximately 76 Educare Centers distributed across all 27 barangays of Naga City, with an average of 1 to 3 centers per barangay.
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Model Center: Features a flagship model center/preschool—the Naga City SEED Montessori located in Barangay Tinago.
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Affordable Structure: Charges only a minimal monthly fee determined through joint consultations among the CSWDO, local barangay leaders, and parent associations.
Eligibility & Enrollment
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Target Beneficiaries: All pre-school-aged children who reside in Naga City.
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Requirements: Child’s Birth Certificate (from the City Civil Registrar) and a Barangay Certificate of Residency.
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Process: Enrollment is conducted locally at the assigned barangay Educare Center and takes about 20 to 25 minutes. It includes an Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) checklist evaluation, a short parent interview, and a brief oral/written assessment for the child.
