LEWISTON — Openings are available in Androscoggin Head Start and Child Care’s pre-kindergarten and child care classrooms. Applications are being accepted for children ages 3 to 5, with families who live or work in Androscoggin County. Full-day, full-year centers are located in Lewiston and Auburn.

Those who have previously applied should contact the enrollment office to update information. Those who have never applied should contact enrollment at 795-4040 to schedule an appointment.

Fees are low and are based on monthly gross income and family size. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included. All programs emphasize physical, cognitive, social-emotional and educational development, with specific emphasis placed on preparing children to begin kindergarten. Children receive health and social services, and services for children with special needs are available if required. Full-day, full-year classrooms open at approximately 6:30 a.m. and close at 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Androscoggin Head Start and Child Care has provided quality early care and educational services to pregnant women, families and children for more than 45 years. Services are provided annually to more than 400 children and families throughout Androscoggin County.

Applications are accepted at any time. Call 795-4040, ext. 325, for more information or visit www.androscogginheadstart.org.