“School readiness” describes the abilities of children, their families, schools, and communities that will best promote student success in kindergarten and later grades. Each piece – children, families, schools and communities – plays an essential role in the development of school readiness. No one piece can stand on its own.

The purpose of the Great Start Collaborative is to assure a coordinated system of community resources and supports to assist all Berrien County families in providing a great start for their children prenatally through third grade.

Great Start is here to give you information on upcoming events that will benefit you and your child.

The Great Start Collaborative of Berrien County, which is funded by and in partnership with the Early Childhood Investment Corporation, is proud to present this updated Resource Guide for families of Berrien County with children ages birth to five.

Berrien Parents Care gives you easy access to a group of organizations that were designed to help give your child an early advantage. The best part is … they will come to your home to offer a variety of FREE services to you and your child.