Preschool Autism Class (PAC)

In Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), Preschool Autism Class  (PAC) services are designed to address the specific needs of preschool-age children who have been identified as having Autism Spectrum Disorder or present characteristics on the autism spectrum, and who cannot benefit from the early childhood class-based program. 

• Learn more about applied behavior analysis (ABA) programs in FCPS.

Early Childhood Class-Based Preschool

Early Childhood Class-based services provide instruction in a classroom setting and are located in a number of elementary schools within FCPS. The curriculum emphasizes communication, early literacy, social development, and development of other skills as designated in the student’s IEP.

• Learn more about the class-based program in FCPS.

PreK/Headstart

This preschool program is for children 3-4 years old whose parents meet income requirements. Priority is given to 4-year-olds. 

• Learn more about applying to the PreK program .