The St. Helena Children's Center is a state-operated pre-school program. It is one of seven child care centers offered by Napa County Early Childhood Services, a division of the Napa County Office of Education. The St. Helena Children's center offers full-day pre-school care. Eligibility for the pre-school is based on family size, income and financial need, and services may be highly discounted or free for qualifying families. The preschool provides a safe and supportive environment, and is designed to help children develop and become effective learners at the same time as their families receive assistance achieving their goals.