Early Learning Assessment

Ohio, in partnership with Maryland, has developed an assessment for preschool-aged children called the Early Learning Assessment. The Early Learning Assessment is a part of Ohio's Ready for Kindergarten Assessment System, a joint project of Ohio's Department of Education and Department of Job and Family Services. 

The assessment is designed to aid teachers in determining where children are in their readiness for kindergarten. The Early Learning Assessment will provide information for teachers about children from early preschool to kindergarten.

 

 

Early Learning Assessment Teacher Training

The Ohio Department of Education provides The Early Learning Assessment (ELA) Initial Training in a 100% virtual format for early childhood educators. This training is for new users who have not previously completed ELA Training. 

 

Please visit the Ohio Department of Education for ELA information for teachers, including training information and registration.  

 

Assessment Windows

The Early Learning Assessment can be used at any time throughout the calendar year. The year is divided into four assessment windows:

Fall:	Aug 15 - Nov 14
Winter:	Nov 15 - Feb 14
Spring:	Feb 15 - May 14
Summer:	May 15 - Aug 14