The Center
The Early Learning Center (ELC) is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday. Our educational facilities include the principle classrooms (maximum 16 students per classroom) bathrooms, music and movement areas; a multipurpose gymnasium; outdoor play area, community garden, and prayer trail.
Our Preschool Services:
The Center offers full-day educational services to children ages 2.5 - 6 years in a mixed-age setting. Educational goals are set individually but our kindergarten readiness goals are for each child to be able to: 1) articulate or otherwise communicate their feelings and needs; 2) listen and follow a two-part direction; 3) follow classroom procedures; 4) interact and play with other students without an emotional break-down; and 5) play independently and/or persist at a task for at least 10 minutes. We prioritize play and communication because the traditionally academic knowledge can be learned anytime, but the social and emotional health of our students is critical at this age and carries over throughout their K-12 education.
Current Rates
Schedules are contracted based on a $6/hour base fee ($5.50/hour if you are full time). There are discounts for siblings and church members. You pay a contracted amount for your spot at the beginning of every week, regardless of attendance. We do offer free tuition during COVID quarantines to help offset family costs.
We recommend at least two full days or four half days of attendance so your child will develop stronger relationships with the class as a whole and feel more included in the group.
Scholarships are available. Indicate interest at the preliminary interview and the director will give you the appropriate forms.
Want to schedule a tour?
We schedule most tours on Sunday mornings between services or after lunch, but have some flexibility throughout the week as well. To schedule one, email the Director with your schedule of availability and any questions you have about the program.
Ready to Enroll?
Download the application, send it in by email, fax, or mail, and then set up a preliminary interview with the director to discuss the program that is right for you.
- Please fill out the application and submit it by email, fax, or in person.
- Please fill out the attached Child Information Record
- Obtain a copy of your immunization record from your clinic or the Health Department. If your child is behind in immunizations, you will need to make an appointment to visit the Health Department and you can obtain a waiver there.
- You will also need to make an appointment with a local health professional to have a brief physical and fill out this Health Appraisal. You do have 30 days to this after enrollment. If you have had a recent appointment, your clinic will likely fill out the form for you based on that appointment, rather than making you schedule another.
- Send an email with your desired schedule and the director will email you back a draft contract.
Classroom Environment
A typical day will include structured and unstructured play; art, songs and stories; rest times; outdoor exploration; physical challenges to improve motor skills and many other sensory activities. The preschool curriculum portions of the day are based on state and national standards and will include activities targeted to all aspects of a child's developmental needs including cognitive, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical health.
About the Staff
The Center's staff is trained in CPR, First Aid, and BBP. Our staff completes a minimum of 16 clock hours of professional development per year. Each member of the staff is passionate about the education of children, and works hard to make our students comfortable - yet appropriately challenged - and prepared to learn.