The Learning Center

The Learning Center is very proud to be among the very few child care centers accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). In the US today, only 8% of all child care centers have succeeded in obtaining this accreditation.

But what does it mean to you? What will your child get at a NAEYC accredited site that he or she won't get anywhere else?

"NAEYC accredited programs are committed to providing high-quality educational services to young children and their families. While the accreditation process examines all aspects of a program- including health and safety, teacher qualifications, and administration- the focus is on the quality of interactions between teachers and children and the nature of the child's experience"
-NAEYC brochure, 2003

In short, you will be enrolling your child at a center that has met a higher standard, a place where teachers are engaging and nurturing, toys and games are enriching, and the overall atmosphere is one of caring, concern, and lots of fun!

Please take a moment to view our photo galleries (found at left). Through these pictures, we're sure you'll get an idea of the fun, pleasant, and educational atmosphere we provide!

The Learning Center wish list- click here.

Goosebumps

Goosebumps are an occurrence where someone said or did something that makes us feel good about what we do.  They also remind us of how much joy children can bring to everyone. We'd like to take a minute to share our favorite goosebumps with you!

When I was getting ready to leave the classroom, I was asked by a 2 ½ year old where I was going.  I replied, “To the bathroom, I’ll be right back.”  When I returned she said “Did you go potty, Kathy?”  I said, “Yes.”  She said “Alright, give me 5!” as she held her hand up.  Then she said “good job, Kathy!” -Kathy R., Toddler Room

A school age child said to me “Miss Nancy I think you are nice but your voice isn’t.” -Nancy, School-Age Classroom

            One child saw another child working with a calculator and said, “Wow, you’re great at technology.” -Tina, K-Readiness Room
General Information about The Learning Center

The Learning Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), holds a PA Keystone STAR Four rating, and is licensed by the state of Pennsylvania. For more information on these merits, and what it means for your child, please visit the websites of NAEYC and the PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning.

The Learning Center is open from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm and serves children from the ages of 12 months through 12 years in five age-appropriate classrooms.

Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are prepared onsite and served daily. For a sample menu, please click the "Menu" icon at right.

For the safety and security of all the children at The Learning Center, there are several forms that must be completed before enrollment. Many of these forms will also need to be updated every 6 months. For your convenience the most frequently needed forms are available for downloading in the right column. Our tuition rates and family handbook are also available.