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The Early Learning Center provide an atmosphere of security and warmth, together with a range of developmental opportunities. The center is accredited by NAEYC, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, at the Broschart location and pursing accreditation at the centers second location. The Centers accept infants, toddlers and preschoolers, ages six weeks to five years for child care.

The child care program is for typically developing children, and designed to make learning fun, based on the concept that "learning occurs through play."

301.738.6424 (phone)
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Services

Early childhood classroom setting: 6 weeks-24 months follow a daily activity plan which allows for individual infant care on demand. 2-year-olds planned to encompass large and small, individual and group activities in an environment of structured freedom. This will enable children to continue the process of discovering, exploring and increasing awareness of their world through developmentally appropriate activities. 3-year-olds to 5-year-olds planned to encompass large and small, individual and group activities in an environment where children are given freedom of choice within a daily routine. Field trips and interactive learning experiences occur throughout the year Gymnastics program offered weekly to children 2-years and older. Optional Spanish and French language program offered to children 2-years and older. Hearing and speech screenings offered with authorization from parents.

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Staff	Teachers and teachers assistants meet all requirements for licensing by the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing and Regulation. Kelly King, B.A., Director Letitia Banks, Assistant Director

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Enrollment	Children are enrolled throughout the year as space is available. The centers’ staff welcome and strongly recommend a parent/child visit prior to enrollment. For additional information and the availability of openings, please contact Kelly at 301.738.6424 or Leticia at 301.251.1369.

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Success Story

Elisabeth At a very early age, Elisabeth’s parents struggled to find a child care program with a supportive and positive environment for their daughter. By age two, Elisabeth had attended two different facilities, neither of which met the families’ needs. Then Elisabeth’s parents switched her to TLC’s Early Learning Center. An organization that offers childcare programs for children aged six weeks to five years, The Early Learning Center is dedicated to helping children discover that learning is fun by adhering to the belief that learning occurs through play and that learning is a form of play.  Elisabeth’s mother noticed the application of this philosophy when she toured the Center for the very first time. “It was quickly obvious that there was warmth and love exuding from the teachers and reciprocated by the children,” she said. “Today, we are constantly amazed by the variety of topics the children are introduce to—from colors and numbers to careers to holidays and then around the world to ancient Egypt!” Elisabeth began in the Center’s Teddy Bear Room with children about her age. At first, she acted timid and shy toward teachers and fellow students; she seemed reluctant to play and engage herself in activities. One of the major triumphs her parents note is that now, at five years old, after three years at The Early Learning Center, Elisabeth’s trepidation has subsided. “She looks forward to her day, she proudly shows us her artwork, and she tells us what she has learned each day,” says her mother. At The Early Learning Center, Elisabeth grew to be a more capable, intelligent, and social child. Because of their daughter’s success, Elisabeth’s parents enrolled their son James in the program as soon as he turned six weeks old.  Elisabeth and James attended The Early Learning Center together until Elisabeth turned five and was ready for grade school. Their parents are proud of Elisabeth’s progress and anticipate similar feelings about James’ experience: “We look forward to another three years with the wonderful and dedicated staff at The Early Learning Center.”

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FAQs

Q: Whom does The Early Learning Center serve? A: The Early Learning Center serves the typical developing child 6 weeks through 5 years old.  The Early Learning Center is open Monday through Friday 7:00am-6: 30pm.  The center is open all year long, and closed on most major holidays. Q: What is the philosophy of The Early Learning Center? A: Our philosophy is to provide developmentally appropriate childcare in an atmosphere of security and warmth with a range of developmental opportunities including individual attention to each child’s strengths and needs, and activities to promote physical, social, emotional and cognitive development.  Our goal is provide a rich learning environment where children can explore their world, experience success, and develop initiative and self-reliance in an environment of trust and respect. Programs are designed to make learning fun for each child. Q: What qualifications does the staff have? A: Our staff meets all requirements set forth by The Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care.  All staff is certified in First Aid and CPR and obtains a minimum of six hours of continuing education credits per year. Q: How do I enroll my child? A: We highly encourage our families to schedule a tour of the center prior to enrollment. If space allows, we require a two-week deposit upon enrollment.  If we do not have the space for new enrollments, your name can be placed on our waiting list for a small fee.

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