Early Learning Center

Lower Pioneer Valley Early Learning Center

A unique environment fostering learning, growth and community.

Our Mission:
Is to nurture and encourage all children to learn and grow by providing a foundation of developmentally appropriate educational experiences where they can succeed in a safe and supportive environment. We believe that from birth each child is a unique individual and should be immersed in a variety of experiences that promote the cultivation of a positive self-image and a life-long love for learning. Printable Brochure

Why is Lower Pioneer Valley Early Learning Center a great place to send your child?

Our childcare program provides opportunities for all children to blossom, recognizing children’s varied abilities, interests, needs, and learning styles.

Core Values:

Nurturing individuality
Cooperation
Active exploration through playing and learning
Respect of oneself and others
Community interaction

Program Description:

Lower Pioneer Valley Early Learning Center is a Day Care within the Lower Pioneer Valley Educational Collaborative, which serves seven sending school districts and is located within the school that provides career and technical education to high school students. The students who are in the Early Education Program use the Early Learning Center as their work-related experience to receive licensure as an Early Education and Care (EEC) provider, enabling them to work in day care and childcare centers.

The, Early Learning Center, is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, serves families with children ages 2 years 9 months through 6 years old, and follows the LPVEC school year calendar.

Rates:

Preschooler Rates (2.9 to 6 years):

Call 413-735-6388 for more information about our reasonable rates. We accept New England Farm Workers’ Council vouchers.

$50.00 Registration fee

Discounts are available – please call for more details. The tuition is, based on a 39-week school year calendar. We do not charge tuition for full-week closures during Holiday Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break. The Child Care Center hours are 7:00AM to 4:00PM. We provide breakfast, a morning snack, and an afternoon snack.

Program Overview

The Early Learning Center is a child care center with 1 classroom for children, ages 2 year & 9 months to 6 years old. We have a highly qualified, enthusiastic team of teachers who will offer your child the following in the Preschool Program:
Guide positive social interactions. Introduce and encourage critical thinking skills. Provide career exploration. Use MA Preschool Frameworks to prepare for future school success

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