Business Details
NAEYC Accredited Early Childhood Education in Lansing
Educational Child Care Center is a NAEYC Accredited early learning community dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education. Founded on the principle that lifelong learning begins in early childhood, we offer a play-based, child-centered approach that fosters confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. Our small class sizes ensure individualized attention, exceeding state licensing standards to prioritize each child's development.Our teaching staff holds advanced degrees in early childhood education and participates in ongoing professional training. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit family cooperative, we welcome families from the greater Lansing area to enroll children aged six weeks to five years and actively participate in our community governance.
Services
Early Childhood Education
Play-Based Learning
Parent Cooperative
Community Volunteering
Donation Programs
Highlights and features
- We maintain smaller class sizes than state licensing standards require
- Our teachers hold Associates or Bachelors degrees in early childhood education
- We operate as a nonprofit family cooperative with community governance
- We implement strict safety protocols including mask requirements during health crises
- We provide ongoing professional development for all teaching staff
Associations and certifications
- NAEYC
What people say
Strict safety protocols
Positive child development impacts
Dedicated staff members
Community involvement opportunities
Quality educational programs
Services
Early Childhood Education
Educational Child Care Center provides comprehensive early childhood education through play-based learning. Our programs nurture cognitive, social, and emotional development in children aged six weeks to five years. Certified educators create individualized learning experiences that prepare children for future academic success while maintaining a joyful learning environment.
Parent Cooperative
As a parent cooperative, we involve families in decision-making through our Parent Guardian Association. This model fosters collaboration between parents, teachers, and staff to enhance educational experiences. Families participate in meetings, events, and governance to shape our early learning community's direction and quality.
Professional Development
We provide ongoing professional development for educators through seminars and in-service training. Our staff maintains current knowledge of best practices in early childhood education. This commitment ensures our teachers deliver evidence-based, high-quality instruction that supports optimal child development and learning outcomes.
Community Volunteering
Educational Child Care Center offers diverse volunteer opportunities for community members to support early childhood education. Volunteers assist in classrooms, organize events, and serve on our Board of Directors. These contributions help create enriched learning environments and strengthen our community connections through meaningful engagement with young learners.
Donation Programs
Our donation programs fund facility improvements, educational materials, and outreach initiatives. Contributions support maintaining safe, engaging learning spaces and provide resources for professional development. Every donation directly impacts children's educational experiences and helps expand access to quality early learning opportunities for local families.
Questions
Is EC3 NAEYC Accredited?
Yes, EC3 maintains National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation, ensuring high-quality early childhood education standards.
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children from six weeks old through five years of age at our Lansing, Michigan location.
How does the parent cooperative model work?
Families participate in governance and activities through our Parent Guardian Association, creating a collaborative community-driven approach to early education.
What safety measures are in place?
We implement strict health protocols including mask requirements for eligible children and staff during public health crises to ensure child safety.
How can I get involved as a volunteer?
We offer flexible volunteer opportunities including classroom assistance, event planning, and board membership through our Board of Directors meetings.
Can I make donations to support EC3?
Yes, donations help maintain our facilities, fund staff development, and expand outreach programs for quality early childhood education.
