Early Learning Center
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Preschool/Pre-K
July 3, 2018Preschool/Pre-K Preschool is a time of abundant discovery and active imagination. The neurons are firing at an inconceivable rate, making connections and building upon previous experiences. Sit and watch a group of preschoolers think and you will feel …
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Infants and Toddlers
July 3, 2018Infants and Toddlers The Infant/Toddler Program at the UD ELC is a wonderful place for our youngest children – as they are surrounded by their team of adults- families, ELC staff, and UD students- partnering together to build these connections and ulti …
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Our Learning Spaces
July 19, 2019Our Learning Spaces Indoor Learning Spaces The indoor learning space is a place where children develop a unique understanding of self and how to participate in a community. The space is designed by professional teaching teams to support each child’s d …
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Navigating Kindergarten Registration
October 12, 2018This month, First Lady Carney will join the Delaware Readiness Teams on Thursday, October 18th to launch Delaware’s first ever Kindergarten Registration Campaign. Children who live in Delaware are eligible for kindergarten in fall of 2019 if they turn …
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Toddlers
July 3, 2018Toddlers Welcome to our Toddler Program! In our toddler classrooms you will find children between the ages of 15 and 36 months actively engaged in discovering the world around them. At this stage of development toddlers are forming strong bonds with ca …
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School Menu
January 28, 2019School Menu Classroom staff at the ELC participates with the children in family style dining to support home living skills and socialization. Children are encouraged to serve themselves and eat the food presented but are never forced. We encourage chi …
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Anti Bias Education
October 30, 2020At the University of Delaware Early Learning Center our goal is to nurture within each individual a disposition to speak for peace, understanding and justice. In our classrooms and program, we are pursing the four core goals of Anti-Bias education fo …
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Kindergarten Transitions
July 3, 2018Kindergarten Transitions Preparing for Kindergarten can feel a little overwhelming at times. Questions such as; When do I register my child for kindergarten? What are my options? Is my child ready? can take over the thought process of a parent/guardian …
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Admissions
June 28, 2018Admissions Enrolling at the Early Learning Center Thank you for your interest in the Early Learning Center (ELC). Selecting a quality early education program for your family is an exciting time. This is why we want to make it as simple as possible for …
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UD Students
March 5, 2019Undergraduate Students and Undergraduate Researchers The quality of early care that children receive is a significant factor in later academic, behavioral and social success. Research shows that families and children in the community are better served …
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