Elm Point Early Childhood Center recognizes the uniqueness of each child and through a teacher guided, child directed environment, children experience emotional, social, physical and cognitive development. Our work represents an investment in the human resources of our community – especially our children. We believe that Elm Point can make a difference in a child's life. Teachers and caregivers will provide love while meeting the needs of children in a safe and quality environment.
Philosophy
Children are valued as unique individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages them to become creative, independent, responsible, self-directed adults who can make decisions for themselves. This nurturing environment includes the relationships of the staff, parents, and children growing, working, and learning together.
Hours
Monday through Friday
6:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location
3601 Mueller Rd.
St. Charles, Mo. 63301
(636) 916-4041
(636) 916-4231 (fax)
Click here to email Elm Point Early Child Development Center
Ages
We accept children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old
Classrooms, Programs and Curriculms
Infant - Toddler Room
Two Year Old Classroom
3-4 year old Classroom
Pre-Kindergarten
School Age Program
Extra-Curricular Opportunities
Enrollment
Full or part-time
Sibling discounts
Before/after school care
Orchard Farm School Bus District
Goals
The Elm Point Early Childhood Center educators have identified a variety of goals needed by every child to be successful in this world.
Emotional and Social
To build relationships of mutual trust and respect among peers and adults; to enhance each child's self-concept and self esteem; to guide children to resolve conflicts and solve their own problems; to encourage and welcome the involvement of parents and family members in the program.
Physical
To develop each child's fine and gross motor skills, as well as their awareness of safety concepts and good health habits.
Thinking and Intellectual
To help children become curious, confident and creative so as to construct knowledge and values from interactions with the physical and social world.
Communication and Language
To help children develop communication skills by using language to express needs, insights, excitement, and problem resolution; to develop self-expression through art and play such as dance, story telling, music, construction, and dramatics.
Meals
The Center has a fully equipped kitchen for preparation of a nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack. The cook is certified in Applied Food Service Sanitation. Menus follow U.S.D.A. guidelines.
Staff/Programs
Accredited by NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)
Accredited by the Council on Accreditation
Degreed teachers on staff - all staff members have mandatory background checks, annual physicals and tuberculin test
Kindergarten Readiness Program
"Parents As Teachers" approved curriculum
Dance Classes for children 2-5 years old
Live music interaction with Mr. Saxophone
Summer school-age program
Scheduled field-trips
Elm Point's Partnerships
Youth In Need/Headstart
Children's Division
Membership in the Child Day Care Association
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