Our Program Offerings
Various Program Offerings
Valley Early Learning Center offers year-round care and learning-focused programs to families with children 1-12 years old. Connect with the VELC Director to discuss your family goals, schedule and needs, and how our range of enrollment, payment/funding options, and services will best support your child’s success in their lifelong educational journey.
Our full-day programs provide engaging, age-appropriate learning activities alternating with skill building, nutritious meals, large/small group activities, learning centers, and outdoor play. VELC structures monthly rates for full-time or part-time enrollment, and for before/after school care. Year-round service plans allow 12 holidays and up to 10 vacation days annually for full time attendees, plus family discounts for those enrolling more than one child.
PRESCHOOL
Ages 3-5
►ECEAP | The Early Childhood Education & Assistance Program provides preschool at no cost for qualifying families.
ECEAP Preschool classes occur Monday-Thursday from 8:10am to 3:10pm, with meals, large/small group activities, learning centers, and outdoor play incorporated into the day. Families can opt for additional care on Fridays and before/after school during the Center’s hours of service.
►PRIVATE PAY PRESCHOOL | Monthly rates for preschool vary according to the number of days attending per week. Discounts are available for families enrolling more than one child. VELC accepts children between 7:00am-5:30pm.
TRANSITION TO KINDERGARTEN
Ages 4-5
►TTK PRESCHOOL | Classes are provided to families at no cost for qualifying children who reach age 4 after August 31st.
TTK preschool classes occur Monday-Friday from 8:10am to 3:10pm, with meals, large/small group activities, learning centers, and outdoor play incorporated into the day. Families can opt for wrap-around before/after school care during the Center’s hours of service.
CHILDCARE
►WCCC | The Working Connections Child Care program provides payment assistance for families who may become income eligible, experience homelessness, or have children in foster/kinship care.
►EARLY LEARNERS | Toddler Care and skill building for ages 12 months to 30 months.
►BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE | For children in Kindergarten through age 12. This program offers an enriching “camp” feel during school breaks, as well as homework help during the school year.
Program Features & Services
► HEALTHY MEALS prepared on site for breakfast and lunch, plus snacks. VELC participates in the state Child and Adult Care Food Program.
► DISTRICT BUS TRANSPORTATION | VELC staff meet children at the bus upon arrival and escort them into the school, and help them onto the bus at the end of the day. Availability depends on district bus routes and timelines.
► CONSISTENT COMMUNICATION via Brightwheel messaging and Family App | Direct, two-way connection between parents or guardians and VELC staff. Daily notices keep families informed of a child’s activities and experiences.
► BULLETIN BOARDS | On site posting of information about school news, upcoming events and holidays, staff updates, announcements, etc.
► FREE FAMILY RESOURCES | A Family Advocate is available to meet with families, offer home visits, set goals, and connect them with community and regional resources or services.
► PARENT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES | Families may be referred to various online resources, counseling services, and/or periodic in-person workshops offered by the VELC Director.