Creativity, exploration, and discovery
in a Christ-centered environment

INFANTS AND TODDLERS

Hearthstone ELC offers a carefully designed environment for our youngest children, starting at six weeks of age. Specially trained teachers nurture and guide our little ones through these formative years. Continuity of care and secure, loving relationships prepare children for their emerging independence.

Our program is carefully constructed according to child development standards and individual needs. Developmentally appropriate activities are child-centered and directed towards the natural interests and inclinations of children. Activities are also need-centered, directed towards physical, emotional, cognitive and social growth and development.

PRESCHOOL

Our preschool programs are play-based and experiential. Physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth is stimulated through hands-on real life experiences. Developmentally appropriate practice is the foundation of the curriculum and daily schedule planning. Phonological awareness, science and math activities are important aspects of the program and are integrated throughout the day.

Our teachers strive to ensure children feel safe and secure. They give them responsibilities, model empathy and respect for others, and encourage them to explore and discover the world around them.

Contact us today or use the registration forms below to join our program!

SCHOOL AGE

Developmentally appropriate programs and support for families are offered during the school year and summer. Before and after school programs operate on days when school is in session and full childcare coverage is offered during District #200 Holiday breaks.

Our school age children need an environment that’s relaxing, fun, safe and motivational. Hearthstone Early Learning Center encourages academic achievement and provides a quiet time for homework. Group time, snack, outdoor play, free play and “jobs” are scheduled daily. Field trips round out the program.

INTERGENERATIONAL ACTIVITIES

One of the benefits of serving seniors and children on one campus are the bonds that children form with the “Grandmas and Grandpas” of Hearthstone through regular visits. Our intergenerational activities keep seniors young at heart and include show and tell, arts & crafts, singing, drama, exercising, cooking, special treats and more.

Working with seniors on these activities gives children a better understanding and an avenue for them to become comfortable with others in different circumstances, such as those in a wheelchair, a walker or other age-related conditions. This first-hand experience opens the door to classroom activities and discussions that address differences, diversity, culture and inclusion.

“Hearthstone gives us peace of mind and fills me with gratitude. I can be fully present and exceed goals at work because I know that our precious daughter is in great hands. They shower love on her and create an environment where she learns with a from others. We feel blessed to have this Christ-centered organization in our community!”

– MELANIE PERRY, HEARTHSTONE ELC PARENT

“I enjoy talking with the kids, watching them play and have fun. It gives me great pleasure to interact with the little ones and their expressions are precious. You just want to hug them all! I’m a grandma & great grandma and it’s like they’re one of my own.
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– BETTY RIFE, RESIDENT OF HEARTHSTONE VILLAGE

“I am so happy to have my children at Hearthstone Early Learning Center. As a teacher here, I get to see first hand all the wonderful activities the children participate in. My children have been here for over five years and the academic and social growth I have seen is a credit to the center. It brings me so much joy to know my kids get excited to tell me about al l the fun things they get to do every day!”

– ERIN M, HEARTHSTONE ELC PARENT & TEACHER