Early Learning Network

About Us

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Early Learning Network consists of 22 community based organizations that support and educate Hartford’s Youngest learners children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.

All enrolled children receive comprehensive child development services that address the needs of children and their families within the areas of education, health, nutrition, mental health, family well-being and family engagement.

Our Programs Why Parents Choose Us
  • Full day/full year education
  • Breakfast, lunch and snacks at no cost to parents
  • Welcome children of all abilities (ages 6 months to 5 years)
  • Comprehensive child development
  • In your neighborhood
  • Affordable weekly fees
  • Nationally accredited, quality education
  • Highly qualified, friendly staff

 

Accreditation

Our centers are accredited by The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), a professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research. NAEYC advances a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and supports all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children. The association comprises nearly 60,000 individual members of the early childhood community and 52 Affiliates, all committed to delivering on the promise of high-quality early learning. Together, its members work to achieve a collective vision: that all young children thrive and learn in a society dedicated to ensuring they reach their full potential.

For more information visit: https://www.naeyc.org/

Highly Trained Pre-school Teachers

Our teachers are passionate and highly-trained in helping your child learn and grow.

We use touchboards which makes learning more engaging and fun. Our goal is to provide exceptional child care that also focuses on social skills including teaching children respect for others and manners.

Partnership to Success

Throughout the Early Learning Network we maintain a safe and secure environment for the children. We prioritize building strong partnerships with families, recognizing that parental involvement is essential for a child's success.

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Your child’s typical day

Our centers provide a space for learning, exploration and growth for each child. Depending on the child’s age, activities vary but a typical day includes:

Morning Activities include free play, where they can explore different toys and materials, as well as structured activities such as arts and crafts, puzzles, or building blocks.include free play, where they can explore different toys and materials, as well as structured activities such as arts and crafts, puzzles, or building blocks.

Snack and Meal Times allow for nutritious snacks and meals throughout the day making accommodations for children with allergies. Please make sure to let us know of any allergies. Lunch and snacks are provided at no cost to parents.

Outdoor Play provides children with the opportunity to play on playground equipment (weather permitting), or participate in organized games. Outdoor play promotes physical development, gross motor skills, and provides a chance for children to explore their environment.

Learning Activities that include early literacy and math exercises, science experiments, and sensory play. The activities are designed to be age-appropriate and engage children in hands-on learning experiences.

Nap Times take place in a quiet space and comfortable mats or cots. Rest time allows children to recharge and prepare for the remainder of the day.

Afternoon Activities include music and movement, storytelling, or more free play.

It's important to note that each learning center may have its own unique schedule and routines. The activities and structure of the day are typically designed to create a nurturing, engaging, and educational environment for the children in their care.

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Cost

We work with each family to ensure that each family has access to quality affordable childcare. Funding to support the operations of the Early Learning Network is provided by the State of Connecticut and the City of Hartford. Cost is based on a family’s ability to pay and we work with each family towards this goal. Income guidelines apply and family fees are determined on a sliding scale. All center-based programs are funded through state grants.

Please contact the center closest to you to find out more specific information.

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Overview and List of Providers

Programs help prepare children for school. The Early Learning Network offers quality early childhood programs that are accessible and affordable. A variety of activities are designed to meet the needs of individual children, support parents and meet the needs of working families. Families pay based on a sliding fee scale. All Early Learning Network programs meet State Department of Education criteria on staff credentials, NAEYC accreditation and program quality.

Affordable Child Care

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Center Hours: 5:30 am to 8 pm

255 Barbour Street
Hartford, CT 06120

860-519-0549

affordablelearninghartford@gmail.com

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford Early Learning Center

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: Working Towards Accreditation by NAEYC
Center Hours:9 am to 8 pm

170 Sigourney Street
Hartford, CT 06105

Tel. (860) 929-7675

csanders@bgchartford.org

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Capitol Child Development Center, Inc.

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 8 am to 5 pm

450 Broad Street
Hartford, CT 06106

 

Tel. (860) 240-0330

lgrumley@capitolchild.org

Catholic Charities - El Paraiso Infantil

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

45 Wadsworth Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Tel. (860) 524-6853 – Ext. 222

otoledo@ccaoh.org

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Catholic Charities-S.S. Cyril & Methodius

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

35 Groton Street
Hartford, CT 06109

Tel. (860) 297-7800, Ext.205

dramos@ccaoh.org

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Catholic Charities Child Development Center

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers
Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)


 

45 Wadsworth Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Tel. (860) 524-6853, Ext. 222

otoledo@ccaoh.org

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CRT - Thomas Ritter Child Development Center

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

555 Windsor Street
Hartford, CT 06120

Tel. (860) 560-5168

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CRT - Douglas Street Center

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7:30-5:30

170-175 Douglas Street
Hartford, CT 06114

Tel. (860) 560-5461

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CRT - Job Corps Academy Child Development Center

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

100 William Shorty Campbell Blvd.
Hartford, CT 0610

(860) 952-1790

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Happy Little Faces

Serving the following age groups:
Pre-Schoolers

 

Center Hours: 6:30-6:00

75 Zion Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Tel. (860) 726-4326

andreita_46@hotmail.com

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Hyland Early Learning Center

Serving the following age groups:
Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children

355 New Britain Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106

Tel. (860) 757-0701

jennifer.baglin@hartford.gov
amy.stellato@hartford.gov

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Hartford Neighborhood Centers

Serving the following age groups:
Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children

Center Hours: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm

38 Lawrence Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Tel. (860) 251-6517

kberry@hnci.org

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Hartford Public Schools

Serving the following age groups:
Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

330 Wethersfield Avenue
Hartford, CT 06114

Tel. (860) 695-8636

youms001@hartfordschools.org

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Kids Creative

Serving the following age groups:
Pre-Schoolers

 

Center Hours: 6:30-6:00

3580 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06120

Tel. (860) 263-7664

kidscreativelearningcenter@gmail.com

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King's Chapel Early Care & Education

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7:00-5:30

 

400 Woodland Street
Hartford, CT 06112

Tel. (860) 560-0387

tgraham@kingschapeleducation.com
lfeliciano@kingschapeleducation.com

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Little Angels Workshops

Serving the following age groups:
Pre-Schoolers

 

Center Hours: 7:30-5:30

711 New Britain Ave
Hartford, CT 06106

Tel. (860) 436-0486

littleangelsworkshop@gmail.com

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Metzner Early Learning Center

Serving the following age groups:
Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7:30-5

680 Franklin Avenue
Hartford, CT 06114

 

Tel. (860) 757-0871

jessica.rodriguez@hartford.gov  

New Beginnings Early Learning Cetner

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7-6pm

70 Forest Street
Hartford, CT 06107

(860) 263-8727

 

 nbelc2021@gmail.com

djmb24@hotmail.com

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Pequenin Children's Multicultural Readiness Academy

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7am - 5pm

37 Grace Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Tel. (860) 951-0400

pequenin@pequeninhartford.org

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Pride & Joy Learning Academy

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7:15-5:15

49 Silas Deane Highway
Wethersfield, CT 06109

Tel. (860) 563-3747

mmondanipour@yahoo.com

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The Right Place School Readiness Child & Family Center

Serving the following age groups:
Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7:30-5:30

123 Sigourney Street
Hartford, CT 06105

Tel. (860) 543-8488

Taylor.pratt@USE.Salvationarmy.org

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Trinity College Community Child Center

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7:30-5:30

300 Summit Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Tel. (860) 297-5370

kyla.siegmann@tc4.org
amy.poland@tc4.org
jennifer.church@tc4.org

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Village Early Childhood Learning Center

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7:30-5:30

105 Spring Street
Hartford, CT 06105

Tel. (860) 236-4511

lpabe@thevillage.org


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Women’s League Child Development Center

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7-5pm

1695 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06120

Tel. (860) 524-5969

klott@womensleaguecdc.org

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YMCA Breakthrough Magnet School

Serving the following age groups:
Pre-Schoolers and School Age

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 12-6

25 Ridgefield Street
Hartford, CT 06112

Tel. (860) 241-9622

melody.santiago@ghymca.org
amanda.feliciano@ghymca.org

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YWCA / The Growing Tree

Serving the following age groups:
Infants * Toddlers * Pre-Schoolers

Accreditation: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Center Hours: 7-5:30pm

195 Garden Street
Hartford, CT 06105

Tel. (860) 548-2003, Ext. 200

jenm@ywcahartford.org

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