Early

Learning

  Center

The Early Learning Center at Christ church provides age appropriate play experiences in a Christian environment where children can develop their individual and unique potential socially, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, and physically.

The Center provides a positive, flexible, creative and meaningful environment that is loving, warm, and secure for each child. Our goal is that each child learns that he or she is a child of God and a person to be valued for their own uniqueness.

Contact Laurie Pearn at 918-743-7673.  The ELC is open Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 9:30am to 2:30pm

Crib, Toddler, and Two Program

The Crib, Toddler, and Two program serves children from eight months through two years of age. The program is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. Children may be enrolled for one, two, or three days each week. This program resembles the Christian love and learning found at home, and adds playmates, a variety of early childhood materials, challenging activities, and an experienced staff.

Preschool Program

The Preschool program serves children three to five years old. Classrooms are arranged in learning centers with hands-on experiences with blocks, drama, housekeeping, manipulative materials, a worship center, science, creative art, language, and group experiences. Children are encouraged to move freely throughout the room, exploring and discovering concepts relating to numbers, shapes, colors, vocabulary, and god's world. Preschool classes meet from 9:30 am to noon on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays. Optional extended sessions are available from noon to 2:30 and feature music, science, and gymnastics.

Transitional Kindergarten

Transitional kindergarten is a program designed especially for five year olds who need a "growth year" before entering a traditional kindergarten class. Activities are designed to enhance thinking skills and problem solving abilities, and help develop social skills and school readiness.

Enrichment

Enrichment beyond the classroom occurs with field trips for preschoolers. Specialty teachers provide weekly opportunities to learn about music, hands-on science projects, and physical education. Monthly worship services are held in the sanctuary for children 2 1/2 to five.

Summer Program

The Early Learning Center offers a summer program each June, featuring opportunities for sand play, field trips, art, music, and interest center activities.

The Staff

ELC teachers are experienced educators with teaching experience, preschool and early childhood training, and a sensitivity to the individual needs of the young child. Parents are encouraged to visit the classrooms any time and may make appointments with teachers for further discussions.