We welcome you to the Early Childhood Center. It is our hope that your whole family will enjoy the program and the friends you will make here. This site describes our program, goals, policies, and a variety of details that go into making each school day as happy and successful as possible. Please bookmark it for reference, as it will answer many of your questions.

   The Early Childhood Center is operated by the Church of the Palms because of the Christian concern of this congregation for the Sarasota community. It is well documented that quality childcare is a critical need in our society and this Center is a mission of the Church of the Palms. An attitude of Christian love is evident and an influence in the daily operation.

   Church of the Palms Pre-School began in 1961 to fill a need for a Christian approach to basic education. In 1982, the full-time childcare component was opened for children of working parents.

   It is the philosophy of the Early Childhood Center to welcome families of all faiths, creed, and ethnic origins to the program. It is our commitment to offer a safe, caring, and stimulating environment in which children can explore and learn by experiencing creative hands on and age-appropriate activities presented by a qualified professional staff. Furthermore, it is our goal to establish an organized facility with open communication between the administration, staff, and parents, which will support a positive environment for all.

   Once again, welcome to the program. Your involvement with us as a partner in your child’s education is greatly anticipated. We look forward to watching your child grow and learn and invite you to be an active participant in that process while they are here in our program.

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