Comprehensive Child-Centered Services
At First Rock Baptist Church Child Development Center, we employ a dynamic and engaging child education using creative curriculum by teaching strategies designed to stimulate young minds. Through interactive learning experiences, we foster a love for exploration and discovery, ensuring that every child thrives in our educational environment.
NAEYC Accreditation
We take pride in our accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), a testament to our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of early childhood education. This recognition reflects our dedication to providing quality care and educational experiences for your child.
Strategic Collaboration
Through strategic partnerships with organizations like Capital Quality, Educare DC, and United Planning Organization(UPO), we enhance our ability to deliver top-tier services and support to our families and staff. These collaborations allow us to access resources and expertise that further enrich the educational journey of every child in our care.
Holistic Support for Families
The FRBC CDC is to provide a service to the community through loving and quality education for children. The Center's Objective is to provide a teaching curriculum that meets the intellectual, physical, and emotional needs of children. The Center uses The Creative Curriculum (Teaching Strategies) to meet the following Objectives:
Academic Education
To develop the children's ability to communicate, think and be creative. To teach the basic academic skills, alphabets, and numbers, phonics, language arts (reading, spelling, writing) mathematics and computer lessons, thus preparing the children for kindergarten and elementary school.
Cultural Education
To develop each child an awareness of their unique cultural heritage and its importance in the history, growth, and progress of the community. Teaching each child the importance of diversity within society.
Other Services
Nutritious Meals and Snacks
We understand the importance of nutrition in early childhood development. That's why we provide wholesome breakfast, lunch, and snacks, ensuring that your child receives the fuel they need to thrive throughout the day.
Enrichment Activities
In addition to academic learning, we offer a range of enrichment activities to promote holistic development. From tennis lessons to storytelling family engagements, we provide diverse opportunities for your child to explore their interests and talents.
Family Engagement Initiatives
We believe in the power of strong family-school partnerships. Through our family engagement programs, we invite parents to actively participate in their child's educational journey, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
Educare DC
Our center has a partnership with Educare DC through the Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership, an award from the federal government. Within this partnership Educare DC supports our center in meeting Early Head Start quality standards by providing coaching, training and providing services including health, oral health, nutrition, mental health, and customized supports for children with special needs. The CCP Program also funds family engagement services, designed to support parents in their journey as their children’s first teacher, and engaged community leaders and advocates. The CCP Program is designed to effectively and consistently help children maximize their learning and growth potential which includes, but is not limited to, developing and providing high quality, individualized child development services.
Affordable Tuition With Voucher Acceptance
Tuition: Comparable to other centers, vouchers accepted. At First Rock Baptist Church Child Development Center, we strive to make quality education accessible to all families. Our tuition rates are competitive, and we accept vouchers to lessen financial barriers, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in our nurturing environment.
Take the Next Step
Ready to learn more about how First Rock Baptist Church Child Development Center can support your child's growth and development? Contact us today to schedule a visit and discover the difference our comprehensive services can make in your child's life.