Testimonials
EC3 has been a wonderful, nurturing place for my children to grow and learn. I am constantly impressed with the quality and variety of educational activities the Center provides for children. Daily interaction with other children and trusted adults has allowed them to develop social skills that far exceed what they could develop just at home. In addition, EC3 has shown tremendous willingness to consider my children's individual development and characteristics in determining appropriate placements. Knowing how much my son loved EC3, it was an easy decision to enroll our daughter when she was born, and I wholeheartedly recommend EC3 to other parents as well.
Erin Schor
I had so much fun at preschool today!
Miles, 3 years old, "Monkey" Room
The staff at EC3 is incredible!! Since we came through for our first tour, they have done nothing but make us feel welcomed-like we are part of the family. They are so loving and knowledgeable and truly excel at what they do. We sincerely value their advice and concern toward the well-being of our son. Dropping him off each day is easier knowing how much he loves EC3!!
Jeff and Dawn Fedewa (son in Toddlerland/Seal Room)
You know what I love about EC3 (burrrrpp)?....I get to use finger paints and my mom doesn't get all freaked out about the mess (and mom loves that I'm already making art projects).
Maggie, 12 months, "Ladybug" Room
Since beginning EC3, Miles has made huge leaps in several areas including language development, increased independence, and socialization. In just a few months, we have seen a little guy who had much difficulty with transitions and interacting with new people become much more confident and adaptable. We definitely feel that he will be much more prepared for kindergarten because of the quality of his teachers and the types of activities that EC3 has to offer!
Sid and Jennifer Briere
We cannot believe how fortunate we are to have found an environment like EC3 for our children. The care our sons receive is of excellent quality, the atmosphere in each of their classrooms is warm and nurturing, and we can't speak highly enough of each of their teachers. We can recommend the school highly to anyone looking for care, and have done so often.
Joy Palmer and Frank Manista
I cannot say enough good things about EC3. We currently have two little girls enrolled, one in the nursery and the other in "Toddlerland." While it is a struggle to leave my girls every day, I cannot imagine a better place for them to be while I am working. The experiences they receive, the relationships they are building with other children and adults, and the lessons they are learning far exceed any expectations I had for a "day care" facility. And for that reason, I do not consider EC3 a "day care." They are an educational, nurturing, professional, family-oriented child care establishment, and they are one that we trust implicitly.
EC3 offers the perfect environment for my children to flourish. The center is equipped with everything they need and more. From playgrounds to gyms to kitchens to classrooms ... to areas for reading lessons and music sessions to craft making and cookie baking, EC3 has it.
And the teachers are sensational! They are educated and trained in early childhood development and are very knowledgeable not only with regard to educational matters, but with numerous other childrearing issues. The teachers and staff work in conjunction with us on a variety of matters to ensure consistency is kept between our children's "school life" and "home life." We often come in with a new scenario and explain how we are handling it so that it will be handled the same way at school, and vice versa. Other times we come in, throw our hands in the air and exclaim "I don't know what to do!" The teachers put their heads together to try to help with solutions. They are just wonderful. So not only is EC3 beneficial for my children, but they have also helped me to become a better parent. They are a wonderful resource, one that I tap often...
But the most important thing you should know about EC3 is that they care... wholeheartedly. I know my girls are loved, and are nurtured. They receive one-on-one attention, and the teachers make sure that my girls spend time with each other, even though the classroom schedules for my toddler are very busy. Often times I see toddlers poking their heads into the nursery, pointing and saying "babies, babies" while on their way to the gym. Everyone interacts, which makes having more than one child attending EC3 even more fun!
During my initial visit of EC3, the woman giving the tour knew every child's name that we came across. But more importantly than taking the time to know every child by name, they take the time to know every child.
So again, you may ask... why EC3? Because, at least for our family, they are simply the best.
Beth Latchana, Mom to Eva and Abigail
I often contemplate that if it were not for EC3, I couldn't possibly be a working mom! Dropping my two girls off each day is hard because I miss them, but leaving them in EC3's loving and nurturing environment with exceptional teachers has made me feel good about my decision to balance work and home. One of my daughters is in the Bumblebee Room and my toddler is in the Gecko Room. My little Gecko has the chance to check on her sister throughout the day and be the "big sister". Her visits are encouraged and welcomed by her sister and teachers! I love that both girls have been in the care of the same wonderful infant teacher and look forward to my Bumblebee following her sister to the Gecko Room someday. The wonderful caregivers at EC3 have helped my girls grow and learn through their interactions. I consider the wonderful staff at EC3 some of the most important people in my life caring for the most important little people I know!
Julie Fivas
As new parents, we were initially apprehensive about sending our 3 month-old daughter to day care, but EC3's friendly environment and highly qualified, caring teachers and staff have made us feel part of a large family. Our daughter's teachers have had a special gift for sharing magical moments and funny stories of her daily adventures, allowing us to feel more a part of her day-to-day activities. We have been equally impressed by their willingness to support our family's educational wishes, such as regularly using sign language as a supplemental communication experience. EC3's programming encourages a broad range of learning experiences blended with healthy doses of fun and laughter. We are so pleased to have found such a wonderful environment for all three of us to learn and grow. Thank you, EC3!
Shannon, James and Claire Scofield
As educators, I being a principal and my wife a 1st grade teacher, we were very particular in our choice of a preschool for our child. We wanted a program that provided a loving and caring atmosphere with research based programming. EC3 has provided this to our complete satisfaction. In the two years we have been with EC3 our child has grown socially, emotionally, and academically. He is not an easy child, and we have appreciated the patience, caring, professionalism, and experience the EC3 staff has demonstrated!
Mark and Margot Bensinger