The Whelan Children's Center offers a high quality childcare program for the children of faculty, staff, students and alumni of Loyola University New Orleans. The Center, located on Loyola's campus, provides a safe, stimulating, educational environment with a highly qualified, experienced, nurturing staff. The Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Teachers are selected for their sense of commitment, an ability to nurture children, and knowledge of child development. This is demonstrated by an ability to create an educational environment that says to children and families "this is a good, safe, fun place to learn and develop one's potential." Teachers of three - five year old children are certified in Early Childhood Education. Teachers of infant and toddlers have experience in working with young children. All teachers are certified in Infant and Child CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Teachers attend the annual Louisiana Association for the Education of Young Children conference and workshops throughout the year.
The physical environment is such an important part of our curriculum; it can be considered a "third teacher". Considerable thought and planning goes into the selection and arrangement of equipment and materials that make up the indoor, as well as, outdoor environment of our Center.
Our children are grouped by ages - infants, toddlers, two-year-olds, three-year-olds, and preschoolers. We have a developmental program appropriate for all areas of development. The environment is richly organized with activities that enhance the growth and development of young children. The children are encouraged to select activities that interest them. Incorporated into those activities are social skills, citizenship, and academic concepts. We believe that children are happiest when actively involved in an educational environment.
Director: Kimberly P. Hebert Location: Mercy Hall, Room 101 Office Phone: (504) 864-7273 |
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