Why ECC?

Since 1959, The Early Childhood Center has proudly served Westchester families with a preeminent preschool, before and after-care programs, and a summer camp. From our involved parent community to our active event schedule, the ECC is a dynamic preschool where children thrive. Please come schedule a tour and see what we have to offer.

• Play-based learning based on proven educational philosophy of The Creative Curriculum.

• Flexible program offerings including full day, extended day and before school drop-off, and summer programs.

• Long-term, certified and trained faculty and staff.

• Licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.

• A QUALITYstarsNY school.

• Large, ground-floor facility that includes expansive playgrounds, outdoor and indoor classrooms and large multipurpose indoor space.

• Safe environment - Our facility meets all safety standards and we maintain a security system. All visitors are buzzed in.

• Involved parent community - We encourage parent involvement. From our parent-teacher conferences to our lively event schedules, parents are essential to the best overall educational experience.

• Non sectarian, not for profit.

• 100% parent satisfaction (from 2023 parent survey).

• “The search for the right nursery school for my daughter ended the moment I stepped into ECC. The school has become our home away from home. It is a place where my toddler has grown and so have I. It is a place where every staff member makes you feel like your child is their favorite. I could not imagine this incredible journey anywhere else.” - Ryan Fargnoli, parent.