What ages do you serve?
Children from 2 months to 13 years. We have a Baby Room for infants and young toddlers, a Toddler Room for children 2 to 3, and preschool, Pre-K and school-age classrooms.
What are your hours?
We are open Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., all year. We close for major holidays.
How do you keep my child safe?
Our entrances and exits are protected by a security system, and only staff can open the doors with a key fob. Our play areas are fully fenced. Every staff member has passed state and FBI background checks, including fingerprinting, and is trained in pediatric first aid and fire safety. Your child is released only to the people you have named, and we ask for photo ID.
How many children are with each teacher?
One teacher for every four infants, five young toddlers, six toddlers, ten preschool or Pre-K children and twelve school-age children.
Where are you located?
3225 North 5th Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.
What does Learning Through the Arts mean?
The Art Learning Center is a licensed school and child care center. Every classroom follows a daily schedule and Creative Curriculum, which is aligned with Pennsylvania’s Early Learning Standards, and our teachers teach it through art, music and play. Children build language, early literacy, math and social skills through hands-on work.
Will my child be ready for kindergarten?
Kindergarten readiness is the goal of our preschool and Pre-K programs. Children practice classroom routines, early letters and numbers, working in a group and managing their own time. Teachers assess each child through the year and share a kindergarten readiness checklist with you before your child moves on.
What is your quality rating?
The Art Learning Center is rated STAR 3 of 4 in Keystone STARS, Pennsylvania’s quality rating system for early learning and school-age programs.
Are meals provided?
Yes. A nutritious breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are included in tuition, and menus are posted in each classroom. Tell us about any food allergies or restrictions.
How will I know how my child is doing?
Through conversations with your child’s teacher at drop-off and pickup, messages through Remind, and assessments with at least three parent-teacher conferences a year, at every age.
How do you help with toilet learning?
Toilet learning begins in our toddler room when a child is ready and continues in preschool. Teachers work with you so the routine is the same at home.
Do children rest during the day?
Yes. Nap time follows lunch in our toddler, preschool and Pre-K classrooms, and infants sleep on their own schedule.
What should my child bring?
A change of clothes for the season, a crib sheet for their cot and a blanket. Infants and toddlers also need diapers and wipes. Please label everything with your child’s name.
How does my child’s first week work?
We recommend a few hours on each of the first two days, then a little longer each day, so your child eases into a full day.
My child has an IEP or needs extra support. Is The Art Learning Center a good fit?
Children of all abilities are welcome. Share your child’s plan with us and we will work with you to put it into practice in the classroom.
Can we celebrate my child’s birthday at school?
Yes. You are welcome to send a special snack to share with the class at afternoon snack time.
How do you celebrate holidays?
We celebrate the seasons with classroom parties, art projects and family workshops, so the whole class takes part.
Are you open in the summer?
Yes. We are open all year, with summer camp when the school year ends. Summer camp is open to children from all school districts, and you can enroll for the summer only.
Do you offer before and after school care?
Yes, for children from kindergarten to age 13. A staff member walks children to and from the school bus. Mornings include breakfast, and afternoons include homework help.
How do I enroll?
Start with a visit. Our How to Enroll page walks you through each step.
Can I visit before I enroll?
Yes, and we encourage it. Call 570-476-3090 or send us a message, and we will call you to set up a time. Our director, Ms. Kelly, leads visits Monday to Friday between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.
Come see where your child would spend the day
Visit during the school day. See your child’s classroom, meet their teacher and ask us anything.