
PARCHMENT EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Programs to promote success for the early years of a child's life
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Parchment Early Learning Center is a state licensed, childcare and preschool program offering a variety of classrooms to meet your needs by focusing on developmental skills and school readiness
EXPLORERS
Tuition-based childcare for children 12 -30 months
DHS is accepted
Children thrive best in a safe, supportive environment. Our lower room capacity allows for more one-on-one interactions, fostering strong, nurturing bonds between children and caregivers.
EARLY LEARNERS & DISCOVERY KIDS
Tuition-based childcare for children 2.5 - 3 years old
State funded KCR4's (+ KCR4's funding for 3 year old's)
DHS is accepted
Wrap around care available
We structure our days in accordance with Michigan's Great Start standards to ensure all students are prepared for Kindergarten and their future educational journey. Our teachers communicate daily through our centers' app and offer opportunities for conferences and engagement throughout the school year.
GSRP - Preschool
State funded GSRP preschool program
Wrap around care available
The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is Michigan’s free PreK program for eligible four-year-old's. Ranked #1 in the U.S., it’s a safe place where children learn how to get along with others, share, take turns, and make friends. Math, reading, and thinking skills are taught every day through fun, hands-on activities. GSRP will help make sure your child is ready for kindergarten and beyond.
WRAP AROUND CARE
School age childcare before & after school, during no school days, and during the summer.
DHS is accepted
Wrap Around Care is a self-funded, licensed child care program for K-5 students. Supervised by a caring and attentive staff, the child care program offers before- and after-school care at Northwood Elementary. Transportation is provided by the Parchment Transportation Department.

CONNECT WITH PARCHMENT EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Director: Anna Wessing
269-488-1359
anna.wessing@parchmentschools.org
Asst Director: Kelley Dendel
269-488-1358
kelley.dendel2@parchmentschools.org
Main Office: 269-488-1360
Operating hours: 6:30am - 5:30pm M - F
