Orleans Central Early Childhood Program

OCECP Mission Statement

The Central Orleans Family Education Collaborative,
in partnership with families and the community, provides high-quality
opportunities that support each child’s social and emotional well-being.
We strive to foster learning, growth, and development in a mutually
respectful manner within an inclusive environment.  Our ultimate goal
is to empower families and nurture young minds for a better tomorrow.

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OCECP Philosophy

“Building self-identity and skills for social interaction are among the most important learning tasks for children under six. If we want children to like themselves and to value people who are different from them, then we must learn how to help them resist the biases and prejudice that are still far too prevalent in our society.”*

*Teaching Young Children to Resist Bias, Louise Derman-Sparks, et. al., 1989
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We believe that early childhood education should foster children’s curiosity and encourage them to pursue their interests. Education should support children in problem solving, both with materials and with people. We all know that children have varying learning styles, abilities, and interests, and that they learn in their own way and in their own time. Positive early educational experiences provide a firm foundation for children to become life-long learners and productive community members.