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Elk Valley Head Start

Elk Valley Elementary School2556 Maple Avenue
Phone: 814-413-0186Website: Visit Website

Welcome to Child Development Centers, a devoted nonprofit that has been growing young minds since 1969! Its safe and supportive environments are rooted in excellence, evidenced by the organization’s NAEYC accreditation and Keystone Star 4 ratings. Designed to foster curiosity and a lifelong love for learning, each Child Development Center prepares children for prosperous futures in elementary school and beyond!

🚨 👉🏽 Potty training is not required for enrollment! 

Programs Offered at the Elk Valley Head Start Child Development Center

  • Preschool: Designated for ages 3-5, all CDC preschool programs are designed to give children an educational boost that will help them make a successful social and academic transition to kindergarten. Children thrive in CDC's nurturing environments, vibrant classrooms, and expansive indoor and outdoor play spaces!
    • Head Start: This is the federal government’s 9-month, free preschool program for children from low-income households. Families receiving SNAP benefits (food stamps), SSI, or TANF automatically qualify for this impactful program. Head Start at Asbury CDC also includes free transportation at select locations!
    • Pre-K Counts: This 9-month, state-based preschool program is free for income-eligible families. For example, a family of four can make up to $96,450/year and still qualify for this educational program!

👉🏽 All CDC programs include a nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack each day!  





Child Development Centers has seven locations in Erie County:

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