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EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY

OUR MISSION

The mission of the Early Learning Community is to empower children to become confident, creative, and independent learners through a child-centered approach that fosters a lifelong love of learning within a supportive school family.

OUR VISION

A world where all children are valued as unique individuals, education is a preparation for life, and learning is a joyful, lifelong journey.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Respect & Individuality - Honoring each child’s unique development and fostering independence, while valuing dignity and collaboration within the community.
Prepared Environment & Experiential Learning - Creating spaces that inspire exploration, discovery, and hands-on learning, engaging children in sensory-rich, active experiences.
Whole-Child Development - Supporting cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth through intentional teaching and guidance.
Freedom within Limits & Teacher as Guide - Providing structure that encourages choice and independence, while facilitating learning through observation and support.
Kindness & Citizenship - Teaching mindfulness, conflict resolution, compassion, empathy, and cultural awareness, while encouraging care for the environment and relationships.

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ELC WHITELAND IS A LEVEL 4 PROVIDER

ELC Whiteland recently became a Paths to QUALITY Level 4 Provider. We are proud providers of Indiana's voluntary child care rating and improvement system, Paths to QUALITY. Our involvement means we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and professional environment where children can grow and learn. We know that quality child care leads to brighter futures for all children, and we are honored to be entrusted with such an important responsibility. Learn more about the levels of Paths to QUALITY providers here.

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Putt Fore A Purpose

Supporting Our Youngest Learners

to benefit the children at Early Learning Community Preschool

DETAILS

Event Sponsored By: VIP Home Solutions

When:

Thursday, June 19th, 2025

Where:

Hickory Stick Golf Club

4422 Thompson Blvd, Greenwood, IN 46143

Registration at 10:30 am

Shotgun starts 11:30 am

*All proceeds to benefit the youngest learners in our community!*

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EVENT SPONSORED BY:

VIP Home Solutions & Restoration

5602 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227

(317) 883-4847

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"We chose ELC for its focus on social and emotional development and I feel it has lived up to our expectations. We're very happy with how the teachers treat the students and the example it sets for how they should treat eachother."

The Richter Family

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"Since being at ELC we've seen improvements in social skills, writing, verbal and educational skills! Both of my children have made lasting relationships with their teachers. They both enjoyed going to school and were thoroughly upset whenever they had to miss due to illness or other reasons. Both children have come out of the program being more than prepared for Kindergarten round-up. I'm confident that ELC fostered an early love of learning for school in both of my kids!"

The Klein family

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"Liam loves having responsibilities and applies his rules at school to his home. The emotional intelligence has also helped him to know himself in and outside of his school experience."

The Ross Family

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"Since being at ELC, we've seen improvements in social skills and education skills! Her writing, verbal communication, skills with people have evolved! Really her knowledge with all subjects."

The Belton/Ahlefeld Family

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"SEL has been a great help for T to help manage his emotions and I see great improvement at home. Also, I love that you are using science of reading to help set the kids up for success at school!!!"

The Watson Family

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"The teachers have made us feel so comfortable and included dealing with Willow's allergies. I really love that they allow and encourage me to bring in substitutes for her. The parent meetings are always helpful as well. I think they do a great job communicating as they can! I love Seesaw and getting pictures of Willow throughout the day."

The Mason Family

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"The constant outpour of help and encouragement from the ELC teachers is amazing. Whenever we have issues with behavior, I have so much comfort knowing that I have a support system at his school. Even Ms. Bre giving us a copy of 123 magic! It has helped wonders!"

The Wagner Family

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"My child has learned great social skills. She is learning how to deal with her emotions in a healthy manner. Also she has learned so much and she already knows most of the things she will learn in kindergarten. This jump start into her school year is something I couldn't put a price on."

The Lewis Family

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"Our daughter loves playing with friends. We love the great loving relationships with staff. Last year she barely recognized letters or numbers. This year she knows them all and is learning to sound out words. They prepared my child for kindergarten and create such a great community feeling among their kids, staff and parents!"

The Cridlin Family

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"Our son is excited to go to school every morning and misses it on the weekends. Cole has become much more outgowing this year. He has learned so much. I am so thrilled with my ELC experience. The staff is friendly, outgoing, and you can tell they love children and seeing them learn. The communication has been great. I ADORE the pictures and videos sent throughout the day. Cole is learning through play and experience."

The Beaman Family

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EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY

OUR MISSION

OUR VISION

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

ELC WHITELAND IS A LEVEL 4 PROVIDER

HOW TO HELP ELC

City skyline

Birthday Sparks

Fashion Magazine

Putt Fore A Purpose

Supporting Our Youngest Learners

to benefit the children at Early Learning Community Preschool

DETAILS

Thank You To Our Event Sponsors:

EVENT SPONSORED BY:

OTHER SPONSORS:

Lunch Sponsor

Bev Cart Sponsor

Snack Sponsor

T-Shirt Sponsor

Closest To The Pin Sponsor

Putting Contest Sponsor

1st Place Team Sponsor

2nd Place Team Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

Hole Sponsor

"We chose ELC for its focus on social and emotional development and I feel it has lived up to our expectations. We're very happy with how the teachers treat the students and the example it sets for how they should treat eachother."

"Liam loves having responsibilities and applies his rules at school to his home. The emotional intelligence has also helped him to know himself in and outside of his school experience."

"Since being at ELC, we've seen improvements in social skills and education skills! Her writing, verbal communication, skills with people have evolved! Really her knowledge with all subjects."

"SEL has been a great help for T to help manage his emotions and I see great improvement at home. Also, I love that you are using science of reading to help set the kids up for success at school!!!"

"The constant outpour of help and encouragement from the ELC teachers is amazing. Whenever we have issues with behavior, I have so much comfort knowing that I have a support system at his school. Even Ms. Bre giving us a copy of 123 magic! It has helped wonders!"

"My child has learned great social skills. She is learning how to deal with her emotions in a healthy manner. Also she has learned so much and she already knows most of the things she will learn in kindergarten. This jump start into her school year is something I couldn't put a price on."

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