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From infancy to age 7, children spend up to 12,000 hours in full-time care. For every $1 invested in quality early education and care, future economic benefits are returned in excess of $7. Learn More »

(Sources: The Center for School Solutions 2005; High/Scope Perry Preschool Project.)

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March 1, 2010
March Bright Connections newsletter

November 30, 2009
Nobel Prize Winning Economist Promotes Investment in Early Childhood Education (PowerPoint 2007 file)

July 8, 2009
Columbus Early Learning Centers at Broad Street Infant and Toddler Center Wins State Award for Excellence in Early Care and Education

Parent PraiseFrom our Parents

Columbus Early Learning ParentTasha Booker likes the intimacy and the small group size at BIT-C. She thinks that her son Logan’s development is right where it should be, if not advanced:

"Every day Logan comes home and shares something he learned. This is a really, really good center. The small class size lets teachers get to know kids. Logan loves his teachers, especially Chris."

Tasha Booker
Relationship Manager
United Way of Central Ohio

Pictured: Tasha and her son 2 1/2 year old son, Logan. Logan has been at the Broad Street Infant & Toddler Center (BIT-C) since he was 10 months old.

Welcome to Columbus Early Learning Centers! Bright Minds Start Here.

Columbus Early Learning Centers – Broad Street Infant & Toddler Center (BIT-C), Eastside, Northside, and Westside – have been providing high quality early childhood education and day care for infants, toddlers and pre-school children for more than 100 years.

Each center offers the foundation to encourage your child’s lifelong love of learning. In our warm, loving atmosphere caring teachers support the healthy development of your child from six weeks to five years old. Our year-round, full-day program offers your family the assurance of a creative, affordable pre-kindergarten learning environment for your child.

Whether gently holding your infant, encouraging your toddler to share or providing your preschooler with a wide range of enriching activities, our teachers understand your child’s needs. Unique lesson plans are brought to life in a fun and imaginative way. Learning centers for dramatic play, creative art, science, quiet reading, and blocks and puzzles provide your child with the opportunity to explore independently and confidently.

Low private pay rates

State of Ohio's Step Up to Quality Program
Our Northside Center has received its 3rd star in the State of Ohio's Step Up to Quality Program. The program administered by ODJFS recognizes excellence in curriculum and professional development.

For more information on a particular location, please see the Locations page.

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