Introducing

What Is ECE UniversityTM?

ECE University™ is a program that helps our childcare staff grow professionally, keeping them motivated and advancing in their careers. PLUS, a CDA Credentialing Program!

With ECE University™, our staff continually grow and advance in their professional development, all at their own pace. The program offers a blend of online courses and study with in-classroom training for teachers. It also includes comprehensive training and orientation, ensuring our staff stay aligned with the highest standards of excellence.

What does ECE UniversityTM Mean for Your Child?

Highly Skilled & Caring Staff

Our team consists of passionate, well-trained educators committed to providing the best possible care and learning experience for your child.

Staff Retention

Our focus on retaining staff ensures that your child builds long-lasting relationships with their caregivers and educators, creating a stable, nurturing environment.

Personalized Care

We tailor learning experiences to each child’s unique needs, ensuring their individual growth and development are prioritized.

Staff Development

We invest heavily in our teachers through continuous professional development and training programs to ensure they stay at the top of their field.

Experienced Leadership

Our leadership team is dedicated to maintaining a high-quality program through consistent evaluation and improvement of both staff and curriculum.

Trust & Consistency

By developing and retaining the best staff, we provide parents with peace of mind knowing their children are in capable, loving hands every day.

Why We Chose to Implement ECE UniversityTM

We have adopted ECE University™ through a state-of-the-art, time-tested approach to developing and retaining top professionals. This ensures our team works in sync with clear communication and shared goals for a smooth, supportive environment where your child receives the highest quality of care every day.

ECE University™ addresses some of the most important elements that make Town & Country Early Learning Centers renowned for their highest quality standards.

Core Values

Empathy: Showing care and understanding for every child and family | Respect: Treating everyone with dignity and valuing individual differences | Community: Fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among children, families, and staff | Integrity: Acting with honesty and strong moral principles in all situations

Curriculum

Our teachers exceed state-required training. Professional development transforms them into true ECE professionals. Courses cover teamwork, communication, enrollment, and customer service for your child’s best care.

Code of Conduct

A code of conduct sets clear behavior expectations for staff towards teammates, families, children, and the community.

Compliance

Early childhood education (ECE) is highly regulated to protect future generations. An aligned team on compliance enhances trust in our programs for current and prospective families.

Careers

A career ladder in ECE provides growth opportunities for teammates, fostering engagement, responsibility, and value delivery. Staff view their role as a career, not just a job.

Culture

A positive work culture fosters healthy staff-child relationships. Respect and kindness reduce stress and boost performance, leading to higher employee retention.

Our Locations

Middletown

Location:
195 South Main Street
Middletown, CT 06457
Telephone: 860.347.1400
Fax: 860.347.1406
School Hours:
Monday – Friday 6:30a to 6:00p

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Southington

Location:
1137 West Street
Southington, CT 06489
Telephone: 860.628.7900
Fax: 860.628.3656
School Hours:
Monday – Friday 6:30a to 6:00p

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Colchester

Location:
111 Norwich Ave
Colchester, CT 06415
Telephone: 860.603.5005
Fax: 860.603.5147
School Hours:
Monday – Friday 6:30a to 6:00p

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