JoAnn McDowell Early Learning Center
The JoAnn McDowell Early Learning Center at John Hope Settlement House provides developmentally supportive and nurturing educational care for all pre-school children ages 18 months to 5 years old.
We value our children because they are the key to the success of our center. Our staff and faculty look forward to the opportunity to impact the lives of children and enjoy building relationships with their families within a supportive environment.
To enroll your child(ren) in our early childhood education program, please contact us at 401-421-6993 ext. 333.

What makes JoAnn Caffrey McDowell Early Learning Center the best place for your child:
A Caring Reputation
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Under the commission of the Department of Children, Youth, And Families and Department of Human Services – we have provided quality childcare since 1971.
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currently serves ages 18 months – 5 years
Extraordinarily High Standards
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teachers with associates and/or bachelors degrees
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teachers continually exceed state requirements for number of training hours per year
Focused on Learning
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completes developmental assessments three times per year using Teachers Strategies Gold based assessments for Infants and Toddlers and work sampling for preschool students
Flexibility For Your Family
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multiple payments options: Subsidy from Child Care Consultants, DHS, and/or Private-pay
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offers a Pre-K classroom for 20 students from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., which includes a nutritious and balanced lunch
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provides before & after-school care and transportation for elementary and middle school age students
Learning Environment
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Learn through Play
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Social Emotional Learning/ Responsive Caregiving
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Focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) based learning activities.
If you are interested in enrolling your child in our Early Learning Center, please contact 401-421-4637