Early Childhood Center (2026 Profile)

100 Welsh Park Drive
Rockville, MD 20850

Early Childhood Center (ECC) is a play-based preschool for children 2-5 years-old.

ECC offers small class sizes, low student to teacher ratios, and highly qualified degreed teachers.

Our teachers use Creative Curriculum to encourage purposeful exploration and independence.

We inspire children to develop a love of learning that will continue to grow with them throughout their lifetime.

Centrally located in downtown Rockville, the school is nestled in a beautiful park setting.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type

Religious Affiliation

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool

Year Founded

1970

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Total Students

85 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 38%

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

All of our children attend ECC on a part-time basis. Small class size is important - most classes have only 10 children with a teacher and assistant. Lunchtime is included in the morning classes. For the 2015-2016 School Year, classes start at 9:00 am and end at either 12:20 pm or 3:00 pm. Additional programs: Early Birds - Families can drop off their child starting at 8:15 am on the days when the child is enrolled in regular classes. Two-year-old children may participate when they have adjusted to their morning class. Please see website for prices and details. Afternoon Adventures - Afternoon Adventures is an enrichment program which extends a child’s day until 3 pm two, three or five days a week. Children will explore many topics through literature, science, and art.Music and Movement - We provide additional enrichment with a music and movement component that is conducted by a specialist who comes into each classroom. The teacher engages the students in expanded activities that enhance the regular classroom routines.Summer Camp - Optional six-week camp meets two, three or five days per week and is available mid-June through July.

Source: Verified school update