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Early Childhood Education Center

 

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Welcome to our Early Childhood Education Center! We are excited to partner with you in nurturing your child’s spiritual, emotional, and academic growth. Our mission is to create a warm, loving, and safe environment where children can learn and grow while being introduced to the love of Jesus Christ. Through play, exploration, and guided learning, we aim to build a strong foundation that supports each child's unique abilities and potential.

We strive to integrate Christian principles into every aspect of the day. From Bible stories to songs, your child will be immersed in Christian values that help them grow in faith and character. We emphasize love, respect, and building a strong moral foundation that will guide them throughout life.

Our curriculum is The Creative Curriculum. This is a play-based curriculum since children learn best through play. We  understand the importance of social and emotional growth. Through group activities and guided interactions, children learn how to share, collaborate, and express their feelings in healthy ways.

We believe in the importance of developing the whole child, which is why we also provide opportunities for physical growth and development through outdoor play and fun activities that enhance motor skills. Our teachers, who are dedicated and caring, are here to support your child's journey and ensure they feel loved, encouraged, and confident.

We value open communication with families and are committed to partnering with you in your child’s spiritual and educational development. Thank you for choosing our Christian preschool – we are thrilled to walk alongside you as your child begins this exciting journey of discovery and faith.

Join our Early Childhood PTL! 

Contact: eceptl@elcsmail.org

 

Programs Offered

Infant Care: Five Extended Days Only (7:30 am - 5:30 pm)

Toddler Care: Two, Three or Five Extended Days Only (7:30 am - 5:30 pm) 

Two Year Olds-Five Year Olds:

Full Day (8:30 am - 3:30 pm)

Extended Day (7:30 am - 5:30 pm)

*Contact Nicole Loria, Director of ECE, for 2 or 3 day options. (Does not apply to infant care.)

We accept vouchers for childcare.

 

Admission Process

 1. Create an online application.

2. Schedule a tour of our program.

3. Complete our online enrollment packet once an offer has been made.

 

Required ECE Forms

Forms are pdf fillable. Please fill out and save to your computer. You may then email the forms to nloria@elcsmail.org or bring the forms to campus.

 

Discipline & Behavior Policy

Food Program Eligibility Application

Food Program Enrollment Form

Early Childhood NC Laws & Rules

Shaken Baby Syndrome

Infant and Child Safe Sleep Policy

Medical Form

 

 

2025-2026 School Year

Enrollment for new students is rolling enrollment provided space is available.

Our 25-26 year will begin August 12, 2025. During June and July, we will provide one week of vacation (tuition-free.)  We ask that you let us know two (2) weeks in advance which week your child will be on vacation.

25-26 Tuition and Fees Schedule

25-26 Tuition and Fees Policy

25-26 ECE Calendar

25-26 ECE Parent Handbook


Supply Lists

Younger Infants Supply List

Young Infants Amazon Wish List

Older Infants Supply List

Toddler 1 Supply List

Toddler 1 Amazon Wish List

Toddler 2 Supply List

PS2 Supply List

PS2 Amazon Wish List

PS2/3 Supply List

PS3 Supply List

PS3/4 Supply List

PK1 Supply List

PK1 Amazon Wish List

PK2 Supply List

 

 

 

 

Early Childhood Education Staff

Nicole-Loria Emmanuel Lutheran School - Asheville Christian School - PreschoolNicole Loria
Director

Carolyn MashburnCarolyn Mashburn
ECE Secretary

Madison PeachMadison Peach
PK 1

Faith NoellFaith Noell
PK 2

Robin RutherfordRobin Rutherford
PS3/4

Mallory SwaneyMallory Swaney
PS3

 

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 Vernoica Milner

PS2

 

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Madison McDonald

Toddler 2

Lindsey SmathersLindsey Smathers
Toddler 1

Becky SwatzellBecky Swatzell
Older Infants

Neesie CastilloNeesie Castillo
Younger Infants

Heather MeulenbergHeather Meulenberg
ECE Music and PE

 
 

Kristen WarrenKristen Warren
Kitchen

 

 

 

Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistants:
PK1: Cleo Green
PK2 - Crystal McCormick
PS3/4- DeAsia Little
PS3 - Jasmine Riddle
PS2- CC Credle
Toddler 1 - Mikayla Gulbrand
Toddler 2 - Ivy Robles
Older Infants - Hydeia Beck
Younger Infants - Rachel Bishop
Floaters: Felesia Norton
Kitchen: Mikaela Bennett