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Announcements
Our office will be closed on Monday, January 17th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day.
We will reopen with normal business hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm via telephone and online on Tuesday, January 18, 2022.
Remember, although our office is still closed to the public, our team members continue to provide assistance by phone and online during work hours. You may apply online 24/7 for our services at www.elcslc.org.
During our closure, if you have a childcare emergency and need to search for a Provider, visit www.myflfamilies.com. To report child abuse or neglect, call 1-800-96-ABUSE or call 211 for family emergency assistance.
Important Information about SR Parent Co-Payments
For SR Parents, from May 1, 2021 -- June 30, 2021, you will not be required to pay parent copayments during this time period.
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Is your child entering Kindergarten for 2021/2022 School Year?
The St. Lucie School District is currently accepting applications for Kindergarteners to enroll for the 2021/2022 School Year. For...
In-Person Visitors Suspended for ELC Building
Due to the COVID-19 virus, the Early Learning Coalition office building is closed to in-person visitors, but our team remains...
Breaking News for SR & VPK Parents!
Update on School Readiness & VPK Services for parents! During these trying times, we want you to know that we are here to help...
Hable Espanol?
Si está interesado en hablar con un especialista en recursos del cuidado del niño que hable Español, por favor llame al 772-595-6363 y pregunte por asistencia en Español.
Upcoming Events
LOOKING FOR QUALITY CHILDCARE?
Childcare Resource and Referral is available to assist all families seeking quality and affordable childcare option and local community resources. If you are interested in this free resource, please contact our Family Services Team at 772-595-6363. We are available M-F from 8 AM to 5 PM. FOR PROVIDERS: The ELC supports potential and current providers. We are available to offer information about starting a new childcare business and enhancing your program, and are also eager to assist providers with questions about the VPK and School Readiness Program, at 772-595-6363 or 772-595-6424.
Mission & Vision
The Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County is committed to providing a collaborative delivery system of quality child development programs and services to ensure our children become competent and productive individuals.
All of St. Lucie County’s children achieve educational success and become productive members of society.