Child Care and Development Center
Child Care and Development Center
The Kean University Child Care and Development Center (KUCCDC) is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), having met Early Childhood Program Standards. In conjunction with the Early Childhood and Family Studies Program within the School of Curriculum and Teaching and the College of Education, the Kean University Child Care and Development Center (KUCCDC) demonstrates best early childhood practice inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to education. This dynamic approach to emergent curriculum offers many opportunities for children to become engaged in meaningful literacy, math, science and social studies activities, using the children’s interests as a springboard for developing studies and investigations. Children ages two and a half to five may attend while their parents attend classes or are employed on campus for a monthly flat rate which is based on their university affiliation and have the option to determine how many days of service they would like to utilize.
Today, the program is also open to the public and enrolls children from neighboring communities. It is recommended that children enrolled in the center attend a minimum of three days a week for consistency and to achieve the maximum benefits from a preschool program. Drop-in hours are not available. The Center is open Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.; extended hours are available for an additional fee. Summer hours are determined in the spring of each year.
Evening Care is offered Monday through Thursday, during fall and spring semesters, only, from 4:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. for children three to twelve years of age. Homework assistance, creative arts, game and reading time is provided. Further information and tuition rates may be obtained by calling the Center at (908)-737-6140 or by email at kuccc@kean.edu
The Center is located in the Technology Building. Students, from various disciplines of the University, may observe young children’s growth, development and learning as part of their academic coursework. In addition, graduate students may apply for an assistantship position at the KUCCDC through the College of Health Professions and Human Services. Employment opportunities are also open to undergraduate students who have a passion for working with young children. Work study opportunities are also available through the Financial Aid Office.