Voces “La Escuelita”

Intercultural -Bilingual Early

Childhood Education Center

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 About us

Voces La Escuelita is an intercultural bilingual early education center where children are encouraged to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We believe that it is essential that children's home culture is valued, nurtured and respected.

Our preschool center program reflects our commitment to the child’s growing physical, cognitive, social-emotional and linguistic needs while supporting their self and cultural identities for the whole child's development. We work with families to help them better navigate the educational system while continuing to appreciate and nurture the cultural identities of our families.

Our curriculum is through Highscope. Assessment through Cor. Social Emotional screeners are ASQ-SE, ASQ. Our overall Center Assessment is through PQA.

To Apply

Location : 520 West Michigan, Battle Creek, Michigan 49037

Daycare Hours : Monday to Friday 6:30 am - 5:00 pm,

GSRP (Great Start Readiness Program) Hours : Monday to Thursday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

How can you support us?

You can support us by making a donation—every gift helps La Escuelita give young children a strong, loving start to their learning journey!

Donate here
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