UToledo Early Learning Center
The University of Toledo Early Learning Center (ELC) offers the highest quality early education and care to children and families of UToledo students, faculty, staff, and the broader Toledo community. Our dedicated team is committed to creating a supportive, stimulating, and holistic environment that nurtures each child’s growth and development.
We provide year-round care for children from infancy through preschool, based on classroom availability. Additionally, we welcome school-age children during the summer months for Camp Rockets.
As an active and integral part of the university community, the ELC supports UToledo’s academic mission by offering valuable learning opportunities for students and faculty. These may include research, class projects, observations, and field placements. Through our commitment to excellence, we strive to serve as the benchmark for early childhood education in the region.
STEP UP TO QUALITY - GOLD RATING!
The Early Learning Center has a GOLD Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) rating from the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. SUTQ recognizes and promotes learning and development programs that meet quality program standards that exceed child care licensing health and safety regulations. This rating distinguishes our program as going above and beyond to provide a safe, quality experience for our students and families.
Step Up To Quality program standards are based on national research identifying standards which lead to improved outcomes for children. Learn more about Ohio's Step Up To Quality Standards.
For pricing information, please email EarlyLearnCTR@UToledo.edu. Funding Sources Accepted: Private Tuition, ODJFS Publicly Funded Child Care (must qualify).
The Early Learning Center's hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 6:30am-6:00pm. To learn about dates the ELC is closed, please refer to our holiday and weather closures.