EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUC. CTR.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUC. CTR. is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the CENTER 58 school district, located in KANSAS CITY, MO with about 162 students. With about 9 teachers, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUC. CTR. has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC), located at 8817 Wornall Road in Kansas City, is a specialized facility serving as part of the Center School District. It focuses exclusively on the foundational years of development, providing targeted programming designed to prepare young children for success in their transition to elementary school. The center emphasizes age-appropriate learning, social-emotional development, and early literacy, creating a supportive environment that caters to the unique needs of preschool-aged students within the district.

By concentrating on early childhood instruction, the ECEC plays a critical role in closing achievement gaps before students reach kindergarten. The school integrates structured play with essential academic readiness skills, ensuring that students develop the confidence and foundational knowledge required for long-term educational growth. For more information on their specific curriculum, enrollment procedures, and mission, you can visit their official page within the Center School District website at [center.k12.mo.us](http://center.k12.mo.us).

For more information, contact EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUC. CTR. at (816) 349-3700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.