WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the HAZELWOOD school district, located in HAZELWOOD, MO with about 125 students. With about 9 teachers, WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER, located on Ville Maria Lane in Hazelwood, Missouri, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Hazelwood School District. The center is dedicated to the foundational development of the district's youngest learners, providing structured early childhood education programs designed to prepare children for the transition into elementary school. By focusing on developmentally appropriate practices, the school aims to foster both academic readiness and essential social-emotional skills in a supportive, age-appropriate environment.

The facility functions as a hub for early intervention and preschool services, often catering to a diverse student body with varying educational needs. Through a combination of play-based learning and guided instruction, WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER emphasizes the importance of early literacy, numeracy, and cognitive growth. By providing this critical early foundation, the school plays a vital role in supporting families within the Hazelwood community and ensuring that students enter the K-12 system with the necessary tools for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER at (314) 953-7650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.