EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR.

EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the WENTZVILLE R-IV school district, located in O'FALLON, MO with about 415 students. With about 29 teachers, EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Center** (ECC), located at 2025 Hanley Road in O’Fallon, Missouri, is a specialized educational facility operated by the Fort Zumwalt School District. The center is dedicated to serving the district's youngest learners, focusing on providing a developmentally appropriate foundation before they transition to elementary school. By prioritizing early intervention and social-emotional growth, the school aims to prepare children for long-term academic success in a nurturing, age-appropriate environment.

The center offers a variety of programming, including programs for students with disabilities and general education peer-model opportunities. The curriculum is designed to foster essential skills such as literacy, numeracy, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication through play-based and structured classroom activities. With a staff of certified early childhood educators and specialists, the ECC provides a supportive setting where children can develop at their own pace, ensuring a strong start to their educational journey within the Fort Zumwalt community.

For more information, contact EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. at (636) 561-5757 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.