MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER is a Title I public prekindergarten school that is part of the GALVESTON ISD school district, located in GALVESTON, TX with about 154 students. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (MECC), located in Galveston, Texas, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Galveston Independent School District (GISD). The center is dedicated exclusively to the needs of the district’s youngest learners, typically serving children in pre-kindergarten programs. By focusing on this critical developmental stage, the school aims to provide a strong educational foundation that prepares students for the transition into elementary school, emphasizing early literacy, social-emotional development, and foundational academic skills.

The center is designed to create a nurturing, age-appropriate environment that fosters curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. Through its partnership with GISD, MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER utilizes structured curricula and professional staff to ensure that students receive high-quality instruction in a supportive setting. For families seeking more information on enrollment, specific programs, or the center's philosophy, the official district website at [www.gisd.org](http://www.gisd.org) serves as the primary resource for updates and administrative details.

For more information, contact MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER at (409) 761-0069 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.