Joliet Early Learning Center
empowering new growth
Joliet Early Learning Center provides high quality, affordable early childhood education programs for children from infancy through school age. This new center, made possible by a grant awarded by the State of Illinois, is one of six One Hope United early childhood education programs in the Chicago metropolitan area offering a safe and nurturing learning environment for children. Each center utilizes a unique “learn by doing” approach that allows children to explore and understand the world around them. All One Hope United centers are staffed by early childhood professionals who are passionate about developing lifelong learners.
Personalized Learning
Our experienced staff work in 13 classrooms, serving children from infancy up to 12 years old. Our teachers utilize the Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum program and GOLD assessment tool to help each child’s developmental growth and encourage creative expression.
Our fully-renovated facility includes:
- 13 classrooms
- Large gross motor room for indoor play
- Staff and parent resource rooms
- Spacious area for center and community-wide meetings
Healthy Lifestyles
We incorporate a Healthy Lifestyles curriculum that emphasizes nutrition, exercise, and protecting the environment. All ages can get active in our outdoor play areas.
Summer Camp
We look forward to seeing your child this summer! To learn more about the Summer Camp program and to register, click here.
Programs Offered Here
Joliet Early Learning Center
overview
PROGRAMS
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
School Age
Summer Camp
TEACHER-TO-CHILD RATIOS
1:4 Infant
1:5 Toddler
1:8 Young Preschool
1:10 Preschool
1:20 School Age
SUMMER CAMP
Full-day summer camp program for school-age children 6-12 years old.
ACCREDITATIONS/ LICENSES
Council on Accreditation
DCFS
Illinois ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality
We work with the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) to provide premier child care services at a reduced rate. Contact us for more information.
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what parents are saying
“OHU Joliet is great. I love the atmosphere and teachers/director. I enjoy bringing my child here.”
“I’ve always been very happy with Joliet, they treat me and my children like family.”
Our Team
Bianca Zollicoffer
Co-Director/Instructional Lead
Joined 2025
I love watching the children grow and develop into their own little personalities. I also love being able to support the teachers and motivate them.
Address
500 Parks Ave
Joliet, IL 60432
Phone
815-722-4200
Business Hours
Weekdays - 7AM to 5PM