Child Enrichment Center

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ABOUT THE CHILD ENRICHMENT CENTER

Long's Chapel Child Enrichment Center is a ministry of Long's Chapel that seeks to reflect the highest Christian values and the best of care for children. The CEC began in 1965, and in the first year enrolled 35 children into the church-operated weekly kindergarten program. Now, Long's Chapel CEC enrolls over 100 children throughout the year. The CEC has a strong history of embodying the mission of introducing an age-appropriate curriculum while nurturing the development of faith.

What People Are Saying

“We love Long’s Chapel CEC because of the warm, caring, and compassionate environment that each classroom holds. We are greeted by welcoming, bright, and happy faces from teachers and staff each morning when we arrive which makes our boys feel valued, loved, and cared for. Our boys love their teachers b because of the engaging activities and consistency that is provided daily. We can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience with Long’s Chapel!”

— Whitney

“The time our son has been at the CEC has been such a blessing. Each day we are greeted with a smile and facility members go out of their way to make Jack feel welcome and to make sure he’s well taken care of for all of his needs. We couldn’t be happier to be a part of the Long’s Chapel CEC family!”

— Nicole

 FAQs

  • Full-time care - For children ages birth - 5 years old from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm (part-time care is not offered).

    NC PreK Program - The NC PreK Program is designed to provide high-quality educational experiences to enhance school readiness for eligible four-year-old children. The NC PreK Program requirements are built on the National Education Goals Panel’s premise that to be successful academically in school, children need to be prepared in all five of the developmental domains that are critical to children’s overall well-being and success in reading and math as they enter school. For your child to qualify, he/she must have turned four on or before August 31 of the program year. NC PreK students will attend the CEC from 8:00 am-3:00 pm daily, with additional care options available from 3:00-5:30 pm if needed.

    Summer - Long’s Chapel Child Enrichment Center is a year long program but in our NC PreK classroom after graduation there is an option for your child to continue attending during the summer months, this is no longer NC PreK so the tuition rate is $785.00 monthly.

  • Long’s Chapel Child Enrichment Center uses Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies in our NC PreK classroom. We want to offer the children in our care a well-rounded education, full of opportunities and a variety of learning experiences. Based on the theory that children learn through play, we have classroom schedules that encourage active involvement, and routines that support and encourage active participation. Our classroom schedules are designed to offer a balance of structure and free choice play throughout the day.

    Creative Curriculum builds children’s confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills through hands-on, project-based investigations.

    In a caring and positive environment, we create a warm and happy place for children to develop and learn. As we bridge the gap from home and school, we guide children to a positive self-image while building social skills in an age appropriate, developmental setting.

  • Soccer Shots - Teaches children good sportsmanship, basic soccer skills, teamwork, healthy exercise habits, and fun. All payment and information are regulated by Soccer Shots.

    Creative Dance - This program is a developmentally-appropriate activity for children ages 3-5 years old. The program involves ballet, jazz, and tumbling. Creative Dancers will perform at a special recital at the end of the school year. All payments and information is regulated by Traci Wilke.

    Chapel - Once a week we gather as a School for Chapel. Together we sing songs, have a lesson and enjoy fellowship.

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Indoor children's play area with colorful carpet, animal-shaped ride-on toys including a lion, turtle, turtle with a shell, and a flower-shaped ride-on toy, a blue slide, and a play structure with a netted climbing area in the background.
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Contact the Child Enrichment Center

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Jennifer.Knox@LongsChapel.com

(828)-452-7574

133 Old Clyde Road
Waynesville, NC 28785