Waitlist is Open
for the 2027-28
School Year

Waitlist is Open
for the 2026-27
School Year

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Waitlist is Open
for the 2026-27
School Year

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Get an inside look at our classes, music program, and art program.
Learn about our play-based school, curriculum, school community, and more!

Tours are offered on Thursday mornings at 9:15 a.m.
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From Toddlers
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We are committed to developing a love for learning through play
that can lead to future academic success.

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From Toddlers
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From Toddlers
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Established in 1949,

Our students have been learning through play for over 75 years

The Early Childhood Center (ECC) is a NAEYC-accredited preschool serving children ages 18 months through Kindergarten in the heart of Coral Gables, Florida.

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Classes

We offer classes for five different age groups here at the Early Childhood Center.

Toddlers

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Twos

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Threes

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PreK

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Kindergarten

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Individualized Learning Plans

Every child grows at their own pace. Our goal is to provide a safe, loving, and fun environment that helps children build confidence, independence, and curiosity while they learn and play. We focus on:

  • Social and Emotional Development
  • Communication & Language
  • Physical Development
  • Thinking & Learning
  • Classroom Routines
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Special Areas and Enrichments

In addition to lessons from your child's classroom teachers, students will have opportunities to learn from other teachers' specialties throughout the day.

Art Adventures

We invite children to explore their creativity through process-based, literature-inspired art experiences that focus on discovery, experimentation, and self-expression because in art, the magic is in the making!

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Music and Movement

We engage children in singing, dancing, and imaginative play while exploring songs, characters, musical elements, and composers from Beethoven to Broadway.

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Spanish Storytelling

Children need to be taught skills that joyfully prepare them for reading, that’s why we read to them from the heart.

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After School Enrichments

Soccer, ballet, drama and more extend our learning through play model.

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Extended Care

We offer time before and after class time for students to have more fun with friends.

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Hours

All classes are Monday - Friday. We’re open from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Morning Care
7:30 am - 8:45 am
Toddlers, Twos & Threes
8:45 am - 11:45 am
PreK
8:45 am - 1:00 pm
Kindergarten
8:45 am - 2:15 pm
Aftercare
Available until 4:00 pm
TESTIMONIALS

Parent Reviews

Karen

We couldn't be happier with our experience at ECC. The foundation of their program is a play-based curriculum that encourages our child learning through genuine curiosity, hands-on discovery, and joyful exploration. This commitment to educational excellence is validated by their NAEYC accreditation, providing confidence that the environment meets the highest standards for safety and development. A truly exceptional aspect is the warm community. Staff and families alike are incredibly friendly, nurturing, and supportive. Some of our closest friendships are rooted at ECC.

Natalia 

We’ve been part of the ECC family for three years, and it has been a truly wonderful experience. My daughter is always excited to go to school and can't wait to see her teachers and friends. The staff and educators genuinely care about each child and their unique needs, creating a nurturing and supportive environment. ECC has truly been a home away from home for our family, and we feel so lucky to be part of such a special community!

Gabrielle

I have two children in ECC and I’m absolutely obsessed! It’s the perfect blend of warmth and structure—sweet, playful, and thoughtfully organized. My kids have blossomed through play, friendships, and learning. The teachers are incredibly caring and communicate with parents better than most of my friends experience at other Miami schools. My children are picking up manners, Spanish, and how to be kind friends—on top of the ABCs and 123s. My PK4 child will head into kindergarten more than prepared. We couldn’t be happier!

Yoselyn

The ECC has been the most wonderful preschool experience for our family. The faculty is amazing, always greeting families with the warmest smiles, ready to listen, and making every child feel safe, seen, and loved. The toddler program was incredible, and we especially loved Ms. Maria’s class. My three daughters, ages two, three, and four, absolutely adore going to school, they can’t wait for the gates to open each day. The art, music, and Spanish programs are top-notch, with Ms. Shea, Ms. Laura, and Ms. Omi making every lesson fun and engaging. Each time one of my daughters graduates to the next school, I feel a true sadness leaving behind a place that feels like home. We are so grateful for ECC and couldn’t ask for a more loving and joyful preschool.

Nicole

I can't express how grateful I am for ECC. Their community is wonderful and truly feels like an extension of our family. All the teachers and staff know each child by name and invest wholeheartedly in their growth and well-being, creating such a nurturing environment. I cherish how the children learn through play, allowing them to explore, create, and build friendships in such a joyful way. It warms my heart to see my daughter thriving in a place where she feels loved. 

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2026-27 Applications Now Open

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Thank you for your interest in joining the waiting list. Once your application is accepted, you will receive an email to log in to your Procare account to pay the $100 waitlist fee. Your child’s name is added to the waitlist once the fee is paid.

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