Childcare Ministries.
Nurturing Young Minds and Families.
Edna Martin Christian Center’s Childcare Ministries provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children while supporting working families in the community. Our programs focus on early learning, social-emotional growth, and positive character development, helping children build a strong foundation for success in school and life. Through engaging activities, structured curriculum, and caring staff, we ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Preschool Program
Our youth programs serve children from 6 weeks to 5 years old in a faith-based environment focused on kindergarten readiness, Bible study, and daily devotion. Nutritious meals are provided throughout the day at no extra cost to families.
We have two locations to best serve our community: our East 25th Street facility (2605 E. 25th St.) cares for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years, while our new Ralston Avenue facility (2259 Ralston Ave.) serves children ages 3 to 5 years. Both locations are open Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Our programs aim to strengthen kindergarten readiness skills through an enriched learning environment, foster family involvement through engaging activities, and encourage each child’s creativity and growth. We are Paths-to-Quality Level-3 certified, offer affordable rates, and accept CCDF assistance.
CURRICULUM FOCUSES ON THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
- Identifying primary colors
- Identifying shapes
- Identifying numbers 1-20 with concepts (addition and subtraction)
- Counting to 100
- Identifying and writing letters A-Z and their sound
- Reading concepts and reading readiness
- Music, Art, Science, and Social Studies
- Social Skills
- Fine motor skills (penmanship, zipping, buttoning)
- Gross motor skills (throwing, catching)
- Work Habits (listening skills, following routines)
- Self-Reliance (potty training, dressing, brushing teeth)
- Practical skills (writing and saying name)
What is the Enrollment Process?
To enroll or learn more about our preschool program, please call (317) 637-3776. For additional information, you may also contact our Interim Director of Early Childhood Education, Halima Nalls, at (317) 637-3776 ext. 317 or hnalls@ednamartincc.org.
