We offer age-appropriate programs designed to meet the unique needs of each stage of early childhood:
Infant Program: Ages 6 weeks – 12 months
Toddler Program: Ages 1 year – 24 months
Pre-School: Ages 2 years – 5 years
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday
7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Flexible, Affordable Childcare for Student-Parents
The Children’s Center understands the importance of reliable childcare in helping student-parents succeed. Our services allow parents to attend classes, labs, workshops, meetings, internships, work-study assignments, campus activities, and employment responsibilities with peace of mind. Parents of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers can create childcare schedules that meet their individual needs. Our affordable tuition makes the Center a practical and valuable option for student-parents, faculty, and staff.
Tuition Assistance Available
Funding is available for eligible students and may cover a portion — or even the full cost — of childcare tuition. To learn more, please speak with our Parent and Family Coordinator.
Eligibility
As long as you are an enrolled Hostos Community College student and a registered member of the HCC community, your child qualifies for our services.
Our Educational Philosophy
We believe every child is unique, with individual strengths and challenges. Our goal is to support each child through differentiated instruction and hands-on learning experiences. Our staff embraces diversity and implements a student-centered approach, meeting children where they are cognitively, developmentally, socially, and emotionally. We focus on active learning and maintain high expectations within a safe, nurturing, stimulating, and engaging environment that inspires children to grow and thrive.
Curriculum
The HCC Children’s Center utilizes The Creative Curriculum® for Infants, Toddlers, Twos, and Preschoolers. This research-based curriculum encourages children to become independent, confident, and enthusiastic learners by actively exploring their environment. Through in-depth studies built around engaging themes, children develop strong foundations in:
- Math
- Science
- Literacy
- Social Studies
- Art
- Technology
Students are introduced to diverse cultures, languages, family structures, abilities, and religions, fostering empathy, understanding, and respect for differences. The Creative Curriculum supports teachers in promoting overall development, strengthening social skills, encouraging learning through play, creating rich classroom environments, and building strong home–school partnerships.