How do I enroll my child / register for LVCC programs?

To enroll your child in one of LVCC’s high quality early learning centers, please contact the center director at the location in which you wish to enroll. If you don’t know which location is right for you, visit the “Centers” section of our website or call 610-820-5333.

Do you accept Child Care Works (Title XX or Title 20) subsidies?

Lehigh Valley Children’s Centers (LVCC) is happy to accept Pennsylvania Child Care Works (Title XX or Title 20) subsidies. You can find out more about how to apply for a subsidy by visiting our Child Care Works page. NOTE: You must contact the Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) office in your county to apply for a subsidy.

How do I apply for an LVCC Scholarship?

To apply for an LVCC Scholarship, you should speak with your center director or the center director of the location in which you wish to enroll your child. Once you fill out the paperwork, your application will be sent to the Scholarship Committee. You will receive notification of the committee’s decision within a week. Please note that even if the application is approved, you may be placed on a waiting list. Visit our Child Care Works page for more information and eligibility requirements.

What is your student/teacher ratio?

LVCC centers are licensed by the Department of Human Services. We follow their recommended student/teacher ratios which take into account a child’s level of independence:
  Infant Classroom = 4 : 1 
  Young Toddler Classroom = 5 : 1
  Older Toddler Classroom = 6 : 1
  Preschool Classroom = 10 : 1
  School-Age Classroom = 12 : 1

What are your prices?

LVCC programs offer flexible scheduling to meet the needs of working parents. We have full-time, part-time, daily and hourly drop-in rates. For availability and pricing information, please call the center director at the location in which you wish to enroll.  

What are the qualifications of your teaching staff?

The LVCC teaching staff is highly qualified. All head teachers must have either a Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field. Assistant teachers possess at least nine credit hours in ECE or a related field.

All Pre-K Counts head teachers possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and a PA State Teaching Certification and assistant teachers hold an Associate’s Degree in ECE or a related field. 

In addition, all teachers are required to have at least 2,500 hours of experience working with children before beginning their employment with LVCC.

All LVCC staff members must complete PA Criminal, FBI, Sex Offender, and Child Abuse background checks before beginning employment.

Do you provide meals and/or snacks?

LVCC provides a well-balanced, nutritional breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack daily. Children are encouraged to try a wide variety of foods, including whole-grain breads, vegetables and fruits. Monthly menus are posted in each classroom and are available on our website. 

Do you provide transportation?

You are responsible for transporting your child to and from your home to your child’s center.

Some LVCC centers may provide transportation to and from your child’s school. Visit our location pages for more information or type the name of your child’s school into the search box at the top of the page. 

How do I apply for Pre-K Counts?

Visit our Pre-K Counts page for more information on eligibility requirements and how to apply for Pre-K Counts. You can email us or call 610-820-5333 for more information.

How do I apply for a job at LVCC?

Want to join our team? Visit LVCC’s Employment Opportunities page for more information.