Clinton Early Learning Center

Den, Hive, Nest and Burrow are the four classroom names at the Clinton Early Learning Center, and each one matches an age group: infants, toddlers, preschool and pre-K. It’s a play-based child care center in the village of Clinton for children from 3 months to 5 years old.

In partnership with the Clinton Central School District, the center also runs a school-age program with before and after school care for children ages 5 to 12 who attend Clinton Elementary School, plus vacation camps during scheduled school closures. Teachers set up spaces with invitations to play that spark curiosity and joy.

What to Know

• Care covers ages 3 months to 5 years in four classrooms: Den, Hive, Nest and Burrow.
• Before and after school care is available for Clinton Elementary students ages 5 to 12.
• Vacation camps run during scheduled school closures.
• The approach is play-based, with a focus on the whole child: social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth.
• The center says it welcomes all families and aims for an inclusive, caring environment.