Fruitport Early Childhood Center 3113 East Pontaluna Road, Fruitport Charter Township, MI 49415

Fruitport Early Childhood Center, located at 3113 East Pontaluna Road in Fruitport Charter Township, Michigan, is a school that offers a variety of early childhood programs for families with young children. Our programs provide a safe and secure environment for children aged six weeks to five years old, as well as before/after school care for elementary children and a Summer Fun Camp for elementary school attendees. We also offer tuition preschool programs for three and four-year-olds, including Child's World, Head Start, and Great Start Readiness programs.

Our dedicated staff focuses on each child's individual development, providing well-planned environments that support health, safety, and learning through play. The Great Start Readiness Program and Head Start Preschool are state-funded programs that aim to prepare children for successful entry into kindergarten through developmentally appropriate practices.

For families interested in the Head Start program, eligibility is based on income requirements, with priority given to families in the Fruitport Community Schools or Mona Shores Public School Districts. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by December 1 of the current school year, with priority given to those with birthdays on or before September 1.

The Early Childhood Center operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm, with care available on snow days, school breaks, and during the summer. Meals are provided for children in the programs, and transportation is not provided.

Summer Fun Camp offers weekly field trips, STEM activities, literacy activities, arts & crafts, and experienced staff to help bridge the summer learning gap for elementary children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Authorization for medications forms are required for all programs.

Overall, Fruitport Early Childhood Center is committed to providing quality care, growth, and learning opportunities for young children in a nurturing and supportive environment.