Early childhood center admissions

The ECC is located adjacent to the Wissahickon Inn on SCH Academy's campus—just off of 501 W. Springfield Avenue.

For those who are familiar with the SCH campus, the Center is located within the Jordan Building (previously home of the Lower School Boys). The Center has a playground with ample space for the children to play and explore the natural world.

Willows: Ages 18 months to 23 months

Laurels: Ages 2 to 3 years

Chestnuts: Ages 3 to 4 years

18 - 23 months
1:4 (one teacher to four children)

2 - 3 years
1:5  (one teacher to five children)

3 - 4 years
1:7 (one teacher to seven children)

No, but children may be picked up whenever you like. 

Typical day includes drop-off between 7:30 & 9:00 am and pick-up at 3:00 pm. After care hours are 3:00 to 6:00 pm. (See above for more detail.)

Yes, there is a nurse on staff from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm for all SCH and ECC students. All ECC teachers are trained with CPR/First Aid certifications.

We will assist with potty training if a child shows interest and indication that they are ready. Parents will be communicated with closely if there are any indicators suggesting that the child is ready.

Unfortunately, no. Financial aid and sibling discounts are not offered for ECC students at this time.

For questions regarding pre-k to 12th grade financial aid, please contact Murielle Telemaque, SCH Financial Aid Manager, 215-261-6965 or mtelemaque@sch.org.

Yes! SCH will waive the Lower School application fee and will offer an early admissions opportunity for ECC families.

For more information about Lower School Admissions, please contact our Admissions team 215-247-7007 or email admissions@sch.org.

Early Childhood Center staff must have all the documentation listed below as a condition of employment. This is a compliance requirement for the State of Pennsylvania Office of Childhood Development and Early Learning.

For all employees:
1. A current resume
2. Two written letters of reference that specifically recommend you for work in child care
3. Official college transcripts
4. Copy of diploma (highest earned)
5. PA Child Abuse History Clearance through the Department of Human Services *
6. FBI Fingerprinting Clearance through the Department of Human Services*
7. Criminal Record check less than 60 months old under "Employment" Education*
8. If an employee has resided outside of PA within the previous five years, they must obtain the following clearances from that state:
     a. A state criminal history check;
     b. State sex offender registry check; and
     c. State child abuse and neglect registry check.
9. National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) verification
10. Certificate of Completion of Mandated Reporter Training
11. Childcare Employee Data Sheet
12. Child Care Employment Verification Form
13. Childcare Staff Health Assessment, including TB testing
14. Signed Disclosure Statement
15. Certificate of completion of Pediatric CPR and First Aid

For Lead Teachers and Substitute Teachers:
1. Cert of completion of Health & Safety Basics
*SCH will accept copies of clearances as long as they were processed

SCH Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Equal Opportunity Provider.