CDL Enrollment Resources

• Child Enrollment Application
• Application Cover Letter
• Fee Schedule

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the values of the CDL?
• What is the CDL, and who does it serve?
• Is the CDL licensed?
• What hours is the CDL open?
• What is the physical setup of the CDL?
• What will you see at the CDL?
• What ages does the CDL serve?
• What meals are served at the CDL?
• What resources are available through the CDL?

What are the values of the CDL?

Children are valued for their uniqueness and dignity, their wonder and curiosity, their perspectives and abilities.

Families are valued for their bonds and tradition, their abilities, their commitment to work, home, education and the community and their dreams for their children

Staff are valued for their vision, their delight in children, their ability to process, reflect and apply exemplary practices, their commitment to families and their ability to play.

The environment created is valued for its ability to develop and foster meaningful relationships, collaboration and participation, and inclusiveness.

What is the CDL, and who does it serve?

The CDL is designed to meet the developmental needs of all children, as a supplement to the child's family. Each child is allowed to express his/her own ideas and feelings through a well rounded curriculum, including activities in the areas of art, large and small motor development, language, literature, science, math, dramatic play, music and creative movement.

Because our program is designed to maximize individual development, our activities focus on the process of learning. The emphasis is on the experiences of the child rather than results. Days are filled with planned and spontaneous moments of learning. There is time for outdoor play, imaginative games, independent discovery and group time experiences.

Is the CDL licensed?

The CDL is licensed by The Department of Children and Family Services and has four classrooms, serving children from 6 weeks to 6 years old.

Is the CDL accredited?

The CDL has voluntarily undergone a comprehensive process of internal self-study, invited extended professional review to unify compliance with the Criteria for High-Quality Early Childhood Programs, and been founds to be in substantial compliance.

What hours is the CDL open?

Daytime Hours
Monday through Friday
7:30 am - 5:00 pm

What is the physical setup of the CDL?

Central reception area
Observation area
Classrooms

What will you see at the CDL?

Two mixed age group infant/toddler rooms, ages 6 weeks to 35 months
Two mixed age full-time group preschool room, ages 3 to 6 years
Low teacher to child ratio

Mixed Age Infant/Toddler Rooms
Each of the two classrooms has two teachers with a mixed age group of eight children, ages 6 weeks to 35 months. The teachers coordinate experiences to help each child develop physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually. These experiences are designed to supplement home experiences. Teachers work with parents to duplicate the child's home schedule with regards to nap times, feeding times and the introduction of solid foods.

Mixed Age Full-Time Preschool Room
Two teachers work with 13 children, ages 3 to 6 years, in each of the two classrooms. The preschoolers enjoy a learning center environment, offering a wide variety of choices. Activities are planned to challenge each child's development. They include: dramatic play, small and large motor experiences, science, math, literacy, music, block building, carpentry, art and computer usage. Children initiate their own experiences in the lab with the support and encouragement of their teachers and support staff. Special opportunities, such as creative movement and on/off campus excursions, are regular features of the CDL preschool program.

What ages does the CDL serve?

The CDL offers care for children of Heartland Community College students, faculty and staff, ages 6 weeks to 6 years.

What meals are served at the CDL?

A nutritious lunch and morning/afternoon snacks are served daily. Visit the CDL on-line daily menu page for more information on types of lunches served.

What resources are available through the CDL?

The Parent Support Specialist is provided by a CCAMPIS (Child Care Access Means Parents in School) grant. She provides many services for the parents such as providing a Child and Parent Resource Library and coordinating the ---

Parents as Teachers Program to help strengthen the relationship with the parents by helping them better understand their child.

• Personal Visits to share relevant information about the child's development or provide support for parenting or academic issues.
• Family Gathering to provide information on various topics such as literacy and to create social opportunities for sharing joys and concerns.
• Developmental Screenings using the Ages and Stages Questionnaire and also the Ages and Stages-Social/Emotional Questionnaire.
• Resource Network to share links for any support needed on the campus or in the community.