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Young Children's Program

The Young Children's Program is an early learning program operated by the James Madison University College of Education. Its curriculum, environment, and organization are based on professional standards and research related to the learning and development of young children. The program operates daily with a morning session for three-year-olds and an afternoon session for four-year-olds. Each class is led by a master teacher and a support staff of students.

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children and their families, the Young Children's Program serves as a laboratory site for JMU teacher education students. They provide assistance to the teachers and individual attention in ways that are positive and supportive to children. The YCP also serves as a setting for professional observation and research within the University community.

The YCP is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and licensed as a child care facility by the Virginia Department of Social Services.

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