The Exploration Station is where curiosity leads the way.
Through hands-on learning, purposeful play, and passionate educators, we empower children to play, learn, and grow. Equipped with the state-recommended High-Scope curriculum and caring leadership, the Exploration Station team is dedicated to seeing each child thrive.
Early Learning Programs
Preschool
The Exploration Station Early Learning Institute (ELI) is located at 802 Lincolnway West, South Bend, IN 46616 inside the Charles Martin Youth Center.
The Exploration Station Early Learning Institute (ELI) seeks to enhance the development of each child. The learning environment, activities, and daily schedule foster social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development through hands-on learning and play. Daily activities include music, art, literacy, outdoor play, science, and dramatic play. Children eat lunch and have a rest period daily.
Please call 574-340-3400 or email alesiaking86@gmail.com with any questions.
Some additional Preschool information:
- Open to children 3-5 years old
- Classes are Monday through Friday 8:30am-2:30pm
- State license
- High Scope Curriculum
- Certified teacher
- Strong parent program
- Field trip
- Small classroom size/ratio
“Thank you for creating such a fun and educational environment for our kids; we really appreciate it. Thank you for all your hard work and for everything that you do!” Preschool Parent
Sign-Up Information
We are now accepting Applications for 3-5 year olds.
Our hours will be Monday through Friday, Apply here.
Priority enrollment is reserved for: 1. Families attending Ark Angels Family Development Classes; 2. Families using State vouchers for child care. 3. Children enrolled in On My Way PreK.
For more information contact Alesia King by email at alesiaking86@gmail.com or call 574-340-3400
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