Philosophy          

        At Bethel Learning Center we are dedicated to the development of  the whole child.  We are committed to meet the individual needs of each child so that he or she can feel significant and successful.  Purposeful play, for the young child, is the most dynamic way of learning.  It enhances problem solving, language development, literacy skills, creative thinking, awareness of feelings, consideration for others, and decision making.  Through play, children learn and grow in their own uniqueness.  (See page 4 of the BLC handbook for our full philosophy statement.)

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     Bethel Learning Center is part of the Bethel United Church of Christ.  Although no specific religious principles are taught as part of our curriculum, Christian morals and values are modeled and a part of our every day lives.  Each class at BLC begins snack and/or lunch with a prayer.  Additionally, religious and/or cultural holidays may be acknowledged in your child's classroom. 

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     Bethel Learning Center admits students of any religion, race, sex, color, national and ethnic origin to the program and guarantees the rights, privileges, and activities generally accorded or made available to the students at BLC.