Early Childhood Education Program

Removing hurdles from our students’ success

MLC embraces a holistic approach to removing hurdles to our adult students’ success, and providing free, high-quality childcare and preschool is a cornerstone of our proven wraparound support system. Our student mothers are best able to focus on their own education when they know their children are being cared for, learning and playing in the nurturing environment of our Early Childhood Education Program.

Free, high-quality infant, toddler and preschool programming

Children who attend the ECEP receive support starting at 3 months of age through four years, in our compassionate and stimulating learning environments that are critical for kindergarten readiness in English-dominant programs. Mercy Learning Center’s continuum of free infant care, toddler care, and preschool programming of the highest quality distinguishes it from other childcare organizations in Greater Bridgeport.

Bright & inviting spaces in the same building as their mothers

Children attend the Early Childhood Education Program in beautiful, clean, and colorful spaces, within the very same building where their mothers attend their own classes. Here, our student mothers also have access to a food and diaper pantry, caseworker support, emergency financial assistance, citizenship preparation, referrals for legal and medical services, and more. With basic needs met, our adult students can prioritize their own education.

Our Support Services and Early Childhood Education Program are available only for women who are currently enrolled at Mercy Learning Center.

Testimonials

From Our Students & Volunteers

Mercy Learning Center is the best place to learn!!! I’m a single mother and I got the opportunity to learn English. They provided me a lot of help since I was alone with my son.

Eva

Former MLC student

The most important thing I learned at Mercy Learning Center was how to ask for help when I need it.

Maria

Former MLC student

It’s never too late to start with your dreams.

Sonia

Former MLC student, recent HS graduate

The childcare at Mercy Learning Center gives me the opportunity to study and be confident that my baby is safe while he is learning too!

Ana

MLC student

This is a school of opportunity for women to learn English, computers & many other life skills. I am happy & feel blessed to study at Mercy Learning Center. It is my favorite place.

Sandra

MLC student

One day I want to help others the same way you have helped me to become a better person, scholar, and citizen.

Olivia

MLC student

Thanks to Mercy Learning Center, my education has gone above and beyond anything I could have imagined.

Michelle

MLC student

I started attending English class at Mercy Learning Center, which was the best thing that had happened in my life

Clarisa

MLC student

Everyday I feel more confident speaking English and now I can help my kids with their school homework.

Victoria

MLC student

Mercy has helped me trust myself more and to know that anything I put effort into is possible. I am very proud of myself and my family as well.

Daysie

MLC student

Getting my high school diploma means there are many doors that are going to be open for me in the future.

Genesis

MLC student

The most important thing I learned at Mercy Learning Center is to be confident and trust that I can do It.

Maritza

MLC student

At Mercy Learning Center, I learned different things that are going to help me in my future as a student and also in my daily life.

Amy

MLC student

I have wonderful classmates and the best teacher, who helps me to understand math without worries.

Virginia

MLC graduate

This school helps many women for different things. I always recommend this school when I speak with other women.

Gabriela

MLC student

Every time I walk through the doors of Mercy Learning Center, my heart lifts.

John

Volunteer Tutor

Finally, I found a place where I can make a difference.

Erica

Volunteer Tutor

I am doing something significant and I am a better person because of my association with these incredible women.

Susan

Volunteer Tutor

It is a gift to know that I have helped these women achieve such successes and that this is only the beginning for them.

Anne

Volunteer Tutor

Contact us to learn more!

If you are interested in attending classes at Mercy Learning Center, call us to set up an appointment to register. Our programs are free of charge and available to women ages 17 and older who do not have a United States high school diploma.