The Child Educational Center is an innovative, nationally-accredited early care and education organization with a pioneering focus on progressive education and outdoor learning.  The CEC’s programs have served as a leader in early childhood education since 1979, and emphasize a commitment to nurturing children’s physical and psychological well-being.  Anchored by the campus in La Canada, CA, which serves as a model outdoor classroom site, the CEC fulfills its mission through its 

- Children's Programs and its holistic, research-based approach to early learning,
- Professional Development services and seminars for educators,
- Consulting services and nature-based initiatives, including the renowned Outdoor Classroom Project, 
- Field-building qualitative research.  

The CEC’s infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age programs support the development of nearly 900 children daily at seven sites in La Canada and Pasadena. The Child Educational Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an affiliate of Caltech and JPL.

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