ZU Early Childhood Learning Center
It is the philosophy of the Zayed University Early Childhood Learning Center (ECLC) that children be encouraged to learn and grow by providing a foundation of child-centered experiences within a safe, positive and healthy environment.
The ECLC provides:
- early learning experiences for children and their families
- learning experiences for ZU students in a best practice setting
- opportunities for research
- community outreach, networking and resource sharing opportunities for the early childhood sector in the UAE and the region
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