Company Description

Established in 1978, Durango Early Learning Center was originally a grade school. However, as the needs of the community changed over the years, so did the role of the school. Currently, DELC offers toddler and preschool provision for 70 children in La Plata County.

DELC is a nonsectarian, nonprofit center that works in partnership with the Department of Human Services and the Colorado Preschool and Kindergarten Program.

The building itself is an older structure that was originally a family house. Today, the various rooms have been converted into classrooms, creating an environment that utilizes both inside and outside space to reflect the area's natural resources. The outside space includes a sensory garden, vegetable beds and landscaping that incorporates local items. In addition, the children have created stepping stones and sculptures throughout the garden area.

The school welcomes and utlizes the skills and advice of parents and community members to create an environment appreciated and enjoyed by all. The children are exposed to everything from dramatists and musicians to environmentalists, artists and story tellers. All help to enrich DELC's already vibrant curriculum. The school also works to the strengths of its individual teachers, with each bringing his or her own passion and enthusiasm.

Products & Services

Stepping Stones ,   Nonprofit ,   Partnership with Department of Human Services ,   Dramatists ,   Nonsectarian ,   Vegetable beds ,   Landscaping incorporating local items ,   Musicians ,   Sculptures ,   Partnership with Colorado Preschool and Kindergarten Program ,   Sensory garden ,   Preschool provision ,   Toddler provision ,   Storytellers ,   Artists ,   Environmentalists