Best Friends, Big Feelings, and a Place Where Belonging Comes First
Some of the most important learning that happens at the Elaine Clark Center doesn’t happen at a desk.
It happens on the playground.
In shared laughter.
In quiet moments side by side.
In friendships that feel safe, joyful, and real.
The photo you see here captures one of those moments — two best friends simply being together. No prompting. No perfection. Just connection.
And that’s something we see every day at ECC.
Friendship Is a Skill — and We Teach It Gently
For our students, building friendships isn’t always easy. Social connection can take time, patience, and support. At the Elaine Clark Center, we intentionally create an environment where relationships can grow at each child’s pace.
Friendships here are nurtured through:
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Small class sizes and low student-teacher ratios
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Consistent routines that build trust
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Inclusive play and guided social interaction
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Adults who model kindness, empathy, and patience
Over time, something beautiful happens. Students begin to seek one another out. They learn how to share space, express emotions, and enjoy being part of a community.
Moments like this photo aren’t staged — they’re earned.
More Than a School — A Community
At ECC, students don’t just attend school together. They grow up together.
They celebrate successes.
They comfort each other on hard days.
They learn that they belong — exactly as they are.
Friendships formed here often extend beyond the classroom, creating bonds that families cherish for years.
Now Accepting Applications
We are currently accepting applications for students at the Elaine Clark Center.
If you are looking for:
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A nurturing, inclusive learning environment
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A program that values emotional growth as much as academics
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A place where your child can build meaningful relationships
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A school that sees the whole child
We would love to talk with you.
Applications are now open, and our admissions team is happy to answer questions, schedule tours, and help families explore whether ECC is the right fit.
Because every child deserves a place where friendship feels possible — and belonging comes naturally.