Reba Early Learning Center is now open!

 High-Quality, Affordable Early Childhood Education at Reba Early Learning Center

We know early learning can be expensive. This is why at Reba Early Learning Center, we do our best to offer affordable options for all of our families. We aim to provide whatever opportunities we can to make our program affordable. 
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At Reba, we affiliate with Childcare Network of Evanston to identify potential financial support. . ​

Early Education for Your Two to Five-Year-Old

Why Choose Reba?

We know that our students’ early development is key to future success and that family and community play a central role in creating that success. We lead our children with a multi-cultural and anti-bias approach to learning.

Our Staff Makes All the Difference

At Reba, our exceptional staff of experienced and dedicated early-childhood professionals  work together to make this the best place for families seeking high-quality, whole-child, early education. 

A special message from our Executive Director

Dear Friends,

Covid-19 has significantly impacted all of us. Reba has reopened with revised CDC, DCFS, IL Dept. of Public health, and City of Evanston guidelines in place for the health and safety of children, families, and employees. Please take a look at our "Welcome Back" video.

We think we have something pretty special at Reba. Our program is designed with children and families in mind. From our vibrant and dynamic classrooms, to our community building efforts, we work to support our children and families in many ways.

Our primary goal is to educate our children and keep them safe, both physically and emotionally. We know young children need consistent, predictable relationships with their teachers, so we use an ‘attachment approach’ to create bonds between children, families, and teachers. Children trust those whom their families trust.
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We value the contribution each family member makes to support the care and development of young children. Our priority is to be respectful and respond to experiences that may differ from family to family. We will always respect and respond to those differences to the best of our ability. Families are a child’s first teacher. We are pleased to partner with you to create a solid learning foundation for your child.    

Sincerely,
We know that you also value and support every child's right to have a high quality education.

​Generous donations, from people like you, provide classroom enrichment materials, activities, upgraded technology and facilities. Your support will also help us grow the Dr. Allan H. Howe Memorial Fund to provide tuition scholarships for families.
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Reba reserves the right to direct funding to the greatest need.

Hours of Operation & Early/Late Drop-off Fees

Reba is open from 7:30am to 5:30pm
A $5.00 per minute penalty is applied for pick-up after 5:30pm. 

Our​ Mission

Reba Early Learning Center is a community-based organization dedicated to providing high quality education, care, and support for children and families of diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. 

Our Vision

Our Committed Staff
Our goal is that every child will be confident, eager to learn, and ready for kindergarten. We do this by creating respectful partnerships with families and teachers that fosters and encourages the best in each individual.
Committed staff will provide an emerging curriculum that enables children to express their individuality and explore their environment while developing skills for cooperative interactions.

History

Reba Early Learning Center is a small single site, non-profit preschool. It was founded in 1966 as Reba Place Day Nursery. During the mid-nineties Reba Place Day Nursery became incorporated. Reba Early Learning Center is committed to the principles and values within our community. 
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Accredited through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and maintains an ExceleRate Gold level with an Award of Excellence through the IL State Board of Education