The Shenandoah University Child Care Center provides a safe, nurturing environment for children whose parents (or legal guardians) are enrolled or employed as a student at Shenandoah University and the general public.

It is our philosophy that a well-rounded child develops through a variety of experiences and stimuli. With this philosophy in mind, each child is encouraged to participate in teacher-initiated activities, as well as self-initiated activities, that are conducive to achieving a well-rounded experience. Most importantly, we feel it is essential each child develops a positive self-concept and feels loved, secure and safe while in our care.

Program Goals

To help the individual child develop a positive self-concept, learn to accept others and feel loved, safe and secure.

To stimulate the cognitive, social, physical and emotional development of the individual in order to fulfill the child's needs.

To help each child learn to express themselves by encouraging helpfulness, curiosity, imagination, creativity and independence.

To help the individual child be responsible and want to learn and enjoy play.

To offer parents additional opportunities to improve their understanding of child development and work with teachers and other parents who share a common concern for the interests and needs of children.

To support and promote a quality early childhood educational environment at the community level by interacting with other centers and professionals.

To involve our university department’s resources as much as possible with our program.

Admissions Inquiries

To inquire about enrolling a child in our program, or to arrange for a visit, contact Julie Tavenner, director of Shenandoah University Child Care Center, at 540-665-0991. Tours will be given prior to admissions. In order for a child’s admission to become final, proper health forms and enrollment information must be completed and signed.