Early Childhood Center
The Early Childhood Center (ECC), a preschool and child care ministry of The Church at the Crossing, has been providing educational experiences for young children (ages 1 through preschool) since 1983. As a ministry of our church, we seek to blend sound hands on learning with a loving Christian focus. As children learn, they practice God's lessons of love, grace and reconciliation, very practically throughout the day.
We welcome you to visit us and take a guided, one-on-one tour of the many classrooms, meet some of the 26 teachers, visit all areas your child would travel in a typical day and ask any questions you might have. We care for nearly 225 students each week.
Learn more about:
- Parents' Day Out, Ages 12 - 35 months
- Neighborhood Child Care (NCC), Ages 2 - Pre K
- Part-Day Preschool, Ages 3 - Pre K
Trips & Events
The ECC holds fun annual events like the father/child Dad’s Cookout in September, the Pumpkin Party in October, a school Christmas program, a Spring Sing in April, a Cake Create contest and an All-school picnic at the end of the school year.
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John Drake
director of early childhood center
WHAT I DO:
As Director of the Early Childhood Center, I work with a marvelous team of classroom leaders and office staff who love and enjoy working with young families. You know, hanging with preschoolers guarantees you fresh discoveries every day. I love that. I truly believe that God wants the Church and Home to work in tandem, and so I work to help the ECC come alongside our families as they are just starting out and help them to keep God’s big picture in mind. Parents have an important task of raising kids and I want to remind them they don’t do it alone. I know that honors God.
HOME, FAMILY, PETS?
My wife, Cathy, and I make our home in Westfield and have three great kids we’ve been given to love on: J.C., Carissa, and Jenna. If you come for a visit you’re sure to be greeted by our dogs Annie and Wesley who act as if they rule the roost…until a good thunderstorm comes around.
MY HOBBIES:
Singing, photography, landscaping, remodeling (not always at the same time!)
INTERESTING THING TO KNOW ABOUT ME:
My wife and I were married in Kenya, East Africa where we served as short term missionaries. Don’t believe me? Ask me to whip out our Kenya Wedding License! We hope to return together soon.
Kelly Belt
assistant director of early childhood center
WHAT I DO:
As Assistant Director of the Early Childhood Center, I enjoy seeing the growth in the children and families and the way that God develops a community within our center.
HOME, FAMILY, PETS?
When I am not here at the church, you will find me at my home in Fishers taking care of my three children, Benjamin, Abby and Jonathan. I also could be walking my beagle, Greta.
MY HOBBIES:
I love to garden, exercise, and watch college football/basketball.
INTERESTING THING TO KNOW ABOUT ME:
I have run the mini-marathon three times!