Where childhood takes root.

For fifty years, the Child Care & Learning Center has served families in Rappahannock County. Our classrooms blend structured learning with outdoor experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and independence.

A person holding a yellow and green leaf while standing outdoors on a dirt path.

Why families choose us

Nature-Based Learning

Outdoor exploration is part of every child’s day.

A young girl with brown hair tied in a ponytail, wearing a green shirt and floral pants, crouches in a grassy field examining a dandelion.

Whole-Child Development

We care about social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.

A woman with short hair and glasses, wearing a green sweatshirt, is helping children with a classroom activity. She is looking down at a whiteboard with the title 'USA Medals' and a chart. Several children are gathered around, sitting or standing, and a girl in a pink sweatshirt and brown boots is standing nearby.

Experienced Educators

Our dedicated teachers build meaningful relationships.

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Community Roots

We’ve supported Rappahannock families for five decades.

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At a Glance

150

children served daily

60%+

families receive tuition assistance

10

acres of outdoor learning

50

years serving Rappahannock

“At CCLC, my child found more than early learning. He found lifelong friends, and so did I.”

Amy N

Programs

Upcoming

A floral watercolor invitation for a 50th Anniversary Garden Party celebrating the Child Care & Learning Center, featuring pastel flowers and bees, with details about the event on June 13, 2026, at Mt. Prospect, Washington, VA.

The Garden Party 2026

A 50th anniversary celebration of CCLC

June 13th, 2026

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Where childhood takes root.

For fifty years, the Child Care & Learning Center has served families in Rappahannock County. Our classrooms blend structured learning with outdoor experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and independence.

Why families choose us

Nature-Based Learning

Whole-Child Development

Experienced Educators

Community Roots

At a Glance

150

60%+

10

50

“At CCLC, my child found more than early learning. He found lifelong friends, and so did I.”

Amy N

Programs

Infants

Preschool

Summer Camp

Tots

Children-in Nature

Twos

School Age

Interested in applying? Learn more about how to enroll today.

Upcoming

The Garden Party 2026

Interested in applying?
Learn more about how to enroll today.