Early Learning Center
The Early Learning Center provides licensed, high-quality early childhood education and care for children ages 1 year through 11 years. Our programs support infants, toddlers, preschool-aged children, and school-age youth, helping them build a strong educational foundation for lifelong learning and healthy development.
The Center offers infant and toddler care, preschool programs in partnership with the Hoehne School District RE-3 and Trinidad School District #1, before- and after-school care, summer programs, and inclusive services for children with special needs.
Programs and Services
The Early Learning Center offers year-round programming that supports children’s social, emotional, and educational development, including:
- Infant and toddler programs
- Preschool programs
- Before- and after-school care
- Summer programs
- Inclusive services for children with special needs
Location and Hours
1225 Rosita Avenue
Trinidad, Colorado
Monday–Friday
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Community Partnerships
The Early Learning Center works closely with local and regional partners to provide coordinated, high-quality services, including:
- Local school districts
- Huerfano/Las Animas County Health Department
- Las Animas County Department of Human Services
- Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES)
- Huerfano/Las Animas County Early Childhood Council (HuLa)
- H.R. Sayre Senior Center
- Trinidad High School Early Childhood Program
- Trinidad State College (TSC)
- Carnegie Public Library