About Us

Early Learning Center: Home of the Bumblebees!

Mission Statement:  We value and promote diversity and inclusion in every aspect of our school.  Our students receive a high-quality, rigorous early learning experience while engaging with the same-age peers with all different abilities to gain valuable lessons in compassion.  We are proud of the experiences our children have as they begin their educational journey in White River. 

Our Beliefs

• We believe every child belongs.
• We believe in building relationships first, within a safe and nurturing environment. 
• We believe play is the work of children
• We believe in age appropriate learning; rich in language, movement and social interaction .
• We believe all children learn in their own way and at their own pace. 
• We believe in celebrating the diversity of our students and families. 
• We believe in partnering and collaborating with families to support students. 
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White River School District Early Learning Center

27515 120th St E Buckley, WA 98321-9999

360-829-5830

Office Hours 9:00 am -4:00 pm

 

Janel Ross - Principal 
Gloria Gelmini - Office Manager 

 

Who Do We Serve?

• Preschool, Early Kindergarten and Kindergarten students from the Foothills service area
• Preschool, Early Kindergarten and Kindergarten students from the Mt. Meadow service area
• Preschool and Early Kindergarten and Kindergarten students from the Wilkeson service area
• Preschool and Early Kindergarten students that need extra services from WR District Boundaries