The SCDC Philosophy

To provide high quality, safe, consistent environments in which children can discover their own capabilities and creativity.

Children are encouraged to develop self-discipline and a respect for others.

To maintain a nonsexist, non-racist setting for children's learning.

To enhance the development of a positive self-image in each child.

To provide warmth and nurturing in a growth-facilitating environment.

To provide an environment rich with opportunities to learn and discover.

To provide parents with open, welcoming atmosphere to encourage and promote parent involvement and parent peace of mind.

To provide the best suited staff; qualified and dedicated to understanding the needs of the children and families.

To extend the children's environment beyond the classroom and into the community.

To develop a one-to-one relationship with each child and parent, communicating to the child that they are "cared about" as well as "cared for".

The center is committed to advocating for all children, reaching out into the community and the State to advocate for high quality care for all families.

It is the policy of Salem Child Development Center that no person shall be discriminated against by reason of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age or national origin. SCDC accepts all children that are able to function within staff ratio and within the environments we maintain.

Our Nonprofit Mission