Child Development Center

Outstanding Programs & Services

The Triton College Child Development Center (CDC) provides high-quality early learning experiences for children ages 15 months through 5 years. Our mission is to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning through developmentally appropriate, play-based education.

The CDC offers a nurturing and welcoming environment where children can learn, play, and grow. Our classrooms support each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through hands-on exploration, positive relationships, and intentional teaching. Open to Triton students, employees, and community members, the CDC is proud to hold an Accreditation+ status with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This is the highest national distinction awarded for excellence in early childhood education.

Our teaching staff hold degrees and certificates in Early Childhood Education, many earned right here at Triton College. As a lab school and practicum site for Triton’s Early Childhood Education program, the CDC provides valuable real-world training for future early childhood professionals while maintaining a high standard of care and instruction.

“Our program is grounded in meaningful interactions, hands-on exploration, and intentional teaching that supports every area of a child’s development,” the Center’s leadership team shared. “We offer a developmentally rich curriculum that encourages curiosity, problem-solving, creativity, and early academic foundations. Being located on a college campus enhances these experiences, giving children access to a wide range of environments, subjects, and learning opportunities that help broaden their understanding of the world.” Child Development Center Director said.

Gold Star: Triton College Child Development Center proudly holds the Gold Circle of Quality from ExceleRate Illinois for multiple years, including 2023–2025. This top-tier designation recognizes our center as a leader in early childhood education, celebrating our high standards in teaching, learning environments, and child care excellence. Earning the Gold Seal year after year reflects our unwavering commitment to giving every child an exceptional, enriching early learning experience.

For more information about the Child Development Center, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3209 or visit the Child Development Center webpage.