About Danville Child Development Center (DCDC)

Since 1974, Danville Child Development Center (DCDC) has been a trusted partner for families in Montour County and beyond, offering high-quality early education and childcare. What began in a church basement with just six children—founded by Dr. Kathleen Mulligan and Nancy Vella—has grown into the region’s longest-running non-profit early learning center, now serving over 300 children annually.

With locations on Wall Street and Bloom Road, DCDC supports children from infancy through school-age across a range of programs including childcare, preschool, early intervention, and school-age care. We proudly serve families across Montour, Columbia, Snyder, Northumberland, and Union Counties.

Information About DCDC

Accreditations & Awards

DCDC is recognized for excellence in early childhood care and education, holding top quality accreditations and ratings at both of our locations.

Family & Community Engagement

Since 2011, DCDC has expanded programs and community partnerships to offer more opportunities for early learning, family engagement, and connection.

Mission, Leadership & Board

DCDC provides high-quality early education that nurtures children’s growth, encourages curiosity, and partners with families to support success in school and life.

Programs, Curriculum & Assessment

DCDC offers programs and practices that support children’s growth, learning, and well-being in a positive, nurturing environment.

Visit, Enroll, & Grow with Us

If you are interested in touring our facilities, meeting our staff, and learning more about what DCDC can offer your family, please complete the form below.

Tuition & Funding

At Danville Child Development Center, we’re committed to making high-quality early childhood education accessible to all families. We offer several tuition and funding options to meet a range of financial needs.

Donors

For decades, our nonprofit has provided a nurturing early learning community, made possible by the support of donors who believe in helping children thrive.

Our Educators

At Danville Child Development Center, we believe that exceptional early learning begins with exceptional educators. Our team is the foundation of everything we do—dedicated professionals who bring expertise, compassion, and a deep commitment to nurturing young children.

Early Intervention Services

DCDC offers supportive early intervention services to help young children grow and thrive, partnering with families to meet each child’s unique needs.

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