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At Hilltop Children’s Center, childhood is celebrated, learning is an adventure, and every child’s unique strengths and capabilities are nurtured. We believe every child deserves a place where they feel loved, valued, empowered, and inspired to learn—regardless of race, income, identity, or background.
Our programs are designed to create an inclusive and supportive community where every child can belong, build meaningful relationships, and enjoy a high-quality learning experience.
Our innovative program, rooted in diverse early childhood philosophies, places play, exploration, curiosity, and collaboration at the heart of learning. We strive to create a second home for children—a place where they feel safe, seen, respected, and excited to discover the world around them.
Children and families at Hilltop are welcomed into learning communities—small villages within our larger center where relationships, connection, and belonging come first. These communities provide children with a consistent and supportive environment while giving them opportunities to connect with a wider circle of peers and educators. Children experience both the comfort of a close-knit community and the richness of a diverse, connected center.
At Hilltop, diversity is celebrated, every family is welcomed, and every child’s potential is honored. We partner with families to create a community where children can grow with confidence, curiosity, compassion, and joy.
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Hilltop x Name Bubbles
Stay out of the lost and found with custom name labels from Name Bubbles! 20% of your purchase is also donated to Hilltop when you use our storefront below or use this link to view more Name Bubble options.
Why Name Bubbles?
- Name Bubbles are customizable with tons of patterns to choose from.
- Labels come in both sticker and iron-on options.
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Laundry, and Dryer Safe.
- BPA-free, and no PFAS are used in the manufacturing process.
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When you give to Hilltop Children’s Center, you’re helping create a place where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. Your generosity helps us provide high-quality early learning experiences, support families through Tuition Assistance, invest in our dedicated educators, and offer engaging, inclusive programs that help every child thrive.
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Issues facing Directors and Program Leaders
It was fascinating to sit with a room full of people – some seasoned and some newer to the field – who are responsible for leading and stewarding early childhood programs in our area. And it was interesting to hear about their satisfactions and challenges, particularly in light of the range of programs they support, and the communities of children and families they serve…
“Look at my picture!”
by Cassie Tondreau, Educator, Hilltop Children’s Center Have you ever seen a child furiously scribbling on paper and narrating as they go? It can sound something like this: “I’m making a […]
Interconnecting through Art
Art is a tool that can be powerful for any age. It has the power to stretch us outside of our comfort zone, as well as where we might go to seek comfort all at the same time. For young children (preschoolers/toddlers), art can have a profound impact on their comfort as they enter into a new space, and works quickly to build relationships and community…