Inclusion & Special Needs

MEDC strives to provide equitable access to child care for all families. We foster an open and accepting environment and uphold an inclusion-based philosophy with respect to all activities and programming. Families whose children have special behavioral or mental health needs are expected to communicate this to the Director upon registration. Certain behavioral accommodations can be made on a case-by-case basis and require a conference between parents/ guardians and the Director prior to the child’s start date. 

It is important to note that while we do everything we can to provide modifications and special accommodations, we are not staffed or equipped to provide proper care and attention to children with extraordinary needs. Families whose children require a one-to-one paraprofessional as part of their IEP during the school day should consult with the Director prior to enrollment to ensure that MEDC will be a good fit and a successful environment for the child.