Tutoring & Test Prep
Newport News, VA
Watkins Early Childhood Center is a public preschool program operated by Newport News Public Schools, serving 4- and 5-year-old children with developmentally appropriate school-readiness activities. The center offers a specialized Dual Language Immersion program that combines English and Spanish instruction, preparing children for continued language learning at Katherine Johnson Elementary School. Led by Principal Amy Gulick, the center provides a safe, inclusive educational environment designed to help all students achieve and grow regardless of background.
Ideal for: Families seeking early childhood education, Parents interested in dual language immersion programs, 4- and 5-year-olds preparing for kindergarten
Service area: Newport News, VA and surrounding areas
Dual Language Immersion Program: Offers English-Spanish immersion starting in Pre-K, continuing through Katherine Johnson Elementary School for comprehensive bilingual development.
Public School Integration: Part of Newport News Public Schools system with seamless transition to kindergarten, eliminating the need for separate registration.
Developmentally Focused Curriculum: Emphasizes school-readiness skills tailored to individual developmental needs, ensuring all children succeed regardless of background or socioeconomic status.
Address: 21 Burns Dr, Newport News, VA 23601
Phone: (757) 591-4815
Website: watkinsecc.nn.k12.va.us
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