About the ECCEC
- The ECCEC will serve up to 84 children (infants through preschool), in a high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning environment aligned with NAEYC accreditation and Title 5 standards.
- Priority enrollment will be offered to children of CSUCI students, faculty, and staff, while also welcoming families from across Ventura County.
- The program will feature inclusive, dual-language classrooms, designed to honor home languages and reflect the cultural richness of the region.
- A strong emphasis will be placed on natural learning environments and a seamless indoor-outdoor experience that supports whole-child development.
- Located adjacent to the Early Childhood Studies (ECS) program, the ECCEC will provide hands-on practicum experiences and mentorship opportunities for ECS students preparing to enter the field.
- The Center will be supported by a Family Child Care Network (FCCN), which extends its impact by helping ECS graduates launch licensed, home-based care programs in underserved communities across the region.
A Longstanding Commitment
The ECCEC has been part of CSUCI’s strategic vision since the University’s founding. Faculty leaders in the School of Education initiated foundational research and assessments over a decade ago, and momentum has steadily grown across campus and with community stakeholders to bring the project to life.
Early Childhood Education Center Inquiries:
For questions regarding the Early Childhood Education Center, please contact: eccec@csuci.edu
Campus Information:
Main Telephone Number: 805-437-8400
TTY - For Hearing and Speech Impaired ONLY: 805-437-2702
Mailing Address:
California State University Channel Islands
One University Drive
Camarillo, CA 93012