Welcome to Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center

DLECC is devoted to young children and their families. Partnering with the community, we will provide quality early childhood programs that enhance the experience of each child for a bright and healthy future.

Early Childhood Center

9751 Duncan Lake Ave

Caledonia, MI 49316

616-891-6220

616-891-6229

School Hours for Young Fives

Start of Day: 8:45 am
End of Day: 3:40 pm
Half-Day Dismissal: 12:00 pm

Student Drop off Time

Please park in the lot next to the playground and wait with your child for the teachers to come out to collect the students. When the bus arrives is your cue that the teachers will be out in just a moment. If the bus has already left when you arrive, please sign your student in through the front office (entrance on Duncan Lake).

YMCA Childcare

9751 Duncan Lake Ave

Caledonia, MI 49316

616-891-6225

YMCA Childcare

Brandy Wasick

YMCA Childcare

YMCA Website

Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center

Calendars/Open House and Orientation Schedules:

Check out our District Calendar page to find printable calendars, along with open house and orientation schedules.

Cal Community Center Grand Opening Caledonia Community Schools (CCS) is thrilled to invite the community to celebrate the opening of the Cal Community Center, a state-of-the-art facility made possible by the 2020 bond and a partnership with the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids. This new facility will serve as a hub for recreation, wellness, and community engagement. More...

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Upcoming Events

21 Feb
- DLECC - ECSE Parent Group/Outing
  
  DLECC - ECSE Parent Group/Outing
  
  Date: Feb 21
  
  Calendar: Public DLECC Calendar
- Bright Beginnings Playgroup w/ Kaley DLECC 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  
  Bright Beginnings Playgroup w/ Kaley DLECC
  
  Date: Feb 21
  
  Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  
  Location: Duncan Lake Early Childhood, 9751 Duncan Lake Ave SE, Caledonia, MI 49316, USA
  
  Calendar: Public DLECC Calendar
  
  Bright Beginnings KISD
24 Feb
- District - Regular School Board Meeting 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  
  District - Regular School Board Meeting
  
  Date: Feb 24
  
  Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  
  Calendar: Public District Calendar
26 Feb
- Waddle-a-Thon
  thru Feb 27
  
  Waddle-a-Thon
  
  Date: Feb 26 - Feb 27
  
  Calendar: Public DLECC Calendar
27 Feb
- District - Cal Community Center Ribbon Cutting & Opening Night 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  District - Cal Community Center Ribbon Cutting & Opening Night
  
  Date: Feb 27
  
  Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  
  Calendar: Public District Calendar
  Opening Night & Ribbon Cutting
  Thursday, February 27, 2025
  Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 4:00 p.m.
  Open House: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
  "First Splash" in the Pool: 5:30 p.m. (No public swimming - invitees only)
  Equipment and pools will not be available for use during these Open House times.
  
  More Information: www.calschools.org/calcommunitycenter
6 Mar
- District - Elementary Literacy Night 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
  
  District - Elementary Literacy Night
  
  Date: Mar 6
  
  Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
  
  Location: Kent District Library - Caledonia Township Branch, 6260 92nd St SE, Caledonia, MI 49316, USA
  
  Calendar: Public District Calendar