Child Development Council of NEPA

Building Strong Foundations for Children & Families

Child Development Council of NEPA, based in Wilkes-Barre, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching children’s lives and supporting families across Northeastern Pennsylvania. Since 1972, the Council has offered early childhood education, family engagement programs, and partnerships that promote healthy child development. Licensed through the State of Pennsylvania and accredited by the Keystone STARS Program, each center provides a safe, caring environment. Children are encouraged to learn, explore, and grow through creativity, curiosity, and compassion every day.

Child Development Council of NEPA serves infants as young as six weeks through school-age children up to twelve years old. Programs include Pre-K Counts, before- and after-school care, and full-day care on holidays and snow days. Experienced teachers use a creative curriculum to build confidence, independence, and lifelong learning skills in every child.

A Legacy of Care & Community

Established in the wake of the 1972 Agnes Flood, Child Development Council of NEPA began as a county-sponsored program and evolved into an independent nonprofit dedicated to early childhood learning. Over the years, it has grown into one of the region’s leading child care providers, offering inclusive programs that welcome all children, including those with special needs through partnerships with Early Intervention services.

Every decision within the organization is guided by one clear principle: nothing is more important than a child’s well-being. That belief continues to shape the Council’s mission of providing exceptional care and educational opportunities for local families.

Programs & Services

• FREE Pre-K Counts Program
• Pennsylvania Keystone STARS 4-Star Accredited
• Licensed, Experienced Teachers
• Before & After School Care (Including Kindergarten)
• All-Day School Holiday & Snow Day Care
• Creative Curriculum Activities for All Ages
• Early Childhood Learning for Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers & School-Age Children

Locations Across Northeastern Pennsylvania

• Hazleton Child Development Center – STAR 4
  225 East Fourth Street, Hazleton, PA 18201
• Kiddie Space Heights Child Development Center – STAR 4
  145 Amber Lane, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
• Nesbitt Child Development Center – STAR 4
  549 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704 (Dorranceton Church Annex)
• South Wilkes-Barre Child Development Center – STAR 4
  1000 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18706 (St. Peter’s Church)
• Tunkhannock Child Development Center – STAR 4
  20 Second Street, Tunkhannock, PA 18657 (Father Nallin Hall)
• West Pittston Child Development Center – STAR 4
  Rear 827 Exeter Avenue, West Pittston, PA 18643
• Wilkes-Barre Child Development Center – STAR 4
  161 East Market Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
• Administrative Office
  147 ½ Amber Lane, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

Child Development Council of NEPA continues to empower families and strengthen communities through education, inclusion, and compassionate care for every child.