Newcomb Children's Center

Thank you for considering Newcomb Children's Center (NCC) for your child's care. We base our program on the belief that every child is an individual and should be treated as a special and unique person. Our program is designed to help each child grow and develop at their own pace. We encourage children to choose from the array of planned, developmentally appropriate activities we offer. We place special emphasis on learning through play.

Our schedules include planned activities for emotional, social, physical and cognitive growth. Both active and quiet types of activities are available to the children throughout the day.  Rest and nap time are a part of the afternoon schedule. Quality meals and snacks are served to the children daily. Our main goal is to provide high quality childcare in an easily accessible location at a reasonable price.

Newcomb Children's Center is located on Tulane's uptown campus and offers programs for children twelve months to five years of age.

Mission Statement

The mission of NCC is to provide an early care and education environment that provides high-quality, research-based, and innovative practices. NCC continuously strives to effectively meet the multifaceted needs of the children in our community. We are committed to providing a developmentally appropriate, culturally attuned, and accessible lab and learning environment.

Philosophy

NCC seeks to provide a nurturing place where children feel competent, safe, and loved. Our program emphasizes child-initiated learning through play. We use a holistic approach that spans the full range of early development. This approach allows the program to incorporate:

• Self-esteem and independence
• Effective communication and interactions
• Discovery, exploration, investigation, and problem solving
• Artistic expression and appreciation
• Cooperation, physical capabilities, health, and safety

The center's environment is designed to support the acquisition of strong social-emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and creative skills. We believe that children are active learners who need hands-on play experiences to thrive. Our classrooms use enriched, child-centered learning spaces and project-based approaches that allow children to engage in abundant play and learning experiences.

At NCC, you will find:

• Aesthetically pleasing, child-centered classrooms with low teacher-to-child ratios
• Outdoor classroom spaces that encourage an appreciation for nature and environmental stewardship

Explore, Connect, and Grow with NCC

NCC is more than a place of learning: it’s a vibrant community where children, families, and educators come together to build meaningful experiences. Ready to learn more or schedule a visit? Contact us today to discover how NCC can support your child’s early learning journey.

Newcomb Children’s Center’s hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m to 4:30 p.m. Children will not be admitted before 8 a.m. The After School program runs from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The After School program follows the University’s Academic calendar and is not in session during the summer session or other academic recess and holiday periods. The After School program is staffed by teachers and student workers.  

Please note the center will have periodic early closure for staff meetings and staff development. Parents and families will receive reminders for the days on which the center will close early or will be closed.