Immaculata Early Childhood Center
Center in Durham, NC 27701
The mission of the Immaculata Catholic School family is to build a community of learning under the patronage of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Relying on Gospel teachings and values, we view learning as a lifelong endeavor to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially, aesthetically, and physically. We commit to live as disciples of Jesus Christ and to be responsible citizens of the world.
- Child Ages:
- 5 years - 18 years
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education - SACS - CASI Accredited
- Vouchers:
- This provider accepts vouchers
- Hours of Operation:
- Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 5:30pm
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Our philosophy is based on discipleship and community. The word disciple means
learner. Beyond compliance with rules, discipleship entails devotion to a way of life guided
by the teachings and example of Jesus. Relationships, respect, interdependence,
reconciliation, restitution, forgiveness, and humility are all characteristics of discipleship.
In discipleship, people share responsibility and consider each others perspectives in
problem-solving. In discipleship, we contribute willingly to the faith formation and
education of students.
We live the Word of God and exist to do Gods work on earth. Immaculata parents and
students are not consumers and Catholicism is not for sale; we come to this community of
our own will. We build the community through personal relationships and our
commitment to shared standards, customs, values, and priorities.
It is not enough to love the children, but they must know that they are loved, are
the words of Don Bosco, a priest who developed a preventive system of education in
1883. He viewed discipline as a pastoral triangle of Reason, Religion, and Kindness.
Through discipleship and community, we are guided by these words to be reasonable in
understanding youth, in communicating openly, and in developing authentic rapport.
Adults model and expect young people to: learn the teachings of the Gospels, grow in their
belief in God, join in service to others, and accept personal responsibility for their actions.
It is the duty of faculty, staff, and parents to encourage, correct, counsel, and affirm our
children and young people. In these ways, students know they are loved.
