About The Professors Learning Center in Elkhorn, NE

The Professors Learning Center is a premier daycare and preschool in Elkhorn, NE, dedicated to providing a personalized educational experience for children. Founded by Ms. Nadia Amoura, The Professors Learning Center was created to meet the unique needs, talents, abilities, and interests of each child. With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, Nadia’s vision is to nurture well-rounded children who are not only academically successful but also compassionate and responsible global citizens.

At The Professors Learning Center, we believe in a holistic approach to early childhood development. Our daycare and preschool programs focus on developing your child’s cognitive, emotional, social, and physical skills, setting the foundation for future learning. Whether your child is just beginning their educational journey or is ready to take on new challenges, we provide an environment that promotes both learning and fun.

Why Families Choose The Professors Learning Center:

• Safe, Fun, and Stimulating Environment: We offer a safe and engaging space where children enjoy learning while exploring their curiosity.
• Social Skills and Self-Confidence Development: Our programs are designed to build self-confidence, foster social skills, and teach children how to work together in groups.
• Experienced and Caring Staff: Our daycare teachers and caregivers are highly trained and passionate about early childhood education. They provide a nurturing environment for every child to thrive.
• Open Communication with Parents: We believe in maintaining strong communication with parents, keeping you involved and informed about your child’s progress.
• Wholesome, Nutritious Meals: We prioritize your child’s health by offering healthy meals and snacks, reducing processed foods to ensure optimal nutrition for growing children.
• Affordable Preschool and Daycare Services: We provide high-quality daycare and preschool services at an affordable rate, making education accessible to all families.

Early Childhood Education That Builds a Strong Foundation

The first five years of a child’s life are the most critical in terms of brain development and learning. At The Professors Learning Center, we focus on creating an enriching environment where children develop foundational skills that last a lifetime. Our preschool programs help children build essential skills such as reading, writing, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence, setting them up for future academic success.

As one of the top preschools and daycares in Elkhorn, NE, we are committed to providing the best early childhood education for your child. Whether you’re looking for a nurturing daycare or a stimulating preschool, The Professors Learning Center is the perfect place for your child to learn and grow.

Our Programs

Infant Program

At The Professors Learning Center, our Infant Program is designed to provide a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment during these crucial early stages of development. During this period, infants experience rapid growth and development, and our curriculum focuses on key milestones that set the foundation for lifelong learning. Through carefully designed activities and teaching tools, we ensure that your infant receives the essential development and care needed at this stage.

Our Infant Program focuses on long-term skills aligned with key developmental standards, such as:

• Fine and Gross Motor Skills
• Social and Emotional Growth
• Sensory Exploration

Please Note: Program ages can vary by state, in accordance with licensing guidelines.

Program Stages

Observers (6 Weeks – 6 Months)
As your little observer begins their educational journey, their day mirrors the calm and consistent routine of their home life. Our goal is to create a familiar, comforting environment that supports their development.

• Focus on individual schedules
• Baby Yoga to encourage physical development
• Infant Sign Language to enhance communication
• Individual Sensory Activities to stimulate sensory exploration
• Stories & Songs to support language development

Discoverers (6 Months – 12 Months)
As your little Discoverer grows, they become more engaged with their surroundings while still following their individual routine. We begin to introduce more structured activities, supporting their growth in key areas such as fine and gross motor skills.

• Continued focus on individual schedules
• Baby Yoga and Infant Sign Language
• Sensory exploration activities
• Activities that develop fine and gross motor skills
• Stories & Songs to foster language skills
• Introduction of table, chairs, and cots for independent sitting and rest
• Sippy cups and silverware to encourage self-feeding

Explorers (12 Months – 18 Months)
As your little Explorer’s curiosity expands, they start forming relationships with others and applying what they’ve learned through speech and language. This stage introduces more social interaction and group activities, while still respecting individual routines.

• Introduction of circle time for group learning
• Participation in group sensory activities
• All children follow the same schedule, encouraging consistency
• Continued Stories & Songs to reinforce learning
• Introduction to early concepts like Animals, Body Parts, Colors, and Shapes

At The Professors Learning Center, we are committed to providing your infant with a caring, enriching environment where they can thrive physically, emotionally, and socially. Each stage of development is thoughtfully designed to support your child’s growth, and our dedicated team is here to guide and nurture them every step of the way.

Toddler Program

At The Professors Learning Center, our Toddler Program focuses on nurturing the development of essential skills in an engaging, fun, and interactive environment. During this exciting stage, toddlers grow rapidly in their social, emotional, and motor skills, and our curriculum is designed to support this growth through developmentally appropriate activities. We emphasize hands-on learning that encourages exploration, independence, and socialization, while fostering a lifelong love of learning.

Our toddler curriculum covers:

• Social & Emotional Development: Encouraging self-expression, building confidence, and learning how to interact with others
• Major & Minor Motor Skills: Activities that help children develop their fine and gross motor skills through play
• Learning Skills Development: Introducing basic concepts in a fun and engaging way that sparks curiosity and exploration

Please Note: Program ages can vary by state, in accordance with licensing guidelines.

Program Stages

Adventurers (18 Months – 24 Months)
As your little adventurer begins to explore their independence, they are introduced to a variety of new concepts and activities that encourage growth and self-confidence.

• Potty-Training is introduced to encourage independence
• Introduction to Letters & Numbers to build foundational literacy and numeracy skills
• Continued learning of Colors & Shapes
• Stories & Songs to enhance language development
• Circle Time for group learning and socialization
• Activities that promote social interaction and cooperative play

Inventors (2 Years – 3 Years)
As your little Inventor grows more independent, they will engage in activities that encourage further exploration and skill-building. This stage focuses on fostering greater independence and preparing children for the next steps in their development.

• Self-help skills are introduced, fostering independence (e.g., dressing, feeding)
• Continuation of Potty-Training
• Letter & Number Recognition through interactive activities
• Stories & Songs to reinforce language and literacy skills
• Introduction to Scissor Skills to develop fine motor coordination
• Introduction to Calendar Concepts (days of the week, months, etc.)
• Station Activities for hands-on, self-directed learning

At The Professors Learning Center, we are dedicated to helping your toddler grow, learn, and thrive in a supportive, fun, and interactive environment. Our programs are designed to provide a solid foundation for your child’s development, and our experienced team is committed to ensuring your toddler’s needs are met with care and attention.

Preschool Program

At The Professors Learning Center, our Preschool Program is designed to provide your child with the skills and knowledge needed for a smooth transition into kindergarten. Our curriculum goes beyond state standards for Early Childhood Education, offering enrichment-based lesson plans that are tailored to meet the needs of all learners. We focus on fostering academic excellence while nurturing your child’s social, emotional, and physical growth.

Each day, our preschool curriculum covers a different developmental area, including sensory exploration, creative arts, dramatic play, math, and phonics. By integrating these varied learning styles, we create a strong academic foundation that prepares your child for success in kindergarten and beyond.

Please Note: Program ages can vary by state, in accordance with licensing guidelines.

Program Stages

Inspectors (3 Years – 4 Years)
As your little Inspector begins to engage more with their environment, they develop increased independence and begin to refine key skills in preparation for the next phase of learning.

• Introduction of self-help skills to promote independence (e.g., dressing, eating)
• Continuation of potty-training
• Letter & Number Recognition to build literacy and numeracy foundations
• Stories & Songs to support language development and communication
• Introduction to scissor skills for fine motor development
• Learning about calendar concepts (days of the week, months, etc.)
• Introduction to station activities for hands-on, focused learning

Scholars (4 Years – 5 Years)
As your little Scholar progresses, they begin their transition to pre-kindergarten, developing more advanced skills in preparation for formal schooling.

• Continuation of self-help skills
• Introduction to handwriting to develop fine motor coordination and writing skills
• Ongoing exploration of calendar concepts
• Continued participation in station activities (writing, math, reading)
• Stories & Songs to foster literacy and comprehension

Professors (5 Years – 6 Years)
As your little Professor completes their journey with us, they will be fully prepared with the foundational skills they need for kindergarten success. Activities are designed to increase focus, concentration, and readiness for more structured learning environments.

• Focus on early literacy skills, including letter recognition and basic reading concepts
• Daily practice with handwriting journals to develop writing fluency
• Phonics skills to enhance reading and language comprehension
• Ongoing engagement in Stories & Songs to reinforce learning
• Advanced station activities in writing, math, and reading to solidify kindergarten readiness

The Professors Learning Center is dedicated to ensuring that your child is well-prepared for the next step in their academic journey. Our Preschool Program offers a balanced, engaging curriculum that lays the groundwork for kindergarten readiness and sets the stage for a successful educational experience.

Pre-K 1 Program

In our Pre-K 1 Program, we focus on helping your child develop the skills necessary for a smooth transition to Kindergarten. This stage is all about preparing your little Scholar for the more structured learning environment they’ll encounter in elementary school. We continue to build on the foundational skills your child has already developed while introducing more advanced concepts and activities that foster academic and social growth.

Program Features:

• Self-help Skills: Continued development of independence through everyday tasks such as dressing, eating, and organizing their belongings.
• Handwriting: Introduction to basic handwriting skills to build fine motor coordination and writing fluency.
• Calendar Concepts: Building a deeper understanding of time, including days of the week, months, and seasons.
• Station Activities: Focused activities designed to engage your child in learning key academic skills, such as letter and number recognition, problem-solving, and early math concepts.
• Stories & Songs: Daily storytelling and song sessions that encourage language development, comprehension, and social interaction.

Our Pre-K 1 program prepares your child for Kindergarten with a structured yet fun approach to learning, helping them develop both academic skills and independence in a nurturing environment.

Pre-K 2 Program

In our Pre-K 2 Program, we focus on ensuring that your child is fully prepared for the academic challenges ahead, specifically the transition to Kindergarten. This stage marks the culmination of your child’s early education journey with us, where they will develop the foundational skills necessary for continued academic success. Our curriculum is designed to engage your child in learning activities that promote focus, increase their attention span, and refine their skills in key academic areas.

Program Features:

• Early Literacy Skills: Your child will continue to develop early reading skills, including letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and sight word recognition.
• Handwriting Journals: Daily practice in handwriting will help your child develop writing fluency and improve fine motor skills.
• Phonics Skills: A strong focus on phonics will help your child begin to decode words, laying the foundation for reading and spelling.
• Stories & Songs: Engaging stories and songs encourage comprehension, vocabulary development, and a love for language.
• Station Activities: Children will participate in focused learning stations that cover writing, math, and reading, promoting independence and academic exploration.

Our Pre-K 2 program prepares your child for a successful transition into Kindergarten by fostering both academic readiness and emotional maturity, ensuring they are confident, capable, and eager to continue their learning journey.

Come Visit Us!

At The Professors Learning Center, we’re happy to answer any questions and guide you through the enrollment process. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see firsthand how our nurturing and educational environment can provide the best start for your child’s journey.