Construction of Rush County’s Love Community Center (LCC) is slated for completion by the end of 2024. Services provided at the LCC will address many challenges facing the community, including a lack of high-quality childcare.

Westminster Preschool, based out of Marion, Indiana, has been selected as the childcare provider. They will begin operating their play-based, high-quality early childhood program in the spring of 2025, adding 72 seats for ages birth to 5.

Westminster is a Level 4 Paths to QUALITY™ childcare provider, indicating the highest level of quality with national accreditation.

With a focus on “play as learning and learning as play,” they nurture each child as the unique individual they are. They describe their approach as “a Christian atmosphere that supports children’s growth and development as lifelong learners in a safe and caring environment.” Their staff are trained in brain development, trauma informed care, and positive guidance.

Rushville will be Westminster’s 6th location, with two in Marion and additional sites in Wabash, Fort Wayne, and Portland, Indiana (coming in September). Westminster accepts CCDF and On My Way Pre-K vouchers, making the program accessible to families with financial need. Look for announcements in the coming months regarding childcare enrollment and employment opportunities. Information will be available on their website at westminsterpreschools.org.