About Us
We believe children deserve to have teachers who are capable, caring and whose values enable them to be excellent role models. Our educational and guidance decisions must be based on our knowledge of child development.
We believe loving, trusting and respecting each child’s needs for physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth by providing diverse experiences in a supportive environment.
We believe children deserve to have teachers who are capable, caring and whose values enable them to be excellent role models. Our educational and guidance decisions must be based on our knowledge of child development.
We believe all children have the right to feel good about themselves and it is the responsibility of all teachers to nurture the child’s self esteem.
Javonna Dingle
Director/ CEO
Hello Families We are excited to welcome you to a new year at Sunshine ELC Academy! I am very excited to have your child join our childcare program. You have chosen a childcare center that puts your children’s best interests as our top priority. We know that parents and guardians are your child’s first and most important teacher. To further your children growth and development we look forward to joining in partnership with you as your children extended family.
Our focus is to facilitate a fun and engaging environment where children can learn and grow safely. Not only will children make new friends and learn new concepts, but they will also explore the world around them through both play and directed lessons.I started childcare many years ago (32 years ago). I have been a senior camp counselor, teacher assistant. group teacher in pre-school, substitute teacher, lead teacher, assistant director of a pre-school and currently the owner of a pre-school. In 2014 my center in Clifton was named Best Pre-School in Clifton. In 2022 I was named Educator Of The Year. I have a few more years left in me doing what I enjoy doing….. Educating the youth and serving the community.
I look forward to learning more about your child.!
Our Mission
At Sunshine Early Learning Center Academy our mission is to provide child care that meets the needs of each child and family in a safe, educational environment. We pride our Center’s focus on the individual needs of each child, while providing quality, reliable and safe childcare. All while getting the very best education.
Our Vision
At Sunshine Early Learning Center Academy it is our duty and pleasure to provide childcare that meets the needs of each child and family in a safe, educational environment. We pride our center’s focus on the individual needs of each child, while providing, quality, reliable and safe childcare. All while getting the very best education.
Our Philosophy
We believe in the value of human diversity and the fair treatment of all people. Our value and beliefs about childcare are deeply rooted in the history of Early Childhood Education.
Meet Our Amazing Teachers
Shakeya
Williams
Infant Teacher
I am very outgoing and helpful I’m always happy person always laughing and smiling I also love learning new things in new ways.
Shaquanna
Walker
Office Manager/Assistant
I’m 30 years old. I’m a mom of a handsome boy name A’mar, I enjoy working, I’m a hard worker and is dedicated to anything I put my mind to. I enjoy being a happy person and also enjoy being a helping hand to others.
Jennifer
Dickson
Infant Teacher
I’m a wife 1, mom of 3 and nana of 6 beautiful babies. I love reading the bible and going to church. I’m a deaconess and jr. usher of adviser of seminary Baptist Church. I love working with children they bring joy to my heart.
Shawnde
Benbow
Pre K-2 Teacher
I’m a hardworking individual who love what I do. I take pride in making sure everyone me is happy! I love being a mom to a beautiful baby girl. I also enjoy being a teacher.
Mahogany
Godfrey
Pre K-4 Teacher
I am very outspoken I love to smile and I enjoy making other smile.
Heidi
Brown
Pre K-4 Teacher
I have been in this field for over 25 years. I am very hard working lady and I thoroughly enjoy working with kids.
LaDarria
Edwards
Infant Teacher
I enjoy being a mommy. I’m outspoken and very helpful.
Shantoknowa
Benbow
Pre k-3 Lead teacher
I’m 25 years old and I’m a lead teacher in Pre-K. I’m a mom of a 3 kids. I love to shop and have fun with my family on my free time.
Dantalsha
Fields
Pre K-3 Teacher
I am a great worker and love working with children. My favorite color is pink and i love pizza
Yasinarhah
Robinson
Pre K-2 Teacher
I am very hard working individual who love what I do. I’m very quite but sometime perky. I love to sew and do make up.