The Early Learning Campus (ELC) is part of the Gladys and Lewis "Sonny" Bass Louisville Scholar House Campus and is an exemplary early child development center for children of UofL faculty, staff and students, and residents of the Louisville Scholar House. We serve all families and children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The facility is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and offers full day curriculum for children aged six weeks to prekindergarten.
The ELC is located at the corner of 5th and Bloom Streets, (behind or just north of Betty Johnson Hall on UofL's Belknap Campus). Hours of operation are 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, close at 5 PM on 3rd Thursdays.
The ELC Family Handbook is a detailed overview about the facility, its programs, application information and much more.
Due to COVID-19 precautions, in-person facility tours have been suspended. We understand that you would like to see our classrooms and so have created virtual tours for your convenience. Tour scripts are also included to assist you.
Dr. Jill Jacobi-Vessels,
Director of the ELC
University of Louisville
Early Learning Campus
409 Reg Smith Circle
Louisville, KY 40208
ELC Main Office:
502-852-3521
FAX: 502-852-4391
Parent Quote about ELC
"We consider ELC a life-changer for our family. It is a daily challenge to balance a professional career and a family's well-being. No matter how organized and energetic the parent(s), there are always obstacles for which you find yourself unprepared. Being able to leave your child(ren) in capable, caring hands is a necessity. At the Early Learning Campus, I have no doubt about the care provided for my children, and in fact, I leave them confidently, knowing they have a day of learning, fun, kindness, and healthful meals ahead of them. We know that not every childcare facility offers such a positive environment, and our whole family is grateful for the quality of life offered by the ELC."
Sarah Lindgren
Currently, in-person facility tours have been suspended. We are only providing the virtual tour.
Tuition InformationList of all program costs.
Waiting List/Enrollment FormsContact Paige Shank at paige.shank@louisville.edu or 502-852-3521 with questions about the waitlist.
To apply, mail or drop off the application and application fee to:
University of LouisvilleChecks should be made payable to University of Louisville with ELC and your child's name written on the memo line.
The Early Learning Campus is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
For information on program accreditation click here.
