Ducklings Early Learning Center Eagle

High-quality childcare and preschool in Downingtown, PA for infants, toddlers & pre-K.

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For over 30 years, Ducklings has delivered trusted child care and quality early education.

Our Here We Grow™ curriculum, created by our teachers, uses purposeful play to build critical thinking, independence, and confidence. No cookie-cutter lessons, just intentional experiences that help your child thrive.

At Ducklings, play isn’t just fun – it’s powerful stuff!

Through exploring, imagining, and creating, your kiddo is building real skills – problem-solving, independence, confidence, teamwork – all while having a blast.

Serving Families in Eagle, Chester Springs and Downingtown area with Quality Childcare and Early Childhood Education

Open 5 days a week

7am to 6pm

6 weeks thru PreK

Every day is filled with playful, hands-on discovery that sparks curiosity and a lifelong love of exploring.

They’re not just getting ready for school, they’re building a foundation for a lifetime of growth and success.

Providing your child a quality preschool education while encouraging kids to be kids.

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The Ducklings Difference

From six weeks through pre-K, we celebrate every milestone, big and small, right alongside you.

We’re Different and it Shows in Every Single Duck

Daily Photo Updates for Parents

Children Form Meaningful Friendships

Classrooms Designed for Each Age

900 sq ft Gym for Year-Round Activity

Confidence Grows Through Exploration

A Lifelong Love of Learning Begins Early

MEET THE PETRILLOS

Owners of Ducklings Early Learning Center – Eagle, PA

Hello, we are Christiane and Pete Petrillo, long-time members of the community here in Eagle. We are proud to introduce Ducklings Eagle, a school where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

Our two wonderful kids, Ben and Sydney, spent their early years in child care, so we understand the importance of offering a safe, nurturing, supportive environment for young children and the challenges parents like you can face in finding that perfect fit.

Christiane is on-site day-to-day and brings a wealth of experience in healthcare, having worked as a Physician Assistant for 25 years. Her background in patient care has equipped her with exceptional attention to detail, compassion, and a commitment to the well-being of others. Her transition into early childhood education reflects her passion for fostering healthy development and creating a positive, supportive environment for children to thrive.

Adding to the family-run atmosphere, our daughter, Sydney currently works for Ducklings and will be joining our Ducklings Eagle team as a teacher, bringing her passion and enthusiasm for working with children.

We are excited to serve the Eagle community with an individualized approach to early childhood education through the Ducklings philosophy that encourages children to explore, grow, and build a lifelong love of learning.

Our family is thrilled to welcome your family to Ducklings Eagle as we grow together!

Duckling’s realistic approach to childhood is sometimes noisy, often messy, but always fun!

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We love our teachers and teachers love our ducks.

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Located in Upper Uwchlan Township within the Eagle community of Downingtown, PA, and part of the Downingtown Area School District, Ducklings Early Learning Center Eagle provides a warm, engaging environment where young children grow, explore, and learn through play. We can’t wait to welcome you!

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Monday – Friday
7am – 6pm

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Our daughter Mihira has been going there for few months now and she has been having a blast. Special shout out to Ms Christina and Ms Lizzy who are absolutely wonderful with her. We get plenty of pictures through out the day and our daughter enjoys and asks us why she is not going to the duckling on the weekends.One of the best decisions we have made for our daughter.

Our daughter is in the Caterpillars classroom with Ms. Brittany and we feel so fortunate! We get pictures of her having a blast throughout the day, and always feel like we’re kept updated on how she did with eating and sleeping. We told our daughter that she was going to see Ms. Brittany tomorrow and she gave the biggest smile. Everyone at the facility is so nice and welcoming, and when we pick up our daughter and she’s in the gym or at the playground she’s always having the best time.

I recently switched my son from another daycare center, and it was the best decision we’ve made. He absolutely loves his new school. The teachers and staff are very nice and welcoming, and it’s so reassuring to know he’s in good hands. Morning drop-offs used to be tough, but now he’s excited and can’t wait to go in. We searched for a trusted daycare in this area for a long time, and we’re so glad we found this place. Highly recommended!

My son Aaryan joined last month and has already started enjoying going to school. We’ve seen him learn so much in such a short time. At first, he used to cry and say ‘no school’, but now he proudly says ‘my school.’ We are so happy and grateful to have him at Ducklings. We also receive updates throughout the day, which we truly appreciate. Special thanks to Ms. Karen, his class teacher. The staff is also very kind and welcoming.

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Nondiscrimination in Services: Admission, the provision of services, and referrals of residents shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, or Limited English Proficiency (LEP). Ducklings is an equal opportunity employer.