We are excited to have celebrated the 25th anniversary of Elizabeth's Early Learning Center in June of last year. Click on the link below to view our 25th Anniversary video.
Elizabeth's Early Learning Center, Inc. was established in 1997, as a not-for-profit childcare center. EELC is the result of the community's effort and the vision of one special individual, Mrs. Elizabeth Forsyth. A lifelong resident of Lynchburg and active community builder, Mrs. Forsyth demonstrated her commitment to EELC and to the local community by making financially possible the transformation of a shell building into one of the finest childcare facilities in Virginia. Additionally, she created an endowment that benefits all children at EELC. The Center also receives support from the local community, Lynchburg College, EELC staff and parents. Everyone plays an important role in maintaining and enhancing EELC.
The Center provides year-round, full-day childcare services and early childhood education for more than 200 children, ages 6 weeks through kindergarten. The Center embraces all children regardless of race, ethnicity , socio-economic level, religion or ability.
The Mission of Elizabeth's Early Learning Center is to provide every child with affectionate and personalized care in a safe environment. We focus on providing for the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive developmental needs of children in an age-appropriate manner.

Tickets are on sale now for EELC's 2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Gala! Join us on Saturday, May 6th at The Virginian for an evening of fun and excitement as we enjoy the Kentucky Derby, a delicious Southern buffet, live music by The Whiskey Shakes, and much, much more! New this year: a Best Derby Attire Contest and a Derby Raffle! If you would like to purchase tickets, please call EELC at 434-528-5698 or click here to purchase tickets online: www.lynchburgtickets.com/derbygala
Don't wait - this event sold out last year so get your tickets as soon as possible! We hope to see you on May 6th at The Virginian!
Elizabeth's Early Learning Center is a sponsor of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). The same meals will be available at no separate charge to all participants at this facility without regard to race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.