Our Mission
At Excel Learning Center, we are committed to redefining excellence in child care and early education. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.
Our Values
Fostering Children's Growth
Our top priority is nurturing children to help them excel, providing an environment that encourages exploration, learning, and growth. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to discover their unique talents and abilities.
Strengthening Families
We extend our support beyond our centers, aiming to uplift the families we serve and the communities we are part of. Strong families build strong communities.
Motivating Our Educators
We strive to inspire our educators, offering them fulfilling careers where they can make a significant impact on the lives of children. Happy teachers create the best learning environments.
Our Academic Approach
We're more than just a daycare — we pride ourselves on integrating an educational approach into our daily routine. This has allowed us to create a unique setting that feels like school to prepare our learners and families for what to expect as their educational journey continues beyond our doors.
This approach fosters a love of learning from the earliest ages, partnership with parents and caretakers, along with setting the foundation for future academic success.
Meet Our Founder
Darcel Pledge, M.A., M.S. — Founder & Director
Darcel Pledge is the Founder and Director of ExCel Daycare and a passionate educator dedicated to helping children build a strong foundation for lifelong success. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, a Master of Arts in Performance Training & Technology, and a Master of Science in Educational Leadership.
Prior to founding ExCel Daycare, Darcel served as a classroom teacher and later mentored new educators through her local Area Education Agency (AEA), helping support teacher development and instructional excellence.