Marygrove Early Education System
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About
The Early Education Center (EEC), established by Starfish, is part of the Marygrove P-20 model, offering support from prenatal to career stages. Located on the 53-acre Marygrove Conservancy campus in Northwest Detroit, P-20 focuses on social justice, equitable opportunity, and community commitment. It honors Marygrove College’s legacy by providing high-quality education and holistic support, empowering students and families to shape their futures. Learn more on the Marygrove Conservancy P-20 site
Why Choose Us?
Starfish will implement and test new best practices that can be replicated regionally and nationally.
A new benchmark for education
Starfish and University of Michigan created a full-day, culturally responsive curriculum for Marygrove EEC, focusing on equity, STEM, and social studies.
Whole child focus
Integrated behavioral & developmental health services and Informed culture of trauma care
Whole family focus
Parenting classes, prenatal support, childcare and Parent leadership opportunities
A pioneering program for educators
Our ancillary teaching school will build a talent pool of exceptional urban early childhood educators.

Whole family focus
Parenting classes, prenatal support, childcare and Parent leadership opportunities
A pioneering program for educators
Our ancillary teaching school will build a talent pool of exceptional urban early childhood educators.