THE GROWING TREE I & II
Our Programs
Our mission is to provide the community with an early childhood education program in which the administration, staff, and families collaborate effectively to foster children's natural love for learning and to nurture each child's individual development.
KEYSTONE STARS 4 ACCREDITED!
About Us
Lauren Caswell founded The Growing Tree with a simple vision - to create a place where children feel safe, loved, inspired, and excited to learn each day. With more than 20 years of experience in early childhood education, Lauren has devoted her career to helping children grow with confidence while supporting the families who trust her with their care.
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A graduate of Seton Hill University, Lauren holds a Bachelor’s degree in Childcare Administration and a Director’s Credential from Point Park University. In 2010, after recognizing the need for high-quality childcare in the community, Lauren opened The Growing Tree with the goal of creating a nurturing space where children feel encouraged to explore, create, and grow at their own pace.
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As the Growing Tree family expanded, Lauren opened The Growing Tree II in 2018 to serve even more families throughout the Greensburg and Latrobe areas. She has also proudly partnered with Westmoreland County Community College to provide childcare services for faculty and students.
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Today, The Growing Tree is known throughout Westmoreland County for its caring atmosphere, dedicated staff, and commitment to early childhood education. Every Growing Tree location is Keystone STARS 4 accredited and recognized for exceptional state inspection results.