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 parents collaborate effectively to foster children's natural love for learning and to nurture each child's individual development.
A graduate of Seton Hill University, owner Lauren Caswell has more than 20 years of experience working in the early childhood development field. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Childcare Administration from Seton Hill University and a Director's Credential from Point Park University. When she is not running her respected child development centers, Lauren spends much of her time bonding with her family. After noticing the need for a high-quality childcare education center, Lauren pursued her dream of opening The Growing Tree in 2010. She then began building a reputation of a childcare education center where children are able to blossom and grow in a nurturing and creative space. Lauren is an active member of the Keystone Stars Program, the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the Pennsylvania Child Care Association.
In 2018, The Growing Tree expanded its childcare services to offer a second facility, The Growing Tree II. The Growing Tree II serves the Greensburg and Latrobe area. Lauren also has had the opportunity to provide childcare services to the Westmoreland County Community College faculty and students. The Growing Tree has been an asset to the Westmoreland County community for many years fostering early childhood development.
All Growing Tree facilities are Keystone Stars 4 Accredited and known for impeccable state inspections.