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Q: Are before-school programs offered every day near me in Columbia, PA?

Depending on the program and its availability in Columbia, PA, before-school programs may or may not be offered every day - it will simply depend on the type of program and who is offering it. Before enrolling your child in one of these programs contact them to find out if they offer everyday services or only certain days of the week.

Q: What types of activities are typically offered in before school programs near me in Columbia, PA?

Before school programs near you in Columbia, PA offer an array of activities to engage children in a fun and educational experience while they wait for the school day to begin. Common offerings include art classes, outdoor playtime, story time, sports and games, science experiments, music appreciation, and small group tutorials. Before school programs often also support student wellness initiatives like yoga or mindfulness practices to help students relax and maintain focus during their day at school.

Q: What benefits can my family gain from before school programs near me in Columbia, PA?

Before school programs near you in Columbia, PA are designed to create a safe and secure space for kids to learn and socialize. They offer numerous benefits, such as promoting healthy behavior, developing increased confidence, and improving school attendance. Before school programs help students become more organized and better prepared for a successful school day and give parents the opportunity to have their children engaged in meaningful activities while they prepare for work or drop them off. The skills that students acquire from participating in before-school educational activities can last them a lifetime, improving not only their academic performance but their personal growth as well!

Q: How can I find a good before school program near me in Columbia, PA?

Before school programs near you in Columbia, PA provide before school child care and a safe and enriching place for children to spend the morning hours before school begins. It’s important to find one that is able to meet your child's individual needs. You can start on Care.com by researching local options and reading reviews from other parents. Before deciding on a program, make sure to ask detailed questions about their philosophy, staff qualifications, and safety measurements that are taken during the program. Taking the time to research beforehand will ensure you're choosing a good program for your children that promotes growth, well-being, and personal development.

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Madelaine's Sweet Home

5.0

Madelaine’s in-home daycare has been a second home to my son for years. She has been nothing but professional with me and loving and caring to my family. My son has learned so much being with her, to include following rules and playing with others, and even preschool activities. She is understanding...

- Care member

Kathy's Playcare Daycare

5.0

I cannot say enough great things about Mrs. Kathy! We brought our daughter to her at 12 weeks for me to go back to work, and it was the most positive, loving experience. I was so nervous as a 1st time mom, and she made me feel so at ease with nap time, feeding (breast milk at first and then...

- Kelli

Education From The Heart

5.0

I've been sending my 2 year old son a short time however Miss Shirley and Miss Kathy are wonderful! The center is clean with LOTS of toys and fun things for the children to do. I also love that Shirley has a strong background in early education so she is always doing fun sensory/ arts and crafts/...

- Melissa G.

The Learning Ladder of Lacey

5.0

This is very good brand new Child Care Center in Forked River Area.

- Jennifer F.

Creative Kids Preschool 3

5.0

My daughter goes here and I can not tell you how amazing Mrs. Nanny is. She is truly a blessings. It is a miracle that we found somewhere for her to go when we are at work and not have to worry a bit. I love Mrs. Nanny and so very thankful for her!

- Lauren O

Before school programs in Columbia, PA

Madelaine's Sweet Home

5522 Elder St, Fredericksburg, VA

5.0

(9)

I am a licensed child care provider located in Fredericksburg, Va. I have been providing full-time child care services for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, before and after school daycare for Battlefield Elementary School for the last 20 years. During this time, it has become my pleasure to share...

5.0

"Ms. Madeline is Amazing. My daughter Ayanna went to her for 2 years, and she adores her. (We only left because my daughters starting school) Ayanna was so happy there and learned so much. You can tell she truly cares about all the children in her care. She’ll...

Care member

Kathy's Playcare Daycare

3817 Donnington Dr., Virginia Beach, VA

5.0

(2)

I have been caring for children for more than 26 years as a teacher in a childcare center, a teaching assistant in a christian preschool and as owner of a state licensed home daycare. I currently have one opening in my Virginia Beach home daycare for infants, toddlers up to age 3, and school age...

5.0

"When my first child was born, I was so nervous to go back to work. I had heard about Kathy from a friend and decided to check her out while I was still pregnant. She was the first daycare that we looked at, and after we met her we stopped looking. From the...

Beth R.

Education From The Heart

5519 Gaumer Ave, Pennsauken, NJ

5.0

(1)

We are a Family Childcare Center located in Pennsauken, NJ. Our maximum ratio is 1 adult to 5 children however, we always have 2 adults present. We offer transportation to and from the center as well as, before school pick up/drop off and after school pick up. We also offer tutoring for K-3rd grade...

5.0

"I've been sending my 2 year old son a short time however Miss Shirley and Miss Kathy are wonderful! The center is clean with LOTS of toys and fun things for the children to do. I also love that Shirley has a strong background in early education so she is always...

Melissa G.

The Learning Ladder of Lacey

400 South Main Street, Forked River, NJ

5.0

(1)

The Learning Ladder of Lacey is a licensed childcare provider for children ages six weeks through twelve years of age. We provide quality childcare education for Infants through school age children. During the summer months there is a summer camp and during the school year there is Before and After...

5.0

"This is very good brand new Child Care Center in Forked River Area."

Jennifer F.

Creative Kids Preschool 3

808 S Mccrary St, Woodbury, TN

3.7

(3)

Creative Kids Preschool 3 is a Home away from Home , State Licensed Preschool that offers a curriculum to prepare your child for kindergarten. We offer before and after school care as well as full-time and part-time spots.

5.0

"Mrs. Nanny is God's gift to children!!!"

Christy A

Barb's In-Home Child Care

4686 Brennen Woods Dr, High Ridge, MO

5.0

(4)

Loving and nurturing environment. Hands on approach when teaching infants and toddlers. Numerous references from parents and some of the children themselves, who have grown up over the years in my care. I work closely with parents to ensure that your goals and expectations are met, and the children...

5.0

"Barb raised and took care of both of my kids from newborn to grade school. She is a very caring and loving person. She taught my kids how to share and eat right, walk, potty train....etc. My daughter is in college now and my son in High School and till this day...

Rosa M

Alphabet Club

14530 Old Katy Rd, Houston, TX

5.0

(1)

Childcare Center and Private School - Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After School Transportation to and from Local Area Schools and Summer Camp serving the West Houston and Spring Branch Communities. *Texas School Ready Certified. *Texas Rising Star Certified. *Experienced...

5.0

"My kids attended the Alphabet Club from ages 5/7 months until they started Kinder. My daughter attended their schooler program and summer programs until she was in 3rd grade. The director, Chetna, and all of the teachers are extremely wonderful. I can't say enough...

Tami Y.

Kiddie Academy of Fuquay - Varina

610 Lakestone Commons Avenue, Fuquay Varina, NC

5.0

(1)

Our brand new Kiddie Academy facility is now OPEN in Lakestone Commons. Kiddie Academy is more than daycare. We are a leader for infant daycare, toddler daycare, and before and after school care for school-age children, setting the standards for safety, education and fun! From hot, family style...

5.0

"I am so thankful to have found such a nurturing environment for my daughter. The infant room teachers are wonderful. I am able to go to work knowing she is well taken care of!"

Nicole

Little Dreamers Play Group

511 Buckeye Dr Apt 301, Knoxville, TN

5.0

(2)

Before reaching out, please understand and read. This is an in my home daycare setting. I live in an apartment complex across from a great playground! I have to care for my kids from home, so I'd love to care for yours too! Hi my name is Cassandra! I am a mother of three who home schools and has...

5.0

"I am a "mother" to my grandchildren and that transition was extremely hard. In 2011 Catlin began Nannying for us and even though we no longer needed a nanny she was the best thing that could have happened to us. I don't know Cassandra but whoever Catlin trusted I...

Zane C.

Caterpillar Clubhouse

14201 Old Stage Road, Bowie, MD

3.8

(16)

The CATERPILLAR CLUBHOUSE provides quality childcare for children of working parents in a safe, supportive, family environment. The center provides enrichment experience for children from 6 weeks to 5yrs of age and also serves as a Before and After school Program and Summer Camp. The CATERPILLAR...

5.0

"This is my child's 2nd month at Caterpillar Clubhouse and my wife and I are EXTACTIC over the development and socialization that we have seen with our 1 year old in such a short amount of time. Coming from a full time nanny to a daycare was a huge change for the...

Philip G.

Sunset Academy

711 South Sunset Street, Longmont, CO

3.9

(7)

We care for infants from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We provided before and after school care with transportation to a variety of schools. Sunset Academy located at 711 South Sunset Street in Longmont, Colorado (303-651-6600). We are a licensed childcare center, providing a loving start for children...

5.0

"My son is in the Panda 1 classroom with Ms. Marissa and Ms. Jordan and they are the most incredible teachers I could have ever asked for (for my son)! They are fun, attentive, thorough, patient, and extremely kind. I am so happy that my son gets to spend a lot of...

Ashlee W.

Lena's Childcare Service

11577 Basswood Ave NW, Uniontown, OH

5.0

(1)

Childcare / Before and After School Care For years I was a working mother of two and know the struggle of trying to find a caring, safe and educational environment for my kids while also being affordable. I have two children of my own (ages 6 and 8), am CPR certified, love children and am great...

5.0

"Lena always takes great care of our kids. Her house is clean and she is very organized. She loves to do fun educational activities too! She also lives in a nice neighborhood which is great for playing out side or walks."

Brittany J.

Jadie's ABC And 123 Childcare

2076 Mokelumne Drive, Antioch, CA

5.0

(9)

Antioch parents, Need Spring break childcare only, I'm available with a one week special just added, meals and daily activities included. Please call for more information. Hi, my name is Nicole. I'm a licensed childcare provider with the state of California. I have over 16 years experience working...

5.0

"Jadie's ABC and 123 is great! My children loved it... There should be one in every state. Curriculum is on point, staff is on point, very clean, and very reasonable! My kids still talk about there experience. I wish we did not have to relocate. We miss Ms. Nicole...

Barbara A

Plum Tree Academy

15036 Robey Ave., Harvey, IL

5.0

(1)

I was a Head Start teacher before starting my own childcare business I've been teaching for 28 years. My home Daycare is a very loving environment. I prepare children for Kindergarten and help school age children succeed in all subjects. I have am and pm slots open.

5.0

"I love this daycare for my daughter. It's a very homey feeling & Ms. Lewis does wonderful with the children. My daughter has become so much more independent & just overall loves the environment with the other children. Story time is her favorite. Ms. Lewis is a...

Alesha E

Busy Fingers Daycare

17 E. San Miguel Dr., Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(3)

We are a preschool for toddlers and Kindergarten preparation. Before and after school pickup available from Cook Elementary and Hilltop Elementary. We are open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday. Tutoring available! Ask about our evening care!

5.0

"We have seen tremendous growth in both of our children under the supervision of Irene and her staff. They are very caring and invested in the well-being of every child at Busy Fingers. The preschool program is topnotch. Busy Fingers provides us a piece of mind that...

Andrea T

Christine Snow/ Star Scholars Preschool & Child Care

379 N. Procyon Place, Star, ID

5.0

(6)

Star Scholars Preschool & Child Care is an inclusive Preschool that also offers all-day child care for children, ages 1-8, and before/after school care for children Kindergarten-3rd Grade. Our hours are 7 am- 6 pm, Monday-Friday. We also provide Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks and a wonderful,...

5.0

"There are not enough caring words to describe Christine. She is a perfect example and role model for our kids. She is very educational-oriented and my 3 year has made leaps & bounds with reading, coloring, and writing."

Nicole

Kidstown Learning Center, Inc.

6995 Charleston Shores Blvd, Lake Worth, FL

5.0

(2)

Kidstown Learning Center is an affordable daycare that provides early childhood education in a nurturing environment that acknowledges cultural diversity. We offer preschool programs from six-weeks old to 5 years old, free voluntary pre-K (VPK), before and after school care programs, winter, spring...

5.0

"This seems to be a really good school"

Lady M.

Christ Temple Child Development

151 General Harvin Blvd, Meridianville, AL

5.0

(4)

Come visit our center today! We offer before and after school care including nutritious breakfast and snacks. Check out our appropriate curriculum plan for child development along with affordable tuition rates where your child can learn in a safe and loving environment. Security cameras in each...

5.0

"I'm so grateful for Mrs Lanier and her staff they are so wonderful with the kids my son learned so much and also when my other two went to summer camp they had a really good time I truly recommend this daycare to anyone they are very understanding and they...

Marchelle C

Excellent Bilingual Kids Daycare

101 Ashbrook Drive, Cranston, RI

5.0

(1)

HOURS Monday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Tuesday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Wednesday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Thursday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Friday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:4 Program Capacity: 8 COST & AVAILABILITY Classroom Type Rate Rate Type Availability * All Ages $190 per week...

Mandy's

158 Vail Rd, Columbia, NJ

5.0

(4)

I offer regular attendance or on an as needed basis. When you need child care last minute and you have no where to turn, call me. I am a stay at home mom to a boy, 2 1/2 year old, and an older son whom is in school full-time. I will have activities planned, indoor and out, go to playgrounds when...

5.0

"Mandy is an amazing and capable caretaker. She is very flexible which I need due to a constantly changing work schedule. I do not have to worry about my daughter while I am at work because I know she is in a safe and comfortable environment. I would highly...

Caitlin L.

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