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SUNSHINE KIDS LEARNING CENTER, LLC
957 Mt. Vernon, COLUMBUS, OH
5.0
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We are center that is open extended hours Monday through Saturday. Our center focuses on the importance of fostering emergent education development, as well as nurturing every child's self-esteem in effort of inspiring a life-long love of learning.
"My kids love the daycare center, and they are always happy when I pick them up! We have no complaints."
Micha E.
Hilltop Preschool
2475 W Broad St, Columbus, OH
5.0
(1)
Hilltop Preschool offers child care services and enrichment learning programs to preschool children from Mondays to Fridays. This child care organization in Columbus, OH nurtures the necessary skills to students while promoting values, love, and respect. They support the holistic growth and...
School type:
Preschool
Child care
"I visited the Hilltop Preschool on Friday, Feb. 9th. I was very impressed with the professional staff who were enthusiastic and focused on each child. The preschool is filled with positive energy which is evident in happy, engaged children. On this particular day,...
Judy L
Ua Day Nursery Llc.
1951 Riverhill Rd, Columbus, OH
When you are with us, you find yourself at home! Our in-home daycare foundation is rooted in uncompromising quality care for our children. The children, including our babies, participate in a variety of developmentally strengthening activities including yoga, dance, interactive story time, arts and...
La Bebe Academy
1443 Oakwood Ave, Columbus, OH
La Bebe Academy (french for The Babies Academy) is an up and coming child care center currently offering in home on call after-hours and weekend child care.
Bungalowbranch - Starling Branch
80 Lowell Rd., Columbus, OH
YOUR CHILD'S EXPERIENCE:
Here at Starling Branch's home daycare your child will be immersed in a loving and nurturing social environment while also receiving individualized one-on-one care that normal daycare centers cannot provide. Starling Branch works closely with you, the parents, to provide the...
Gladden Community House
183 HAWKES AVE, COLUMBUS, OH
We are a 4 Star Step-Up to quality center located in Franklin County. We have grants provided by Early Start Columbus and the Ohio Department of Education to help families with 4 year old children with tuition. We also accept PFCC benefits. Our goal is to get children ready for Kindergarten socially...
Philosophy: Cooperative, Academic, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Preschool
It is the philosophy and Goal of Rising Stars Day Care Center to make a positive influence in the lives of all children from all backgrounds. We are committed to provide a nurturing environment for learning and academic achievement for success. Our program is designed age appropriate structured...
Philosophy: Academic, Outdoor/nature, Developmental (play-based), International, Cooperative
School type:
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Families should choose Great Minds Learning Academy as their childcare provider because we provide quality care, We are responsive in providing care for children. We have a lot of success stories with the children we care for. We are located right behind the Columbus International airport. You child...
Philosophy: International, Outdoor/nature, Faith based, Developmental (play-based), Special needs, Academic & more
School type:
Child care
We are a highly rated early educational child care provider that is proud to be locally owned and operated. We utilize developmentally appropriate practices and age appropriate curriculum that will ensure school readiness for all children in our care. We provide a safe, nurturing environment for...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
The YMCA Hilltop Educare Center exists for the purpose of providing an educational childcare environment for children. Our collective spirit is characterized by Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in an affirming, nurturing environment. We are supportive of each individual child as we...
Philosophy: Reggio emilia, Outdoor/nature, Special needs, Developmental (play-based), Academic
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Little Lions Learning Center
2149 Cleveland Ave, COLUMBUS, OH
Our mission is to Teach, Care, and give endless love to our children. At little lions we are an extended family who will do our absolute best to make sure ever family enrolled is satisfied. We are a 5 star center with qualified and quality teachers who follow the lesson plans and teach.
Philosophy: Academic, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
The Foundation for All Learning: Brightside Academy lays the foundation for your infant to develop strong social skills and positive attitudes toward learning.
For very young children, learning depends upon the relationships they form with adults in their lives. We provide daily opportunities for...
School type:
Preschool
Child care
LITTLE BUCKEYE LEARNING CENTER - STELZER
407 STELZER RD, COLUMBUS, OH
Little Buckeye Learning Center was founded in 1971 and over the past 50 years has earned the love and respect of thousands of children, parents, and the communities we serve. Since our beginning, Little Buckeye Learning Center has grown and evolved to provide all the benefits of our changing culture...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Chosen Kids Learning Center 1
2545 PETZINGER RD # G, COLUMBUS, OH
Chosen Kids Learning Center (CKLC) is an elite privately owned childcare provider with three locations in Columbus, Ohio. CKLC is a leading competitor in providing high-quality early childhood education for youth ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. All of our centers are 5-Star rated under Step-Up to...
Chosen Kids Learning Center 2
3311 E LIVINGSTON AVE, COLUMBUS, OH
Chosen Kids Learning Center (CKLC) is an elite privately owned childcare provider with three locations in Columbus, Ohio. CKLC is a leading competitor in providing high-quality early childhood education for youth ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. All of our centers are 5-Star rated under Step-Up to...
Custom Care Columbus
3034 Indianola Ave, Columbus, OH
Sometimes daycare isn t as straightforward as full time, M-F care. Even if a parent wants drop-in, hourly care or 3 day a week care, odd hour care, etc. I am willing to try and incorporate that into my center, this is part of why I want to keep the ratios low and enrollment within similar age...
Columbus Early Learning Center -Brideway Academy
1350 ALUM CREEK DRIVE, COLUMBUS, OH
Starting at $265/mo
CELC is the oldest early education & care provider in the midwest. Founded in 1886, we have been passionately committed to supporting Columbus’ children and families since our inception. We provide education to children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, the most critical period of a person’s life,...
Promise's Childcare Center
2825 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH
Promise's Childcare Center is a in home center for children ages 18mo-5yo. Tuition includes, meals, the Brightwheel app, education, outside time and field trips. Our in home center operates as a family and we'd love for you to join us!
CELC is the oldest early education & care provider in the midwest. Founded in 1886, we have been passionately committed to supporting Columbus’ children and families since our inception. We provide education to children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, the most critical period of a person’s life,...
CELC is the oldest early education & care provider in the midwest. Founded in 1886, we have been passionately committed to supporting Columbus’ children and families since our inception. We provide education to children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, the most critical period of a person’s life,...
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A child care center offers a safe and educational environment for your children to learn and explore. Parents can rest assured knowing their children are...
A child care center offers a safe and educational environment for your children to learn and explore. Parents can rest assured knowing their children are in the best possible hands, with certified and experienced professionals overseeing them. Regardless of what you’re looking for, finding a successful and reliable center can give you peace of mind knowing your children are receiving outstanding care while learning valuable life lessons.
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What is a child care center?
A child care center is a facility that provides professional supervision and care of children while their parents are away. This structured environment offers a safe, nurturing, and educational atmosphere that can improve the well-being of every child in attendance. Child care centers have experienced and trained employees who understand the growing developmental needs of young children. Social activities, early learning curriculums, physical activity and healthy meals are just some aspects of these community organizations that give kids the opportunity to learn, grow, and enjoy themselves with other peers outside of the home environment.
What are the benefits of child care centers?
Child care centers are becoming increasingly popular as a way of providing parents with secure and nurturing environments for their children. By attending a child care center, children have the opportunity to not only interact with other kids and build relationships but to gain valuable educational skills. Centers provide qualified and experienced staff that assist young minds with activities such as literacy, numeracy, problem-solving and creativity that can help them in both school and life. Socialization is another big benefit of child care centers; from group play to learning etiquette, kids learn patience and respect for others by gaining an understanding for different perspectives. Time spent in daycare offers kids the time needed for exploration and experimentation in order to discover the world around them. Child care center staff invest tireless energy into little ones so they go home with happy stories of structured fun.
What will my child do at a child care center?
Sending your child to a child care center is a fantastic opportunity for them to develop and grow. Not only will they interact with other children, they'll also be exposed to a range of activities that will stimulate their physical, mental and social development. From playing indoors and outdoors, participating in educational activities such as songs and craft projects, children at child care centers gain valuable early skills that set them up for future success.