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7072 - La Petite Academy of Hilliard

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

7660 - La Petite Academy of Powell

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

7068 - La Petite Academy of Columbus

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

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Enchanted Care Learning Center (Westerville)

1243 COUNTY LINE RD WESTERVILLE, OH

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Enchanted Care Learning Center Westerville preschool provides exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are...
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7072 - La Petite Academy of Hilliard

3710 RIDGE MILL DR HILLIARD, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Check out our school-age program reduced rates! We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7660 - La Petite Academy of Powell

7560 SAWMILL PKWY POWELL, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Check out our school-age program reduced rates! We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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LITTLE TIGERS PRESCHOOL INC

94 W CHURCH ST PICKERINGTON, OH

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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7068 - La Petite Academy of Columbus

909 POLARIS PKWY COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Check out our school-age program reduced rates! We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7071 - La Petite Academy on Valley Quail Blvd S.

4426 VALLEY QUAIL BLVD S WESTERVILLE, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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STEAM Preschool Academy at Sun N Lake

4555 SUN N LAKE BLVD SEBRING, FL

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Our Academy APPLE Accredited, APPLE (Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment) Accreditation is a national early learning program accreditation that recognizes early learning centers for operating high quality programs. Research shows a direct link between a high quality early learning experience and a child’s...
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The Kid Depot

351 S 100 W DELTA, UT

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$690/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
We're a modern, up to date, clean and happy state licensed childcare center. Our facility offers bright, well equipped and engaging classrooms and two outdoor playgrounds. We offer a no classroom access entry, our teachers meet you in the mornings and bring your child to you after care. You are always welcome to come inside...

AJ S. says "My 3 girls went there. All over the past 10 years I couldn't be more happy with the kind of people they are. Such good people!"

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Cadence Academy Preschool

310 POND ST ASHLAND, MA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Ashland Early Education is now Cadence Academy Preschool! Our mission is to provide the highest quality infant, toddler, preschool and kindergarten programs and proudly serve the community. The four cornerstones of Cadence Academy Preschool are: Inspirational Curriculum Well-Supported Educators Unparalleled Parent...
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Inspire - Lake St. Louis North

2240 LAKE SAINT LOUIS BLVD LAKE ST LOUIS, MO

5.0(3)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Tyke Town Lake St. Louis, by Kids & Company! This location is “by” Kids & Company because it retains the location and building of the previous daycare, Tyke Town, but was purchased by Kids & Company and now operates with our staff and proprietary programming. We are in a free-standing and private building...

Yaheem J. says "Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest. All around a...

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Cadence Academy Preschool Faith-Based

2391 NEW SALEM HWY MURFREESBORO, TN

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Cadence Academy Preschool is a private Christian Murfreesboro preschool providing a high-quality, fun, faith-based learning environment for all children to develop and grow. We offer programs focused on values, for children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old. The Christian message of God’s grace, love, and forgiveness is the...
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Natural Choice Academy

13840 N Tatum Blvd  PHOENIX, AZ

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Founded in 2011, Natural Choice Academy is a unique early childhood education center dedicated to providing a holistic, all-natural learning experience for children ages 1 through 5. Our philosophy is centered on nurturing the mind, body, and spirit of each child through a carefully crafted environment that blends organic...
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ST. JOHN'S EARLY LEARNING CENTER SERVING AGES 2.5 - 5 YEARS OLD

11040 COLORADO BLVD THORNTON, CO

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1125/mo
Preschool
Day Care

desiree M. says "It's great! My kids have been going to St. John's for about 4 months. They really like it. "

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THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF TWINSBURG

2608 GLENWOOD DR TWINSBURG, OH

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
The Goddard School of Twinsburg is more than a warm and nurturing place. It's more than a great education for your child. It's peace of mind. We are rated 5 stars by Ohio's Step Up To Quality rating system and we are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
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SMARTKIDS CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER BEAU

161 W BEAU ST WASHINGTON, PA

4.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
SmartKids is a 4 Star Center in the State of PA. Our facility offers bright classrooms, a private playground and an indoor Gym. Your child will develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.

Dani M. says "My son has been there for about 3 years. The facility itself, they done a lot of things to accommodate my son behavior issues. The staff do a great job with...

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MERRY MANOR SCHOOL OF CHILDHOOD

320 N 48TH ST LINCOLN, NE

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Merry Manor School of Childhood is designed for children ages 6 weeks to 13 years of age. We provide quality infant care, as well as stimulating programs for preschool-age children. Our after-school program provides homework assistance, and we provide nutritious meals and snacks for all our children.

Stephanie C. says "My experience with them has been amazing. They do a wonderful job with all of my kids. "

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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Ashburn - Brambleton II)

23651 STRICKLAND DR ASHBURN, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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Hands On Learning Center

637 S MAIN ST MILPITAS, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$300/mo
Preschool
Child care
The Hands-on Learning Center combines A-BEKA Program (a program that combines structure with the hands on learning) and their exclusive "Hands-On Center". This approach enables the children to play with real objects as they use language, symbols and classifications and emphasizes children's direct manipulation of materials so...

elis L. says "They are very professional and family oriented. The kids feel at home and the teachers are very caring. It is an amazing place!"

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Right Steps Of Richboro

29 TANYARD RD RICHBORO, PA

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Reggio emilia
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 4 more
At Right Steps ® we are committed to providing the best education, best nutrition and best care for children. We provide excellent childcare in a safe, trusted, and nurturing environment in our state-of-the-art facilities. The way children learn, think and behave throughout their lives are shaped by early experiences. Through...
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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Ashburn - Loudoun Station)

22115 GRAMERCY PARK DR ASHBURN, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. At Chesterbrook Academy Ashburn - Loudoun Station we combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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After school programs are activities for students after the regular school day has ended, usually going from 3 - 6 PM. They provide a safe and engaging environment for children, encouraging further learning and self-development. After school programs also offer supervised homework help, creative play, field trips and enrichment opportunities, all designed to help youth find success both in and out of the classroom. Additionally, after school programs can provide a sense of community while providing exposure to various activities that assist with physical development and social learning.

After school programs provide a structured environment for students after the day is done and can help students develop important skills such as interpersonal relationships, problem-solving strategies, and critical thinking. By providing after school opportunities for young minds to explore, grow and develop their passions or talents within a nurturing environment, educators and parents alike can foster an academic success mindset among their students and children.

Hours of operation for after-school programs will depend on the particular program, but typically after-school activities take place from 3 - 6 PM. Many after-school programs offer before and after care, allowing children to participate safely in after-school activities with increased flexibility for parents and guardians.

You can use Care.com to narrow down your search by location and price. You should start by making sure the after school programs you're considering have knowledgeable staff and resources necessary to instill knowledge and understanding of the topics being taught; after all, quality instruction should always come first. Additionally, look into the ratio of instructors to students as well as what types of activities offered, such as arts, physical recreation or academic courses.

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