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Valley Center Preschool
5.0
The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while nourishing relationships with each...
- Sarah C
Lena's Childcare Service
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
Appletree Childcare
5.0
Dorene has been a caregiver for many years. She has taken care of children from infants up to school age .She has also home schooled her daughters and has an educational background. Your children will be in a safe and clean environment and their needs will be taken care of
- Kelli M
Teachable Moments
5.0
Lynda is a great and passionate teacher. My daughter attended her childcare for 4 years, and learned a lot of the contents that are taught in Kindergarten and First grade. I highly recommend her.
- Charles Y
Memory Daycare Center
5.0
Clean facility, awesome caregivers!
- Alice S
After school programs in Columbia, MO
In-home preschool offering two teachers with 16 years experience and Bachelor's degree in child development. We offer small class size (8 total children) for one on one learning with a professional curriculum. We implement a healthy lifestyle through fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains and...
Discovery Time Pre-School is a licensed childcare provider that can accommodate Ten children and provides a safe and stimulating environment. It is located at 1707 Alaska Court, Columbia, Missouri and caters to children ages one to five years old. Discovery Time Pre-School offers Christian-based...
We are working on an exciting new curriculum, teaching our preschoolers their ABC's in sign language as well as visual recognition and writing. We home make all meals. Stop by and see us!
Since 1996, Bright Start Academy has provided quality and affordable preschool and childcare services to children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. Our six schools have prepared thousands of children for lifelong success, while winning numerous awards and accreditations. It is our goal to ensure your...
Our school operates the International Early Childhood Center.
Offering services of daycare and early childhood education in a combined preschool classroom.
5.0
(1)
We are a quality preschool for children ages 2 (diapers OK!) through 5 years old. We are are Christ-centered, developmentally minded with age-appropriate academics. We are open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Preschool class times are 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with extended daycare before and after...
5.0
"The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while...
Sarah C
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
5.0
(3)
Childcare for infant - school age. Pre-k curriculum, before and after school care, school closings. Family daycare licensing in process however I also work as a preschool teacher and can provide federal background check and fingerprint clearance.
5.0
"Appletree is a vibrant, clean, fun space for your child. Dorene provides excellent early care and education support. Dorene also goes above and beyond to ensure children's safety."
Marissa
4.0
(4)
Teachable Moments is a family daycare located in New Castle, DE. We specialize in childcare and education for infants through kindergarten. In addition, we provide after school care for elementary school children including homework help.
5.0
"Ms. Lynda is one of the best daycares around. My daughter attended Teachable moments for over 3 years. Currently my daughter is advance for her age and was able to start kindergarten early due to Ms. Lynda's teaching skills. She works with each child individually...
Chelsey R
5.0
(1)
Fully licensed daycare center. Accepting infants, 6 weeks- 12 years of age. Before and after school care and summer care offered as well. DSS childcare assistance accepted as form of payment. Open 5AM until 6 Pm.
5.0
"Clean facility, awesome caregivers!"
Alice S
5.0
(2)
Character Development
Arts & Crafts, Creative Play, Dance, Music, Writing,Reading, Math, Science
Nutrition, Health, P.E.
English, Spanish, Armenian & Russian
We accept CCRC, Breakfast, Lunch & Snack, After School Care, School Pickup, Sibling Discount
5.0
"This place is a dreamworld for any kid. Also, knowing all that this place offers with language variation and skills that will prepare my kids for school, it really makes it amazing."
Emely
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
5.0
(6)
Dawn's Daycare is a home-based licensed childcare for children six weeks and older. Full time, part time, and before and/or after school care Low rates and family discount for siblings. Call to set up a visit today!
5.0
"Dawn is amazing! She not only watches your child, she makes sure they learn and are reaching their age goals. She also fills out a sheet that I get everyday that lets me know how my son's day went. I know what and when he ate. I also know how many times he was...
Natalie C
5.0
(1)
Before/After school care. Owner/operator is a certified teacher and Heartsaver CPR/First-Aid Certified. Snacks and homework help are provided.
5.0
"Tiffany was just what we needed in helping our child to overcome some educational hurdles that she was experiencing. Tiffany was able to sit down and assess the issue and then tailored a program to fit her exact needs. She honed in on favorite activities and...
Kristen P
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...
3.7
(3)
A Child's Place provides full day services to families with children age 6 weeks to Pre-K, Remote Learning Assistance and also after school and Summer Camp to age 13. We are the people who nurture children and partner with families to provide a healthy upbringing. No one but no one can provide a...
5.0
"Both of my children attended as infants, 3months old, and graduated from A Child's Place. After graduating they were both academically ahead of their peers and my daughter was skipped a grade. It's a family business and they are responsive when you have complaints...
Dylan A
5.0
(1)
Bright Beginnings CDC 1 is an educational childcare facility The facility is open from Mondays through Fridays, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, serving infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children. Bright Beginnings offers full-time, part-time, after-school and extended or overnight care services.
5.0
"This is the best daycare and Preschool hands down. Only one in Silverton to be recognized as a Program of Quality of Care and Education."
Kaesi C
5.0
(1)
New Preschool for children ages 2.5-6 school-age program pen M-F from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Extended hours available. After school program for children ages up to 13yo. License Daycare; certified teachers. CPR and First aid certified. Safe and clean environment. Daily educational activities. Free...
5.0
"This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I feel very calm knowing my child is in a safe place."
Luz C
5.0
(2)
We are a fun play based drop-in childcare center. We are fully licensed and follow all DSS laws and regulations. We provide care by the hour, the day, the week or full time-whatever you need! We also have a great summer camp and after school program. Feel free to call us at 864-252-4252 or email...
5.0
"We have been using Giggles on a regular basis for over a year. I appreciate that the employees really love my kids and my kids love the various crafts and other activities. As a parent, I really appreciate the flexibility of their program. Unlike other programs, at...
RD
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Columbia, MO
How long do after-school programs last near me in Columbia, MO?
After-school programs near you in Columbia, MO vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.
What are the benefits of after-school programs near me in Columbia, MO?
After school programs near you in Columbia, MO provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.
What activities are offered at after-school programs near me in Columbia, MO?
Depending on the program, activities in Columbia, MO may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.
How can I find a good after school program near me in Columbia, MO?
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Ratings for Columbia, MO after school programs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
After School Programs in Columbia, MO are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs.