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1.Tierra Encantada - Worthington

8360 N High St COLUMBUS, OH

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2 mi

Tierra Encantada of Worthington provides high-quality childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and is conveniently located just off U.S. Route 23 (N High Street), at the intersection with Dillmont Drive. At Tierra, we care for the whole child, nurturing their cognitive development with our research-based curriculum while providing nourishing meals from around the world made from scratch daily. Our Spanish immersion environment allows children to learn Spanish naturally, the way they…
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Laura M. says "They are so great with my son. They have custom activities. The communication is incredible."
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2.Kiddie Academy of Powell

2069 SUMMIT VIEW RD POWELL, OH

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4 mi

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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3.Morning Star Learning Academy LLC

1586 E DUBLIN GRANVILLE RD COLUMBUS, OH

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2 mi

At Morning Star Learning Academy, we believe the early years are the most precious—a time for wonder, growth, and joyful discovery. As a premier Columbus, OH child daycare center, we've designed an intimate learning environment where small class sizes allow our passionate educators to nurture each child's unique spark. Our play-based curriculum blends hands-on exploration with foundational learning, incorporating: ✨ STEAM-inspired activities to ignite curiosity ✨ Literacy-rich…
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Josephine M. says "I can’t say enough good things about this center. My daughter was here until she started kindergarten, and they took wonderful care of her—from making sure she ate well to staying on top of every need. Now, my son is attending, and he absolutely loves it. In fact, he’s usually having so much fun that he doesn’t want to leave at the end of the day! Seeing how happy he is gives me total peace of mind that he is in the best hands."
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4.Kiddie Academy of Westerville

72 WESTERVIEW DR WESTERVILLE, OH

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4 mi

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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5.7068 - La Petite Academy of Columbus

909 POLARIS PKWY COLUMBUS, OH

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4 mi

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 offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs.…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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6.6194 - Tutor Time of Powell

3731 DISCOVERY LN POWELL, OH

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6 mi

Check out our school-age program reduced rates! Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational. It's social. And it's highly energetic. The secret ingredient is our LifeSmart curriculum, which creates fruitful,…
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Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics: Care for your child: Above all things, we wanted to make sure our daughter was as loved and care for as if she was with family. The staff at Tutor Time exceeds this expectation. Her teachers have all demonstrated genuine love and care for the person my daughter is, not just overall compassion for children (which is important…
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7.7075 - La Petite Academy on Polaris Parkway

130 POLARIS PKWY WESTERVILLE, OH

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6 mi

Check out our school-age program reduced rates! What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative…
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Clara 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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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8.Lightbridge Academy of Powell - COMING SOON!

4074 Powell Rd POWELL, OH

6 mi

Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the childcare experience. We play a transformative role in the lives of families and we take this very seriously. Our proprietary early childhood education curriculum impacts…
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9.Enchanted Care Learning Center Delaware

7376 Gooding Blvd DELAWARE, OH

6 mi

Enchanted Care Learning Center Delaware preschool provides exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Kindergarten. 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 prepared for kindergarten and beyond by developing essential academic, social, and emotional skills for success. Whether they're engaged in imaginative play with…
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10.Enchanted Care Learning Center Powell

8761 A Moreland St POWELL, OH

6 mi

Join us for our Summer Open House events on July 29, 9-11 AM | July 30, 4:30-6 PM | and August 1, 10 AM-12 PM. Get a firsthand look at the fun, learning, and friendships filling our classrooms this summer, plus a sneak peek at the exciting school year ahead. Enchanted Care Learning Center Powell 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…
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11.7071 - La Petite Academy on Valley Quail Blvd S.

4426 VALLEY QUAIL BLVD S WESTERVILLE, OH

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6 mi

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, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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12.6193 - Tutor Time of Dublin

6365 EMERALD PKWY DUBLIN, OH

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7 mi

Check out our school-age program reduced rates! Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational. It's social. And it's highly energetic. The secret ingredient is our LifeSmart curriculum, which creates fruitful,…
NP
Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics: Care for your child: Above all things, we wanted to make sure our daughter was as loved and care for as if she was with family. The staff at Tutor Time exceeds this expectation. Her teachers have all demonstrated genuine love and care for the person my daughter is, not just overall compassion for children (which is important…
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13.7072 - La Petite Academy of Hilliard

3710 RIDGE MILL DR HILLIARD, OH

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7 mi

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 offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs.…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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14.A Place to Grow Academy

6760 DISCOVERY BLVD DUBLIN, OH

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7 mi

No Waitlist! Trusted by Dublin Families for Over 25 Years Finding the right daycare is one of the biggest decisions you'll make as a parent. You want more than a daycare—you want a place where your child is loved, supported, and treated like family. That's exactly what we've been providing to Dublin families for over 25 years. As a family-owned and operated childcare center, we offer something that large franchise daycare centers simply can't: a personal touch, long-term staff, and a…
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Care Member says "My boys have LOVED their time at A Place to Grow Academy over the past three years. They have especially enjoyed summer camp and look forward to the activities and field trips! As a mom, there is no better feeling than knowing your children are in a loving environment where they are genuinely cared for. I would highly recommend APTG to families looking for quality care at any age!"
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15.Enchanted Care Learning Center (Westerville)

1243 COUNTY LINE RD WESTERVILLE, OH

7 mi

Join us for our Summer Open House events on July 29, 9-11 AM | July 30, 4:30-6 PM | and August 1, 10 AM-12 PM. Get a firsthand look at the fun, learning, and friendships filling our classrooms this summer, plus a sneak peek at the exciting school year ahead. 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 –…
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16.Enchanted Care Learning Center Hilliard

4392 Davidson Rd HILLIARD, OH

7 mi

Enchanted Care Learning Center Hilliard preschool provides exceptional early childhood education for children ages 3 years to Kindergarten. 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 prepared for kindergarten and beyond by developing essential academic, social, and emotional skills for success. Whether they're engaged in imaginative play with…
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17.Kiddie Academy of Gahanna

1341 CHERRY WAY DR GAHANNA, OH

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7 mi

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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18.Kiddie Academy of Dublin

6055 AVERY RD DUBLIN, OH

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8 mi

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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19.7660 - La Petite Academy of Powell

7560 SAWMILL PKWY POWELL, OH

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8 mi

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 offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs.…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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20.Enchanted Care Learning Center Gahanna

4575 Morse Rd COLUMBUS, OH

8 mi

Join us for our Summer Open House events on July 29, 9-11 AM | July 30, 4:30-6 PM | and August 1, 10 AM-12 PM. Get a firsthand look at the fun, learning, and friendships filling our classrooms this summer, plus a sneak peek at the exciting school year ahead. Enchanted Care Learning Center Gahanna 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 –…
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Tierra Encantada - Worthington

They are so great with my son. They have custom activities. The communication is incredible.

- Laura M.

Kiddie Academy of Powell

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care…

- Natalie V.

Morning Star Learning Academy LLC

I can’t say enough good things about this center. My daughter was here until she started kindergarten, and they took wonderful care of…

- Josephine M.

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Forest, VA

After-school programs near you in Forest, VA 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.

After school programs near you in Forest, VA 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.

Depending on the program, activities in Forest, VA 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.

To find a good after school program near you in Forest, VA, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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