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1.6271 - Tutor Time of Portage

6500 CONSTITUTION BLVD PORTAGE, MI

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4 mi

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Tutor Time of Portage, MI is located behind Crossroads Mall, sharing a driveway with Crossroads Village, and proudly supports families in Portage and the greater Kalamazoo area. We are an NAEYC accredited daycare and preschool. Our early learning programs include Infants, Toddlers, Twos, Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K, and Before- and After-School Clubs. Families can choose flexible full-time, part-time, and Summer Camp options. With SproutAbout, our exclusive family communication app,…
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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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1518 E CENTRE AVE PORTAGE, MI

5 mi

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Gilden Woods Portage is a trusted daycare and preschool center located at 1518 E Centre Ave, Portage, MI 49002. We serve families from Portage, Kalamazoo, Vicksburg, Schoolcraft, and Mattawan. Our programs support children from Infants through Pre-K, including Toddlers, Twos, Preschool, and Before- and After-School Clubs. Full-time, part-time, and Summer Camp care options are available. We offer the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP), a state-funded Pre-K program for eligible four-year-olds.…
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5196 COMSTOCK AVE KALAMAZOO, MI

2 mi

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CDC shares your family values, and has created special daycare and preschool programs that ensure a positive experience for all children. Our programs nurture the enthusiasm, confidence and early skills of your child! It is our philosophy that each child will learn because our staff makes learning a fun and exciting experience, while building a sense of awareness, accomplishment, success, and confidence. Our goal is for every child to develop a joy of learning and have a positive first…
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Academic
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
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Cooperative

2121 HUDSON AVE KALAMAZOO, MI

2 mi

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CDC shares your family values, and has created special daycare and preschool programs that ensure a positive experience for all children. Our programs nurture the enthusiasm, confidence and early skills of your child! It is our philosophy that each child will learn because our staff makes learning a fun and exciting experience, while building a sense of awareness, accomplishment, success, and confidence. Our goal is for every child to develop a joy of learning and have a positive first…
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Academic
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
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Cooperative

533 DENWAY DR KALAMAZOO, MI

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2 mi

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Welcome to Denway Daycare! We offer childcare for families looking to provide their child with a loving and compassionate environment that’s just like home. At our home daycare, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that prepare them for a successful and happy future. We are pleased to offer full-time care. We can't wait to meet you! Please reach out to schedule your tour.
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Care Member says "Denway Daycare provides a safe, fun, and educational environment for my boys. We have been with Ellen since my oldest was 7 months old and he just started preschool. He is successfully engaging with his new peers and I feel Ellen really helped prepare him for a school setting both socially and academically! We are so thankful for Denway Daycare and her love and care for my kids! "
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Cooperative

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600 W MICHIGAN AVE AUGUSTA, MI

11 mi

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CDC shares your family values, and has created special daycare and preschool programs that ensure a positive experience for all children. Our programs nurture the enthusiasm, confidence and early skills of your child! It is our philosophy that each child will learn because our staff makes learning a fun and exciting experience, while building a sense of awareness, accomplishment, success, and confidence. Our goal is for every child to develop a joy of learning and have a positive first…
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Academic
Preschool
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2205 MILLER RD KALAMAZOO, MI

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DHHS Welcomed Hour Time is a niche childcare. We serve families by offering full-time childcare, Same-day, On-Demand care open 6 days a week, and with our Nominal on-site Cafe' for parents completing their education or working from home. We would Love to invite you for a tour :)
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Preschool
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)

11 MILLS ST KALAMAZOO, MI

2 mi

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Parent Shuttle transportation available for a fee. Contact for details.
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Preschool
International
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Developmental (play-based)

125 W EXCHANGE PL KALAMAZOO, MI

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2 mi

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Located in the heart of downtown Kalamazoo, our childcare center is dedicated to providing quality care and education for young children. We partner with Tri-Share and DHHS to offer accessible childcare options for families. Our center provides a nurturing environment with healthy meals, including breakfast, lunch, and snacks, ensuring your child receives the care and nutrition they need throughout the day.
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Care Member says "I enjoy working in MAA Expanded Learning Center Hub 2 the kids are a joy to be around "
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Preschool
Developmental (play-based)

10.MAA

151 S ROSE ST STE 106 KALAMAZOO, MI

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2 mi

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We’re an award-winning early education center located steps from Kalamazoo transit station. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and Bronson Park directly across the Street, along with the main library and Children Museum and much more. You will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.
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Gloria S. says "I would rate Michigan After-school Association a 5 star! The reason for my rating is because they've been very connected with the community and providing services to organizations and also looking after the needs of the children in our communities across the state. "
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Reggio emilia
Academic
Preschool
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Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
The Community Learning Center (CLC) was created as a division of the Comstock Community Center to help local children and youth grow and develop to their fullest potential. Our high-quality, curriculum-based programs prepare our youngest community members for a lifetime of meaningful contributions to the local community, state, nation and internationally. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to understanding each child's unique gifts and challenges. Together with parents, we help each…
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Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Academic

1515 North Edwards Street Kalamazoo, MI

3 mi

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The Jennings Development Interplex preschool's main purpose is to prepare 3 year old children for the Kindergarten experience. The program uses the creative curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold assessment to promote child development in the classroom through play and exploration.
Faith based
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)

345 W. Michigan Avenue Kalamazoo, MI

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3 mi

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A Safe Place for Children The Kalamazoo Drop-In Child Care Center (KDCCC) was established to provide free, short-term child care for low-income families with children from six weeks through the age of five. The objectives of our service are to enable parents with young children to more rapidly negotiate the maze of appointments and services often required to obtain employment, permanent housing, register for school or attend classes and eventual self-sufficiency. We also give parents a…
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Michelle W. says "I love it cause y'all really care about the kids"
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Developmental (play-based)

1010 W MILHAM AVE PORTAGE, MI

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3 mi

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Curious Kids is currently enrolling 4 year old children for our full day and half day preschool classrooms. Please note that there is a waitlist for our infant, toddler and 3 year old classrooms. More information about us... Curious Kids provides an early childhood experience for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our Safe Harbor program offers full day care only, while our Bright Beacon preschool offers a half day option for 4 year olds. We participate with Great Start to Quality,…
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Mr. V. says "We have been attending Curious Kids for 3 years now. Curious Kids is well run and organized. We have had 2 daughters attend CK. Our oldest started in the 3 year old's room, and then went through the preschool program. We have another daughter who started in the infant room, and is currently in the transition program (18 months - 3 years old). I cannot express how happy our entire family has been with Curious Kids. We know that our kids are in a safe, caring environment while…
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Developmental (play-based)

700 FLETCHER AVE KALAMAZOO, MI

4 mi

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We are a warm loving learning environment with a newly redesigned and well- equipped classroom offering a creative Christian learning environment to foster a love for learning in our young learners. Our imaginative hands- on curriculum twill stimulate young minds. preschool and young fives hours available 730-5.00
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Preschool
Academic
Kindergarten
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Faith based
Developmental (play-based)

6325 OAKLAND DR PORTAGE, MI

4 mi

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CDC shares your family values, and has created special daycare and preschool programs that ensure a positive experience for all children. Our programs nurture the enthusiasm, confidence and early skills of your child! It is our philosophy that each child will learn because our staff makes learning a fun and exciting experience, while building a sense of awareness, accomplishment, success, and confidence. Our goal is for every child to develop a joy of learning and have a positive first…
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Academic
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
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Cooperative

4102 W. Michigan Kalamazoo, MI

4 mi

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The Discovery Center Pre-School and Childcare is a hometown, non-profit preschool and child care center established in 1976 that has been dedicated to providing a quality program to children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. We believe children learn by doing and need to learn how to make choices. Therefore we offer hands on activities, and the children may choose from what is offered.
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Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature

1518 E CENTRE AVE PORTAGE, MI

5 mi

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Gilden Woods Portage is a trusted daycare and preschool center located at 1518 E Centre Ave, Portage, MI 49002. We serve families from Portage, Kalamazoo, Vicksburg, Schoolcraft, and Mattawan. Our programs support children from Infants through Pre-K, including Toddlers, Twos, Preschool, and Before- and After-School Clubs. Full-time, part-time, and Summer Camp care options are available. We offer the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP), a state-funded Pre-K program for eligible four-year-olds.…
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1422 E CENTRE AVE PORTAGE, MI

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5 mi

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Welcome to the Little Tykes Learning Center family! Our goal is to be a "home away from home" for your child. We help children to grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Our structured, faith based, creative program teaches children how to interact with other children, develop cognitive and language skills, acquire knowledge of science, sign language, music, literary skills, math building skills, Christian values/biblical stories, and much more. Our talented and experienced staff is…
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Care Member says "We have been with the Little Tykes family for just over 5 years now and we love it! Our kids love it there! The teachers are fantastic. Communication is great. Our oldest is well prepared for Kindergarten thanks to the help and amazing learning environment Little Tykes provided. "
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Preschool
Faith based

8740 S. Westnedge Ave Portage, MI

5 mi

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Pathfinder Kids offers an exciting summer program and before/after school program in South Portage. Our summer program is for children ages 5-12 and offers a weekly field trip to locations that relate to our weekly theme.

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6271 - Tutor Time of Portage

We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough.…

- Nicole P.

Denway Daycare

Denway Daycare provides a safe, fun, and educational environment for my boys. We have been with Ellen since my oldest was 7 months old and…

- Care member

MAA Expanded Learning Center Hub 2

I enjoy working in MAA Expanded Learning Center Hub 2 the kids are a joy to be around

- Care member

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Kalamazoo, MI

After-school programs near you in Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI 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.

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