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Ua Day Nursery Llc.

I had the extraordinary privilege of connecting with Sahar for my 3rd child. Having experienced other infant child care providers, I can...

- Care member

Gladden Community House

Gladden preschool is absolutely THE BEST , my child has been enrolled since the beginning of school year and has learned tons of things and...

- Ash C.

Hilltop Preschool

I visited the Hilltop Preschool on Friday, Feb. 9th. I was very impressed with the professional staff who were enthusiastic and focused on...

- Judy L

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Ua Day Nursery Llc.

1951 Riverhill Rd Columbus, OH

5.0(27)
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 crafts, pre-academics and...

Care Member says "I had the extraordinary privilege of connecting with Sahar for my 3rd child. Having experienced other infant child care providers, I can say, without a...

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Gladden Community House

183 HAWKES AVE COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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 and academically. We have...

Ash C. says "Gladden preschool is absolutely THE BEST , my child has been enrolled since the beginning of school year and has learned tons of things and I’m very pleased...

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Preschool
Child care
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 development in a stimulating, clean,...

Judy L says "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...

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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.
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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 ideal care experience for...
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Kiddie Academy of Downtown Columbus

37 N HIGH ST COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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...
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LITTLE STEPS BIG STEPS DAYCARE ACADEMY LLC

3188 E LIVINGSTON AVE COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

starting at
$250/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
Little Steps Big Steps Academy philosophy and goals are to provide a warm and secure environment for all children, our philosophy is that all children are different, and every child can be taught. We are dedicated to our children as well as to their future. Your children will be safe in our care. The center promotes learning...
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YMCA Hilltop Educare Center

1952 W Broad Street Columbus, OH

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
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 provide developmentally appropriate...
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Brightside Academy, Inc.

660 HarrisburgPike Columbus, OH

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
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 social interaction with your...
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Columbus Early Learning Center- Champion Avenue

240 N CHAMPION AVE COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

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, through year-round, all-day...
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Columbus Early Learning Center- Broad Street

760 E BROAD ST COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

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, through year-round, all-day...
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BABIES AND BEYOND CHILDCARE LEARNING CENTER LLC

3030 SULLIVANT AVE COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

starting at
$125/mo
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Sprout Early Education Center

415 East Main Columbus, OH

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Harper's Childcare

2467 Stafford Place Columbus, OH

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
Hello Welcome to Harper's Childcare. I am a certified Pre-K to 8th grade teacher. I believe in the whole child with an emphasis on assisting your child's growth with social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Your child will be in a safe secure environment to learn and grow in. I do provide before and after...
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Flee Corner Day Care

937 Franklin Ave Columbus, OH

Child care
Flee Corner Day Care offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 937 Franklin Ave, the company serves families living in the Columbus, OH area. Bentonville Preschool has served the community since they started operating in 2003.
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Rhondas Daycare Svc

2958 E Mound St Columbus, OH

Child care
Rhondas Daycare Svc provides child care and early education services designed for young children. Located in Columbus, OH, the company offers their services on a center-based and full-time basis. Rhondas Daycare Svc can admit and handle a total of nine children.
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Mary Evans Child Development Center

3777 Dublin Rd Columbus, OH

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Mary Evans Child Development Center is an early childhood education program that is run by First Community Church at 3777 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH. Their center offers various services for infants, toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten on weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
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Tina's Tiny Toons Child Care Center

1999 Bryden Rd Columbus, OH

In-Home daycare
Child care
Tina’s Tiny Toons Child Care Center is a licensed child care facility that offers educational day care programs geared towards young children. Located in Columbus, Ohio, the company provides its services to preschool and school-age children. The company is approved by the state to admit a total of 94 students.
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Columbus Early Learning Centers

162 N Ohio Ave Columbus, OH

Child care
Columbus Early Learning Centers is a state-licensed child care facility that serves children and families residing in Columbus, Ohio. The company admits infants, toddlers, and preschool children. The company implements the Creative Curriculum with a strong focus on children’s physical, emotional, and academic growth and...
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Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Kare A Lot Infant Toddler Development Center Inc. offers a positive beginning to a child’s education with quality programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school and school aged children. The center provides children to learn through active participation with hands-on experience through exploration and discovery.
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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.

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.

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.

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