Private Kindergarten near Columbia, PA

Kindergarten

Our Kindergarten program gives children the foundation they need for success in elementary school and beyond. Our curriculum fosters children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth through hands-on learning experiences. Students build strong language, literacy, and math skills, as well as important social-emotional skills such as communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration.

Private Kindergarten Program

Private Kindergarten Program

Kindergarten

Join our Butterflies room for children aged at least 5 years old that may miss the cut off for public or private school.

Kindergarten

Our Kindergarten program fosters a strong foundation for academic and personal growth through engaging, hands-on learning across core subjects. Language Development emphasizes verbal communication, story sequencing, rhyming, and participation in discussions, helping students build confidence in speaking and storytelling. Reading Readiness focuses on the relationship between spoken and written words, letter-sound association, sight word recognition, and simple word-building, with opportunities to compose and illustrate stories. In Mathematics, children develop problem-solving and reasoning skills, learn number concepts, explore basic fractions, and understand the value of money. Science introduces the scientific method, concepts of time and weather, and methods of measurement, fostering curiosity about the world and the solar system. With advanced technology like Smart Boards, Smart Tables, and a S.T.E.A.M. room, our program enhances learning through interactive tools, preparing students for future success.

Kindergarten

Full-day program providing a kindergarten experience that will fully prepare children for elementary school. Child-led and project-based curriculum encourages teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking skills. Daily routine includes STEM activities and interactive games. Caring teachers ensure that your child gets plenty of practice in math, reading, writing, and science.

Private Kindergarten Program

Private Kindergarten

This program follows the guiding philosophy of fun learning while preparing children with essential skills they will need for success in first grade and beyond.

Private Kindergarten Program

Private Kindergarten Program

Private Kindergarten Program

Tutoring in Writing

At Sylvan Learning, your child will experience significant growth in writing. We’ve perfected a highly personal approach, tailoring lessons to your child’s specific needs, from strengthening writing mechanics and mastering proper sentence structures to encouraging creative expression.

Tutoring in Reading

At Sylvan Learning, your child will experience significant growth in reading. We’ve perfected a highly personal approach, tailoring lessons to your child’s specific needs, from phonics and vocabulary to fluency (reading out loud) and reading comprehension.

Before & After School

Our before- and after-school curriculum for school-age students offers a great start and finish to every school day, with a mix of independent and organized activities. We focus on character development, goal setting, and team-building exercises.

Drop-In Care

We remain committed to supporting our community in any way that we can. That includes drop-in care to help families as routines change. With U-GRO’s Flex Care, you can purchase child care days ahead of time, so you have a flexible, reliable, simple way to navigate scheduling needs. Prepaid Flex Care cards can be purchased in five-day increments, which are honored for one full year. Flex Care is also a perfect option if you stay home but need an occasional day off, or to take advantage of our summer program options.

Before & After Care

Learning and fun continue beyond the school day. Our school-age program, for children ages 5–12, is designed to match children's growing independence and expanding abilities. Students enjoy sports, games, and arts and crafts while forming friendships and working together. A quiet space for homework helps build focus and responsibility, while giving families peace of mind as they balance work and child care.

Summer Camp

Each day at our summer camp is a thrilling new adventure. Campers dive into hands-on activities, from science exploration to creative and performing arts, sports, and games. We offer a perfect blend of indoor and outdoor activities, special guests, and on-campus events. Our camp leaders set a positive example and create a warm, friendly place where every child feels welcome and supported. Your child will gain confidence, learn new skills, and come home eager to tell you all about their day!

Before & After School

Our before- and after-school curriculum for school-age students offers a great start and finish to every school day, with a mix of independent and organized activities. We focus on character development, goal setting, and team-building exercises.

Drop-In Care

We remain committed to supporting our community in any way that we can. That includes drop-in care to help families as routines change. With U-GRO’s Flex Care, you can purchase child care days ahead of time, so you have a flexible, reliable, simple way to navigate scheduling needs. Prepaid Flex Care cards can be purchased in five-day increments, which are honored for one full year. Flex Care is also a perfect option if you stay home but need an occasional day off, or to take advantage of our summer program options.

Before & After School

Our before- and after-school curriculum for school-age students offers a great start and finish to every school day, with a mix of independent and organized activities. We focus on character development, goal setting, and team-building exercises.

Drop-In Care

We remain committed to supporting our community in any way that we can. That includes drop-in care to help families as routines change. With U-GRO’s Flex Care, you can purchase child care days ahead of time, so you have a flexible, reliable, simple way to navigate scheduling needs. Prepaid Flex Care cards can be purchased in five-day increments, which are honored for one full year. Flex Care is also a perfect option if you stay home but need an occasional day off, or to take advantage of our summer program options.

Homework Help

At Sylvan Learning, your child will develop critical thinking skills and study habits to tackle homework with confidence. We’ve perfected a highly personal approach, tailoring homework support to your child’s specific needs. Homework assignments will get easier and go faster.

Tutoring in Math

At Sylvan Learning, your child will build strong math foundations through personalized instruction that strengthens core skills, boosts confidence, and supports lasting success. We’ve perfected a highly-personal approach, tailoring lessons to your child’s specific needs, from addition and subtraction to fractions and decimals.

Before & After School

Our before- and after-school curriculum for school-age students offers a great start and finish to every school day, with a mix of independent and organized activities. We focus on character development, goal setting, and team-building exercises.

Drop-In Care

We remain committed to supporting our community in any way that we can. That includes drop-in care to help families as routines change. With U-GRO’s Flex Care, you can purchase child care days ahead of time, so you have a flexible, reliable, simple way to navigate scheduling needs. Prepaid Flex Care cards can be purchased in five-day increments, which are honored for one full year. Flex Care is also a perfect option if you stay home but need an occasional day off, or to take advantage of our summer program options.

School-Age Childcare Program

School Age Programs

Bright Horizons® recognizes the growing physical, intellectual, and social skills of the increasingly independent school-age child. Eager to achieve socially and academically while expanding their knowledge of the world, 6-12-year olds seek new challenges, close friendships, and increasing responsibilities. Our school break and summer school-age programs have been designed just for them.

Summer Explorations

Summer Explorations at Bright Horizons® has everything under the sun: action-packed days, engaging projects, fun and educational activities, and more. Here, preschoolers (ages 3-5) and school-age children (ages 6-12) will have the opportunity to enjoy what summer has to offer, and our safe environment will give you the peace of mind you need.