Gilden Woods Portage
Open today 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.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. Daily communication is made easy with SproutAbout, our family app that provides livestreaming classroom access along with real-time photos, and more. Schedule a tour to discover why so many families choose Gilden Woods Portage, MI.
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Location Info
1518 E Centre Ave
Portage, MI 49002
| Monday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Military Assistance
- Discounted Tuition
Financial Aid
- Sibling Discount
Languages Spoken
- English
Location Details
- Offers summer care programs.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Outdoor play space is available.
- Meals are provided.
Programs Offered
Infant Program
Toddler Program
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Toddlers grow and learn every day, thriving and reaching key development milestones as they learn to be on the move. We help your toddler explore the world around him or her and make new discoveries while providing skills as building blocks for a lifetime of learning.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Part-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Twos Program
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
We provide plenty of hugs, guidance, and encouragement to help your child develop a greater sense of independence while gaining self-help skills and exploring the world around them.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Part-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Early Preschool
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Early Preschool is our first K-Prep program. Your child is on the brink of becoming a preschooler and we will give them the skills needed to be successful in our Preschool program and beyond.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Part-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Preschool
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Preschool is part of our K-Prep program, featuring age-appropriate instruction in a stimulating learning environment. Composed of multiple research-based curriculums and learning tools, our comprehensive program is designed to fully prepare your child for kindergarten success as they become problem-solvers and lifelong learners
Education Types
- Play-Based
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Part-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Pre-Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Pre-Kindergarten is part of our K-Prep program. This classroom designed for 4-year-olds offers hands-on materials and a variety of learning centers to help your child grow socially and emotionally while mastering skills needed for future school success.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Part-time: Pricing on Inquiry
GSRP (Great Start Readiness Program)
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
School Year
Description
We give Michigan children a great start! This state-funded programs offers qualifying families free Pre-K tuition. Our nurturing teachers help 4-year-olds develop a love of learning by embracing their natural curiosity. Enroll with us and get peace of mind through flexible schedules to fit your needs (with child care in the morning and afternoon), healthy meals and snacks, plus photos and updates of your child’s day through our exclusive app. Note: Child must be age 4 by Sept. 1.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Junior Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Based on your child’s birthday and local school requirements, additional K-Prep time could be beneficial. In Junior Kindergarten, our proven, research-based curriculum encourages hands-on learning. Developmentally appropriate activities promote kindergarten readiness through a focus on social skill development, while introducing phonemic awareness, emergent reading skills, and primer sight words.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Part-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Wondercamp
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Summer Only
Description
An action-packed summer for children (ages 2 to 12). Our exciting Wonder Weeks include topics and activities designed to spark curiosity and imagination. We serve healthy food, play outside daily, and take field trips too! Parents will love our app with live streaming video and photo highlights.
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Part-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Drop-In Care
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
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 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.
Education Types
- Play-Based
- STEM
Tuition & Fees
Full-time: Pricing on Inquiry
Licensing
Gilden Woods Portage is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
DC390406204
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