School-Age Childcare near Plumsteadville, 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.

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!

School Age Before and After Care

Before and after school program focused on the developmental areas of: creative expression, community, literacy, inquiry-based learning, character development, and executive function. Daily routine includes: time for puzzles and games, science, math and construction, library, and creative arts. Teachers will also provide help with homework. Your child will have the opportunity to start clubs, create projects, and become a junior leader. Program provides daily physical activity and snacks. Elementary schools bussed to: Oak Park and Bridle Path

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.

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.

Kindergarten

Montessori Kindergarten & Preschool fosters each child's BEST potential and provides your child with rich experiences that are adapted to the developmental needs of each child. Preschool is an exciting (and crucial) time for a child’s academic and social growth. This age sets the stage for the future. That is why we meet the needs of each child. Our classrooms provide a welcoming environment for discovery and exploration that will spark your child’s natural curiosity. Stand out features within our classrooms include students learning from peers as well as the teachers, a unique reading program, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) curriculum, character education and social development. Through hands-on, multi-sensory materials we foster a lifelong appreciation for learning.

Before and After Care Program

School Age - Creative Explorers

Whether it’s before and/or after-school care or our full-day program, Creative Explorers provides a fun, dynamic, and flexible program for school-agers to explore their interests. This program provides your child with exciting and challenging activities and projects to create, while continuing to learn outside of the classroom.

School-Age Childcare Program

Before and After Care Program

Private Kindergarten

Give your child a head start on the years of formal education that lie ahead. A Child’s World’s Kindergarten program challenges both mind and body with its unique integrated curriculum of hands-on experiential learning. Children develop skills with an emphasis on creativity and problem solving. The curriculum focuses on reading readiness with an integration of the whole language with phonics. Children are introduced to all major mathematical concepts (with an emphasis on four-function mathematics). The thematic approach requires children to use their reading and math skills to complete exciting projects. Children at A Child’s World understand why education is important. Curricular goals and objectives exceed the Early Learning Standards set forth by the Department of Education.

School Age Care

Our school-age program provides a dynamic and engaging environment where children can continue learning and exploring after school. A variety of learning centers are set up to encourage free exploration and creativity. We offer homework assistance and guided support from our teachers to ensure students stay on track academically. Our space serves as an extension of the classroom, promoting both academic growth and personal development. When school is out, we offer extended care programs filled with fun activities and enriching experiences, providing a safe and nurturing environment for your child year-round.

KidsCare AM, KidsCare PM

KidsCare AM is our Before-School program, which starts at 7:00 AM. KidsCare PM is our After-School program, which ends at 6:00 PM. Our programs have structured arts, crafts, and games focused around monthly activity themes.

Drop-In Care Program

School-Age Childcare Program

School-Age Childcare Program

Before and After Care Program

Before & After School

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

Wondercamp

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.

Infant

At the Malvern School, our Infant Program provides a warm, nurturing environment for your child and offers countless opportunities for your child to explore through observation, movement, and use of their senses. We go beyond the traditional infant program to introduce education at an early age. Curriculum implementation considers the varying ages and schedules of each child. Age ranges for this program are approximate.

Toddler

The Malvern School understands a Toddler’s need for autonomy, balanced with a secure routine. Therefore, our teaching staff and their creative curriculum plans provide opportunities for toddlers to learn, explore their interests, and grow in a safe environment. Age ranges for this program are approximate.

Child Care Program

Infants

Lightbridge Academy’s infant program is an ideal, developmentally appropriate environment for little ones as they learn to move, pull up, roll over, and eventually crawl. Our infant curriculum creates a solid foundation for your little one’s future growth and development. By creating strong bonds, learning through play and stimulating their five senses, even our youngest students are encouraged to explore the world around them in a safe and nurturing environment. Primary caregivers introduce a theme-based curriculum, which is enhanced with enrichment programs such as Singing Sprouts, Spanish Sprouts and Signing Sprouts.

Toddlers

Toddlers are quickly learning so much about the world around them, developing faster than almost any other age group. They are all about speed — learning to sing, talk and run all at once. Lightbridge Academy’s Toddler Program is designed to make the most of every one of their fast-paced milestones. Our curriculum specifically addresses toddlers’ rapid growth and development by catering to their readiness cues, with the older toddler curriculum focused on preparing for preschool and beyond. When they display interest or signs of emerging skills, we can encourage them to move to the next challenge.

Infant

At the Malvern School, our Infant Program provides a warm, nurturing environment for your child and offers countless opportunities for your child to explore through observation, movement, and use of their senses. We go beyond the traditional infant program to introduce education at an early age. Curriculum implementation considers the varying ages and schedules of each child. Age ranges for this program are approximate.

First Step

The Malvern School provides First Steppers with a warm, stimulating environment and daily opportunities to explore and make choices under the guidance of a caring teacher. Our curriculum focuses on building independence and confidence while engaging in fun, age-appropriate learning activities. Our small group provides a sense of security during this transition period from infancy to toddlerhood. Age ranges for this program are approximate.

Infant Daycare

Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.

Toddler Daycare

Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.