Best School-Age Childcare in Wilmington, DE
Tutor Time brings a fun-filled approach to early learning and child care. In a bright, friendly, engaging environment, we provide quality experiences for infants to school-age students (up to age 12)...
Drop-In Care
Our Flex Care program allows you to purchase child care days in advance. That way, you can use them when you need them—all year long. You’ll love the reliability and flexibility, and your child will love our proven early education curriculum and fun, safe, secure environment. Prepaid cards come in five-day increments and can be bought at your school. Each is good for one full year. Once you’ve completed the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
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.
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Tutor Time brings a fun-filled approach to early learning and child care. In a bright, friendly, engaging environment, we provide quality experiences for infants to school-age students (up to age 12)...
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.
Drop-In Care
Our Flex Care program allows you to purchase child care days in advance. That way, you can use them when you need them—all year long. You’ll love the reliability and flexibility, and your child will love our proven early education curriculum and fun, safe, secure environment. Prepaid cards come in five-day increments and can be bought at your school. Each is good for one full year. Once you’ve completed the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
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At Celebree School of Pike Creek we are a community. As parents ourselves, we understand the stresses of raising children in this busy, technology-focused world. As educators, we share your concerns...
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Destined for Greatness Learning Center is a center which will nuture your child's potential. We provide a stimulating and supportive environment where young minds blossom. We are located in a church...
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Family-owned and operated childcare center providing early childhood education for young children. Program offers child-paced learning that is fostered and encouraged through various enrichment...
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Childcare and preschool programs provided by Concord Presbyterian Church. Students learn through hands-on projects, including playground time, use of math manipulatives, and science experiments. Art,...
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In-home provider offering childcare services for infants through school-age children. Classroom has a separate entrance and a full playground is available for physical activities during outdoor...
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Montessori school, child-care and summer camp program serving toddlers through middle school students. Teachers provide developmentally-appropriate activities and materials that work on...
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After-school and summer care program for school-age children. Programs combine music, mentoring, and academic support in an intergenerational environment. Students arrive directly following the...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Baltz Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and physical...
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Darul-Amaanah Academy is an Islamic school and daycare center serving children in the Wilmington area. The academy provides both academic instruction and religious education, helping students develop...
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For over 20 years, we’ve provided a safe, clean, and nurturing environment where children feel supported and encouraged to grow. Our programs promote early learning and development, guided by...
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Nationally recognized organization offers before and after school enrichment opportunities for school-aged children. Curriculum focuses on community awareness, social development, and leadership...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Mt. Pleasant Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and...
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Center offers services to school-aged children. Academic curriculum encourages both social and cognitive development. Daily activities include physical fitness, technology, writing, mentoring,...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Heritage Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Mote Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and physical...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Forwood Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Lombardy Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Hanby Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and physical...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Lancashire Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Marbrook Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and...
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Preschool and childcare program offering services for children of all ages. Teachers provide a variety of hands-on activities that work on all areas of child development. Activities include working...
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Christian child care center offering hands-on lessons and care to infants through school-aged children. Before and after school care is available to school-aged children. Developmentally-appropriate...
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Montessori preschool providing services to children and families in Wilmington. Curriculum is designed to prepare children for kindergarten and includes language, math, sensory, and practical life...
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Program provides services to school-aged children. Curriculum encourages community engagement, social development, and leadership skills. Daily activities include science, math, art, mentoring, free...
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Center provides childcare services to school-aged children. Daily activities include meeting with mentors, cooking, art, science, reading, messy play, math, technology, homework help, and special...
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Educational daycare center offering age-appropriate learning and care to infants through school-aged children. Learning environment includes academic curriculum, science supplies, books, games, and...
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Childcare and early learning services are provided for young children. Age-appropriate toys and games are available for exploration during free play. Children participate in building blocks...
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Early learning program providing childcare services from infancy through school age. Mission is to offer an inclusive environment in which children can develop and be introduced to the community's...
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Not-for-profit early childhood program offering educational programs and services for children of all ages. Teachers provide hands-on learning opportunities that help children prepare for school and...
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
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.
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Preschool and childcare program offering a variety of services for children of all ages. Children participate in STEM-based activities, gardening, sign language, writing, reading and other hands-on...
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Child care center providing age-appropriate learning, care, and socialization to young children. Creative Curriculum is used to teach lessons in math, science, art, and literacy. Academic development...
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Preschool and childcare program ran by Faith Presbyterian Church. Daily schedule includes various educational, recreational and faith-based activities geared towards school-readiness. Activities are...
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Childcare facility offering educational programs and services for infants through school-aged children. Children participate in a variety of age-appropriate learning experiences to help prepare for...
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Educational child care center providing age-appropriate learning and care to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Students participate in games that promote sensory, math,...
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Christian child care center offering age-appropriate learning and care to toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Before and after school care is available. Learning environments include...
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After school care offered through the Siegel Jewish Community Center. Curriculum is play-based and incorporates regular recreation and outdoor time. Activities include games and arts and crafts and...
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Before and after school program provided to enrolled students in the community. Students participate in group games, physical fitness, arts and crafts, and outside play. Staff assist students with...
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Before and after school program provided to enrolled students in the community. Students participate in group games, sports, life skills activities, physical fitness, arts and crafts, and outside...
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Before and after school program provided to enrolled students in the community. Students participate in group games, physical fitness, arts and crafts, and outside play. Homework help is available.
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Before and after school program provided to enrolled students in the community. Students participate in group games, physical fitness, arts and crafts, and outside play. Homework help is available.
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Before and after school program located on the campus of the Latin America Community Center and offering age-appropriate learning experiences. Physical fitness, cooking, drama, arts and crafts,...
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Child care center providing age-appropriate activities and learning experiences to infants through school-aged children. Before and after school care is available. Developmentally-appropriate play...
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Before and after school program located on the campus of Lewis Elementary School and offering age-appropriate learning experiences. Physical fitness, cooking, drama, arts and crafts, science...
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Preschool and childcare program serving infants through school-aged children. Teachers use the Sunshine Express curriculum to provide age-appropriate learning experiences that work on each child's...
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Preschool and childcare program offering educational services for children and families. Daily schedule includes developmentally-appropriate activities geared towards school-readiness. Children work...
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Before and after school program serving children attending Carrcroft Elementary. Children participate in a variety of educational and enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, games and...
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Preschool and childcare program offering services for toddlers through school-aged children. Teachers provide a variety of educational and recreational activities that help children prepare for...
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