First Christian Church Child Development Center

I first decided to bring my little one (LO) here because they actually communicated with me (unlike the Montessori down the street). I made an appointment and got a full tour of the facility. I was able to get her in on about a week (the only holdup was getting her into the doctors office for a physical. Since then, my LO has thrived. Her doctor says she’s been talking like a 2 year old since her 15 month appointment. Granted, we read to her at home and she watches Sesame Street, but she spends 9 hours a day, 5 days a week here, so they definitely get some of the credit too. She’s also getting socialization with other kids her age, which is SO important (both from personal experience as an After School program Director, and based on scientific studies regarding what factors contribute to children’s future success). The teachers are all very patient and kind, and every teacher knows all the kids (even the preschool teachers know my LO even though she’s way too young to be in their class). The entire staff takes state regulations very seriously, which means you will not have a situation where children are being crammed into a basement for the money (this happened to a friend of mine). The kids get to play outside, do art projects, explore, play together, they get breakfast, lunch, and multiple snacks, and they takes regular naps. There’s an app they use that updates you on all the feedings, nap times, diaper changes, etc. They’re open later than all the other childcare centers I found in the area (which helped with my work schedule), at an incredibly reasonable price. I’m really glad I signed my LO up here!