Clarendon, PA

Bright Horizons at UPMC Cole is a NAEYC-accredited center offering comprehensive early education programs with a research-based curriculum. The center features highly qualified teachers with degrees in early childhood education and maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios. Their World at Their Fingers curriculum emphasizes language development, STEM exploration, and social-emotional learning. The facility includes secure entry systems, dedicated age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor playgrounds. As part of the UPMC healthcare system, they maintain rigorous health and safety protocols, including comprehensive background checks for staff and regular facility inspections.

This faith-based childcare center provides a nurturing environment with a balanced approach to early childhood development. The center offers a play-based learning curriculum that incorporates literacy, mathematics, and social skills development. Staff members hold early childhood education certifications and receive ongoing professional development. The facility features secure classrooms, age-appropriate learning materials, and outdoor play areas. The center is known for its strong parent communication, daily activity reports, and family involvement events. They maintain state licensing compliance and have excellent safety records with regular emergency drills.

Youngsville YMCA Childcare provides high-quality early childhood education through the YMCA's nationally recognized curriculum. The center focuses on whole-child development, incorporating literacy, STEM, creative arts, and physical activity into daily learning. Certified teachers implement developmentally appropriate practices with low child-to-staff ratios. The facility includes modern classrooms, secure outdoor playgrounds, and dedicated spaces for different age groups. The YMCA's values-based approach emphasizes character development, social skills, and community involvement. They offer nutritious meals and snacks through their food program and maintain comprehensive safety protocols including secured entry systems and regular staff training.