Choosing exceptional early education for your child is a big decision. Here are the answers to help you feel confident about joining our community.
We welcome children from 6 weeks to 5 years old at our Fishtown location. Our programs include infant daycare (6 weeks-1 year), toddler daycare (1-3 years), and preschool (3-5 years). Each age group follows our Montessori-inspired curriculum designed to support developmental milestones.
We're located at 1942 N Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 in the heart of Fishtown. We proudly serve families from Northern Liberals, Old City, Rittenhouse Square, Center City, Queen Village, Society Hill, and Fitler Square.
Yes! We offer both full-time care (5 days/week) and part-time daycare (2 or 3 days/week). We also provide flexible scheduling with 8am-4pm, 8am-6pm, or 6am-6pm options to fit your family's needs.
We're open Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. We offer three convenient schedule options: 8am-4pm, 8am-6pm, or 6am-6pm. Our extended hours support working parents with flexible drop-off and pick-up times.
Pennsylvania state standards require 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschoolers. We exceed these standards with our smaller ratios of 1:3 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:8 for preschoolers. Our lower ratios ensure more personalized attention, allowing teachers to focus on each child's individual development.
We follow a Montessori-inspired curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning, independence, and child-led exploration. Our approach includes practical life skills, sensorial activities, language development, mathematics, and cultural studies.
For detailed tuition information based on your child's age and schedule preferences, schedule a tour online, call us at (800) 842-5397, or visit our Contact page. We're happy to discuss tuition pricing and available discounts.
Yes! Our toddler daycare program includes gentle, consistent potty training support. We work closely with families to follow your home potty training approach, encourage independence in the bathroom, celebrate successes, handle accidents with patience, and communicate daily progress. We believe in partnership with parents to make this milestone as smooth as possible.
Absolutely! We encourage families to visit before enrolling. Click the "Schedule A Tour" button at the top of this page to book your visit online. Tours typically last 30-45 minutes and give you a chance to see our Montessori-inspired classrooms and ask questions.
We use a secure parent communication app that keeps you connected to your child's day in real time. Through the app, you can message teachers directly, receive instant updates when your child eats, sleeps, or gets changed, and view photos and videos of your child learning and playing throughout the day. Parents love staying connected to their child's daycare experience, while they're at work. It's like having a window into your child's world at our facility!
We offer a Montessori-inspired curriculum with hands-on, child-led learning, maintain low teacher-to-child ratios for personalized attention, and provide flexible scheduling including part-time daycare options. Our extended hours (6am-6pm) support working families, and our prime Fishtown location is convenient for Northern Liberties, Old City, Queens Village and Center City families. Most importantly, our experienced educators create a safe, nurturing environment focused on your child's emotional and social development.
Your child's safety is our top priority. We maintain secure entry with keypad access, surveillance cameras throughout the facility, and comprehensive emergency preparedness plans with regular drills. Our staff are trained in CPR and First Aid, fully background-checked, and maintain daily cleaning and sanitization protocols to ensure a safe, healthy environment for every child.
Yes! We're conveniently located just one block away from the Berks Station on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line (the El/L train). Families from Center City, Old City, and surrounding neighborhoods can easily reach us via the El. Just get off at Berks Station, and it's a short walk to our center at 1942 N Front Street. Our Fishtown location makes us easily accessible for families relying on public transportation.
We provide two healthy snacks daily for all children. However, we ask parents to pack their child's breakfast and lunch due to varying food allergies and dietary restrictions. This allows families to ensure their child receives meals that meet their specific nutritional needs and allergy requirements. We maintain a safe, allergy-conscious environment and are happy to accommodate any special dietary needs.
We provide wipes for all diaper changes throughout the day. However, parents are responsible for supplying their child's diapers. Please send a supply of diapers with your child each day or week, and we'll let you know through the parent communication app when your child's diaper stock is running low. This ensures your child has the specific diaper brand and size that works best for them.
We accept ACH bank transfers, credit cards, and cash for tuition payments. Payment is processed through our secure system for your convenience. Whether you prefer automatic monthly payments via ACH, the flexibility of credit card payments, or cash, we make it easy for families to pay in the way that works best for them.
We believe in supporting the whole family, not just your child! We offer a parent network to connect families, parent reset events focused on mental health and wellness, yoga classes, holistic therapy sessions, and postpartum yoga to help new parents navigate the challenges of parenthood. We understand that parent well-being is essential to family success, so we create opportunities for self-care, community building, and mental health support. You're not just enrolling in childcare. You're joining a supportive community!
Every classroom has at least one teacher with an Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or professional degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. All of our teachers are knowledgeable in Montessori-style teaching methods and bring both formal training and hands-on experience to their work. Our educators are background-checked, CPR and First Aid certified, and committed to providing the highest quality care and education for your child.
We'd love to show you around. Book a private tour to explore our spaces and meet our educators.
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