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“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”. -Nelson Mandela<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

We incorporate developmentally appropriate practices into our daily curriculum that challenge each child individually using a milestone-based approach. Our program is designed to encourage young children to develop and enhance their natural learning ability through the power of \u201cplay\u201d. We promote a safe and enjoyable learning space through structured and routine activities in a group setting, while also encouraging independent learning opportunities. Each part of our day from drop-off to pick-up is considered part of our daily curriculum by incorporating activities which can take place both in and out of the classroom setting to help children thrive in all areas of childhood development.<\/p>\n

As part of the USDA\u2019s health and nutritional food program, Smart Steps Daycare provides healthy meals and snacks throughout the day.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ woodmart_css_id=”646fac7f5107d” parallax_scroll=”no” woodmart_sticky_column=”false” wd_collapsible_content_switcher=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_desktop=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_tablet=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_mobile=”no” wd_column_role_content_desktop=”no” wd_column_role_content_tablet=”no” wd_column_role_content_mobile=”no” mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_box_shadow=”no” responsive_spacing=”eyJwYXJhbV90eXBlIjoid29vZG1hcnRfcmVzcG9uc2l2ZV9zcGFjaW5nIiwic2VsZWN0b3JfaWQiOiI2NDZmYWM3ZjUxMDdkIiwic2hvcnRjb2RlIjoidmNfY29sdW1uIiwiZGF0YSI6eyJ0YWJsZXQiOnt9LCJtb2JpbGUiOnsibWFyZ2luLXRvcCI6IjIwIn19fQ==” mobile_reset_margin=”no” tablet_reset_margin=”no” wd_z_index=”no” css=”.vc_custom_1685040289947{margin-top: 60px !important;}”]\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\tInfant\/Toddlers:\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Our infant and toddler program is tailored to fit the individual needs of our youngest learners from 6 weeks to 15 months of age. We strive to ensure that infants\/toddlers’ first interactions with a childcare professional is a positive experience that sets the foundation for a healthy love of learning. Our experienced and trained staff provide exceptional care that young children will carry with them for a lifetime.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”118″ img_size=”800×600″ alignment=”center” parallax_scroll=”no” woodmart_inline=”no”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”198″ img_size=”800×600″ alignment=”center” parallax_scroll=”no” woodmart_inline=”no”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1685040011153{margin-top: 60px !important;}” woodmart_css_id=”646fab820ed95″ parallax_scroll=”no” woodmart_sticky_column=”false” wd_collapsible_content_switcher=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_desktop=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_tablet=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_mobile=”no” wd_column_role_content_desktop=”no” wd_column_role_content_tablet=”no” wd_column_role_content_mobile=”no” mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_box_shadow=”no” responsive_spacing=”eyJwYXJhbV90eXBlIjoid29vZG1hcnRfcmVzcG9uc2l2ZV9zcGFjaW5nIiwic2VsZWN0b3JfaWQiOiI2NDZmYWI4MjBlZDk1Iiwic2hvcnRjb2RlIjoidmNfY29sdW1uIiwiZGF0YSI6eyJ0YWJsZXQiOnt9LCJtb2JpbGUiOnsibWFyZ2luLXRvcCI6IjIwIn19fQ==” mobile_reset_margin=”no” tablet_reset_margin=”no” wd_z_index=”no”]\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\tTots & Two\u2019s:\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Our Tots to Two’s program is designed for young learners ranging in age from 15-36 months. We incorporate age-appropriate practices into our daily curriculum that challenges each child individually using a milestone-based approach. Our small child-teacher ratio ensures each child receives the high-quality care they deserve in all developmental areas. Our experienced and trained staff provide exceptional care that young children will carry with them for a lifetime<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1685040011153{margin-top: 60px !important;}” woodmart_css_id=”646fab820ed95″ parallax_scroll=”no” woodmart_sticky_column=”false” wd_collapsible_content_switcher=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_desktop=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_tablet=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_mobile=”no” wd_column_role_content_desktop=”no” wd_column_role_content_tablet=”no” wd_column_role_content_mobile=”no” mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_box_shadow=”no” responsive_spacing=”eyJwYXJhbV90eXBlIjoid29vZG1hcnRfcmVzcG9uc2l2ZV9zcGFjaW5nIiwic2VsZWN0b3JfaWQiOiI2NDZmYWI4MjBlZDk1Iiwic2hvcnRjb2RlIjoidmNfY29sdW1uIiwiZGF0YSI6eyJ0YWJsZXQiOnt9LCJtb2JpbGUiOnsibWFyZ2luLXRvcCI6IjIwIn19fQ==” mobile_reset_margin=”no” tablet_reset_margin=”no” wd_z_index=”no”]\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\tPre-K:\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Our pre-k 3- & 4-year-old program is designed to help facilitate healthy social-emotional development through close teacher and peer interactions. We incorporate age-appropriate practices into our daily curriculum that challenge each child individually, using a milestone-based approach. Our small child-teacher ratio ensures each child receives the high-quality care they deserve in all developmental areas. Our experienced and trained staff provide exceptional care that young children will carry with them for a lifetime.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”45″ img_size=”800×600″ alignment=”center” parallax_scroll=”no” woodmart_inline=”no”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1685040382754{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}” woodmart_css_id=”646facef0b224″ responsive_spacing=”eyJwYXJhbV90eXBlIjoid29vZG1hcnRfcmVzcG9uc2l2ZV9zcGFjaW5nIiwic2VsZWN0b3JfaWQiOiI2NDZmYWNlZjBiMjI0Iiwic2hvcnRjb2RlIjoidmNfcm93IiwiZGF0YSI6eyJ0YWJsZXQiOnt9LCJtb2JpbGUiOnt9fX0=” mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_gradient_switch=”no” woodmart_box_shadow=”no” wd_z_index=”no” woodmart_disable_overflow=”0″ row_reverse_mobile=”0″ row_reverse_tablet=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”120″ img_size=”800×600″ alignment=”center” parallax_scroll=”no” woodmart_inline=”no”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1685040011153{margin-top: 60px !important;}” woodmart_css_id=”646fab820ed95″ parallax_scroll=”no” woodmart_sticky_column=”false” wd_collapsible_content_switcher=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_desktop=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_tablet=”no” wd_column_role_offcanvas_mobile=”no” wd_column_role_content_desktop=”no” wd_column_role_content_tablet=”no” wd_column_role_content_mobile=”no” mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_box_shadow=”no” responsive_spacing=”eyJwYXJhbV90eXBlIjoid29vZG1hcnRfcmVzcG9uc2l2ZV9zcGFjaW5nIiwic2VsZWN0b3JfaWQiOiI2NDZmYWI4MjBlZDk1Iiwic2hvcnRjb2RlIjoidmNfY29sdW1uIiwiZGF0YSI6eyJ0YWJsZXQiOnt9LCJtb2JpbGUiOnsibWFyZ2luLXRvcCI6IjIwIn19fQ==” mobile_reset_margin=”no” tablet_reset_margin=”no” wd_z_index=”no”]\t\t\t

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Our before\/after school program offers families the peace of mind knowing their school-age children are receiving exceptional\u00a0level\u00a0of care before and after school. School-age children will also be provided with academic support to complete their assigned homework after school . Children who attend the program before the start of the regular school day will be provided with a nutritious breakfast and those who attend after school will receive a snack, in accordance with the USDA\u2019s healthy food program.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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