Family Life Child Care Center of Berea

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Basic Information

Address: 555 West Bagley Road
County: Cuyahoga
District: Berea
Phone Number: 440-260-6001
Fax Number: 440-243-4371
Principal: Stephanie Thomas

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Additional Information

School Type: Private
Accreditation: NAEYC accredited, 3 star rated with Step Up To Quality
District ID: Berea City School District
Grade Level: Pre-K, K-5
Founded: 1983
School Setting:

Learning takes place when children are in surroundings where they feel safe and secure. In the classroom, the teachers provide opportunities for learning in an atmosphere of trust and love. The facility allows for children (with proper supervision) to participate in activities both inside and outside their home classroom. A large, outdoor, play area is provided for large muscle play and activities. Activities and materials are chosen to support current levels of growth and encourage higher levels of development. Preschool day care involves a planned, developmentally appropriate curriculum, balanced with opportunities for large muscle play, breaks for well-balanced meals and rest time. Experienced teachers allow children to learn through structured individual and group activities complemented by free choice time. The state chartered Kindergarten offers a low group size and a program which promotes expanded studies in the academic areas of mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies. The Kindergarten meets or exceeds Ohio’s Early Learning Content Standards in all areas.

School Schedule (Hours in Day): 6:30am-6:00pm
School Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
School Colors: Purple and green
Community:

Berea

School Size: 200
Classroom Size: Pre-K is a maximum of 20 kids; Kindergarten is a maximum of 24 kids
Student/Teacher Ratio: Pre-K (1:10); Kindergarten (1:12)
Camp Programs: Yes
After School Programs: Yes
Summer School: No
PTA Organization: Yes
Computer Capabilities:

Computers in classrooms

Lunch Availability: Pre-K and Kindergarteners will be presented with breakfast, lunch, and one snack per day.
Parking Spaces/Availability:

Free parking available

Uniform Guidelines:

n/a

Mission Statement:

We equip and empower children and families to reach their potential and become contributing members of a strong community.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

The Family Life Child Care program allows the child to explore the environment and select materials that stimulate interest and promote growth. The teacher structures the environment by setting up learning centers, developmentally suitable and stimulating, to increase the child’s interest and arouse his/her curiosity and desire to learn. By participating in classroom orientation, conferences, and observing the classroom teacher, the parent/caregiver can strengthen the bond between home and school and offer consistent learning experiences to the child.

Enrollment Characteristics: For more information and to schedule a tour, please contact the Enrollment Specialist at 440.260.6001.
School History:

The program has been providing high quality early childhood programming since 1983. The program operates on the philosophy that learning takes place when children are in surroundings where they feel safe and secure. In our program, parents have the security of knowing their children are safely taken care of in their absence. In the classroom, the teachers provide opportunities for learning in an atmosphere of trust and love. The centers allow for children (with proper supervision) to participate in activities both inside and outside their home classroom. Each center provides a large, outdoor play area for large muscle play and activities. Additional services are available to address a variety of family issues including counseling, parenting skill training, and a host of residential and community-based mental health services. Family Life Child Care Centers is a program of Berea Children's Home and Family Services.

Programs and Services:

• High quality child care for Infants, Toddlers and Preschoolers
• Universal Pre-Kindergarten Provider
• Private, Chartered Kindergarten
• Before and After School Care (serving Berea and Olmsted Falls)
• School Age Summer Camp (located off-site)
• Preschool Summer Camp (ages 3-5)

Notes/School Information:

 

  • Newly constructed in 2009 and specifically designed as a child care facility
  • 3 Star Rating, Step Up to Quality Top rating
  • All classrooms are led by degreed staff.
  • Large classrooms and additional recreational space for children
  • High quality outdoor playground and a rubberized gym floor, for added safety.
  • Keypad access, daily sign-in and strict parent/guardian identification procedures
  • Nutritious breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack provided
  • Serving the Greater Cleveland area