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                      KidsCare of Pennridge 2022–2023 Portfolio With Program Details

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                      Please call us with any questions you may have. You may also wish to send us an email at kidscare77@gmail.com.


                      Registration Forms

                      External link opens in new tab or windowClick here to register online for the 2022-2023 school year. Credit card and physician information are required to register.


                      KidsCare of Pennridge provides a wide range of school-age child care services to the Pennridge School District's parents and children. We offer several morning and afternoon (full-time or part-time) programs to suit the ever-changing needs of parents and children. Our wide variety of fun, safe, and educational enrollment options provide a healthy and caring atmosphere for children before school, after school, and during school holidays.

                      Our teachers are all licensed with extensive K-5 experience. They meet the PA Department of Human Services (DHS) requirements. They are required to take additional professional development courses in first aid, fire safety, CPR, and several age-appropriate child development courses. Additionally, all staff must have a child abuse history clearance, criminal history clearance, and annual physical examination. Each class has a lead instructor (teacher) and educational aides.

                      Mission Statement

                      KidsCare of Pennridge, founded in 1991, provides high-quality school-age child care for families in a safe, friendly, and child-centered environment. It offers diverse enrichment and learning activities that reinforce the educational experiences of self-esteem, develop skills for navigating challenging situations, avoid negative behaviors, foster positive social relationships, and embrace a healthy respect for the community. Our purpose is to provide children and families with high-quality, structured before-school, after-school, school-holidays, and summer camp programs in partnership with the Pennridge School District. Our programs, licensed by the DHS, are all developmentally age-appropriate and are taught by certified teachers. We take pride in our unique, creative theme-based curricula, including arts and crafts, sports, STEM, music, drama, homework helper, and more.


                      The aims and objectives of the KidsCare AM and PM programs are:


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                      • To expose your child to a variety of art, sports, games, musical styles, and potential hobbies
                      • To promote safe practices and provide children with strategies and skills for avoiding and dealing with dangerous and/or challenging situations

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                      • To provide a comprehensive, high-interest program that includes positive incentives for every child to want to attend and participate actively in the program
                      • To provide a program in a relaxed, child-centered atmosphere geared toward providing a variety of unique enrichment and learning activities that reinforce children's educational experiences, promote personal and social development, and foster a lifelong interest in learning

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                      • To provide activities that encourage children to develop new skills and interests, think critically, make decisions, and solve problems
                      • To provide opportunities for children to develop a better understanding of their local community and the global community


                      KidsCare “AM” Program Activities

                      Arrival/Attendance/Relaxation | Games/Crafts


                      KidsCare “PM” Program Activities (we emphasize fresh air, physical activity, and sunshine for part of each afternoon, weather permitting)

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                      • Arrival/Attendance/Relaxation
                      • Homework Helper
                      • Games
                      • Snack

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                      • 30 – 45 minutes of exercise outside or in the gym
                      • S.T.E.M. Activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)

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                      • Health Awareness Activities
                      • Leisure Arts & Crafts
                      • Community Awareness Activities & Projects


                      Special assemblies on music and art.
                       
                      Homework help is provided for 30 minutes at each center in the afternoon only. After the 30 minute period is over, children are free to continue their homework, but staff will not be available to help as they will be providing other activities for the children. Please note that our staff are there to help with the homework but the use of tutors is the responsibility of the child.

                      KidsCare Program Theme for the 2022-2023 Year


                      Around the World in 180 Days… using our school year to explore our seven continents and five oceans …looking at the natural wonders of mountains, rivers, glaciers, and lakes …observing the extraordinary architectural superstars made by humans …checking out the many cultures across our globe and the diversity of animals on land and sea


                      Monthly Themes:
                      • September - North America: Getting to Know More About our Continent
                      • October - South America: More Than Just the Rainforest
                      • November - Africa: A Safari Through Deserts and Jungles
                      • December - Europe: A Fascinating Blend of Ancient and Modern
                      • January - Polar Opposites: The Differences between the North and South Poles
                      • February - Exploring the Middle East and India: From Deserts to Jungles
                      • March - Visiting the Famed Far East: Exotic Lands and Ancient Architecture
                      • April – Amazing Australia: Exploring the World Down Under
                      • May and June – Oceans: Awesome Adventures Under the Waves

                      KidsCare of Pennridge

                      We comply with applicable federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate, exclude, or treat people differently based on their race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
                       
                      All KidsCare programs are operated according to the After-School Standards established by the Council on Accreditation in collaboration with the National AfterSchool Association.
                       
                      We are a member of the National AfterSchool Association, Afterschool Alliance, National Association for the Education of Young Children, and Pennsylvania School-Age Child Care Alliance. We also participate in the Keystone STARS Program.

                      Keystone STARS – Improving quality through:
                      Standards
                      Training/Professional Development
                      Assistance,
                      Resources and
                      Support


                      Corporate Office: 5175 Cold Spring Creamery Road, Suites 5-6, Doylestown, PA 18902 | Phone: External link opens in new tab or window215-230-3445 | Fax: 215-230-3344 | kidscare77@gmail.com

                       

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